Should I Worry SMAS Facelift (Short-scar) Had to Be Reopened During Surgery? (photo)

I would wait for about 4-6 months to make any final judgements on the results of your facelift.  However, if you have any concerns in the meantime, make sure you go back to your plastic surgeon.

While rare, hematomas (bleeding under the skin) can occur after a facelift. In order to treat them the incisions do need to be opened (ideally as little as possible) and then the incisions need to be re-sutured.

This can result in some lumps and bumps but the overall outcome of your surgery should not be hindered at all.

I would give yourself 3 months to let these areas go away.

Take care,

Dr. J