Is it normal for my mouth, cheeks, neck, down the front of my throat and behind my ears to feel numb from facetite?

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I had the facetite procedure 4 days ago to remove my double chin. I am completely numb having trouble eating and just normally swallowing. This is making me nervous that I received a botched job and that something is wrong. Not only that, my face looks square. My surgeon didn't want me to wear a compression garment but I am reading online that most surgeons require them to be worn for 2 weeks. Is numbness like this normal? Is it normal for my face to have a square shape after surgery? Will this go away?

Sanjay "Jay" Keni, MD · Answer

Hi Nicole,
Numbness after FaceTite® is normal.  Numbness alone, in the areas the procedure was performed, is not a reason to be concerned.  That being said, if you are having trouble swallowing, discuss with your surgeon or seek medical attention.
Also, what you are referring to as the 'square' shape is likely swelling after the procedure.  Some patients do get some fairly significant swelling after the procedure, and this may take a few weeks to resolve.  I usually tell my patients to wear their compression garments as much as they can the first few weeks, sleep with head elevated, and even give an oral steroid taper if the swelling is still pronounced after a week or so.
Bottom line: follow closely with your surgeon to make sure your concerns are addressed.
Best wishes,
Dr. Jay

Diane I. Duncan, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello! Depending upon the extent of local or tumescent use, numbness in those areas can be completely normal post-FaceTite. The initial shape of your face after the procedure is quite variable depending upon the work done and the level of swelling. However, I have my patients wear a compression garment 24/7 post-op, and then at night for another 5 weeks after that. Double check with your surgeon!Good luck.

Bradford A. Bader, MD · Answer

Yes, numbness after FaceTite is very normal. This is most noticeable in the first 1-2 weeks but slowly resolved over 6-8 weeks for most patients. The swelling from the procedure is likely distorting your usual facial shape and will resolve in 4-6 weeks. I would call your surgeon to make sure he/she does not want you to wear a compression garment.

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