It has been 2 weeks and 2 days after my facelift. Only my neck has a little bruising. The swelling in face has gone down a lot but there still some. My neck is more swollen and a bit lumpy. When can I expect my neck to be more normal? I hate turtleneck sweaters and I have to go back to work in a few days and I don't want to tell anyone. I want the "refreshed" and not the "surgical" look. Thanks.
May 20, 2016
Answer: Post Facelift Recovery and Healing #Recovery time from a #facelift varies from person to person, but patients can generally expect to be presentable within three weeks from surgery. Patients should expect swelling, bruising, and discoloration of the skin during this phase of recovery (swelling normally goes down after 48 hours; most bruising will go away within two weeks). The marks from a facelift can easily hidden with “camouflage” make-up which you can learn how to apply.The scars from a facelift mature within six to twelve months from the surgery date. It is during this time that the rejuvenating effects of the facelift will become apparent and the real result will be seen.If you have certain concerns about the procedures and #healing process, it is recommended to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.
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May 20, 2016
Answer: Post Facelift Recovery and Healing #Recovery time from a #facelift varies from person to person, but patients can generally expect to be presentable within three weeks from surgery. Patients should expect swelling, bruising, and discoloration of the skin during this phase of recovery (swelling normally goes down after 48 hours; most bruising will go away within two weeks). The marks from a facelift can easily hidden with “camouflage” make-up which you can learn how to apply.The scars from a facelift mature within six to twelve months from the surgery date. It is during this time that the rejuvenating effects of the facelift will become apparent and the real result will be seen.If you have certain concerns about the procedures and #healing process, it is recommended to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.
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February 24, 2016
Answer: The majority of swelling in most of my patients resolves after 14 to 28 days. The majority of swelling in most of my patients resolves after 14 to 28 days, although it can take up to six months for swelling to resolve 100 percent. In the meantime, there are steps you can take to help minimize swelling, such as sleeping with your head elevated and sitting upright as much as possible. Good luck!
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February 24, 2016
Answer: The majority of swelling in most of my patients resolves after 14 to 28 days. The majority of swelling in most of my patients resolves after 14 to 28 days, although it can take up to six months for swelling to resolve 100 percent. In the meantime, there are steps you can take to help minimize swelling, such as sleeping with your head elevated and sitting upright as much as possible. Good luck!
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December 22, 2015
Answer: Swelling and lumps after facelift/necklift Thank you for your question for sharing your concerns with us. Swelling and lumpiness in the tissues will return to normal as time passes by. Between the first and second week, much of your swelling and bruising will dissipate. It may take more than a month or two for your tissues to fully soften and any residual swelling to resolve. Lymphatic massage maybe an option to help clear the swelling and firmness at a faster pace. I would make sure that you continue to follow up with your plastic surgeon during this period of time.
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December 22, 2015
Answer: Swelling and lumps after facelift/necklift Thank you for your question for sharing your concerns with us. Swelling and lumpiness in the tissues will return to normal as time passes by. Between the first and second week, much of your swelling and bruising will dissipate. It may take more than a month or two for your tissues to fully soften and any residual swelling to resolve. Lymphatic massage maybe an option to help clear the swelling and firmness at a faster pace. I would make sure that you continue to follow up with your plastic surgeon during this period of time.
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