I had a facelift neck lift eyelift 2 /12 weeks ago . I'm happy so far with my results but I have time yet I'm still very swollen . My only issue is this skin knot on my scalp where the stitches were . It has been hurting since day 1 and still now hurting . It starts there and travels to my left ear. It's a stabbing pain . What can this be .??
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November 6, 2015
Answer: What is this bump in my hairline after a facelift?
Thank you for asking about your face lift scars.I am sorry this happened and sorry you don't have a plastic surgeon.First please don't use steroid cream - it won't work and long term use damages the skin.Sunscreen - yes.Things that can help include -(surprisingly) - injection just with local...
Resolution of Numbness with return of normal sensation after a facelift can take several months. A Fraxel laser can be perfomed in most cases after normal healing anytime after 6 weeks following your facelift procedure. Always check with your plastic surgeon first regarding optimal timing.
This technique is not effective in my opinion for getting the best results of a facelift and rejuvenating the eyes. The eyelid skin is very different from the mid face structures and they are two separate areas that require different techniques for optimal results. In addition, you can cause...
