Terrified After Midface Lift - Now I Have a "Moon Face."

Without pictures, it is very difficult to make a determination. However, I do have several observation: 1) Mid-face lift in an individual with "chubby cheeks" is generally not a great procedure, 2) Mid-face lift at age 29 is unusual, 3) Isolated mid-face lifts tend to be limited in their outcome, 4) Certain approaches to the Mid-face tend to be associated with prolonged swelling.

It is unusual to undergo a midfacelift at age 29, but if it was necessary, so be it.  Swelling from this type of procedure may last up to 6 months, so don't loose faith in your doctor just yet.  Keep close follow up.  Be patient.  If you post a picture with your eyes blacked out to obscure you identity, a more thorough evaluation may be possible.