I’m almost 5 weeks post op face and neck lift. I’ve lost a little over 10 pounds post op. I lost twenty pounds prior to my face and neck lift, and now a little over 10 pounds post op. I’m a healthy weight and don’t desire to lose more weight, but the pounds just seem to be shedding. Will this ruin the result of my face and neck lift? How much weight is too much weight to lose post op? Thank you in advance for your time and answers.
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Hello- thank you for your question. The facial fullness at the upper face improves and vertical length shortens with facelift. You will become less swollen over time, likely by 6 weeks or so. All looks appropriate. Best of luck to you!
Thank you for your question.Lymphatic massage will help to decrease the hardness and promote healing. Make sure it is with someone who is certified in Lymphatic massages, so that they know what they are doing and do not do anything to hurt the surgical results.
Hi, don't rely on a "marketed" facelift name but rather focus on the aesthetic goals the procedure is designed to accomplish. I have performed many SMAS facelifts for over 30 years and have performed many minimally, invasive SMAS facelifts. Non smiling, resting photos of your face from the ...
