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Can you do thread lift or SMAS face lift few days after a face procedure (for example, face liposuction/jaw/cheek reduction)?

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PSFairyGodDaughterDec 7, 2023

Hello Doctors, I'm curious to know if it's safe to undergo a SMAS face lift or even a thread lift when experiencing facial swelling. For example: Few days after face liposuction or jaw reduction is it possible to get an smas facelift?

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Dr. John L. Burns Jr., MD
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Dr. Zoran Potparic, MD
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There is a small asymmetry in position of your brows and their shape. They are both high and this need to be balanced. Very likely that selective Botox injection would help but you need an expert not an injector. . I do not see any reason for brow lift of any kind in particular tread lift. Hope...

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Yeah! you can have it, since HIFU isn't recommended for de central part of your face, you should not have a problem whatsoever

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