Is it normal to lose a little weight post op lower face and neck lift?

August 8, 2018
Asked By:li_ca in Sonora, CA

I haven’t been having an appetite so I’ve mostly been having vegetable protein drinks and and I’m afraid consuming a pinch of because my face already blew up once. This has resulted in 10 lbs of weight loss, however I’ve not been very active so I’m sure some of that is muscle. Can this ruin my face and neck lift results? Is it common to lose weight post op?

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August 20, 2018

Answer: Weight Loss After Procedure

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