I had face ultherapy 6 weeks ago. I received narcotics as well as aesthetics injections before the procedure. I am experiencing facial pain and tenderness on both side of my face. Is this temporary? why pain after 5 weeks? Any nerve damages? thank you in advance for your help.
Pain and Tenderness Normal 6 Weeks After Ultherapy to Face?
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It is very normal to experience slight tenderness,
mild swelling and erythema in the treated areas post procedure. The ultrasound
therapy targets the deeper underlying tissue, stimulating collagen production
which can make one sore and tender. This is a non-invasive procedure that
naturally produces an inflammatory response. This can last from a few days up
to several weeks post procedure. If one is experiencing symptoms that persist
after 2 months we suggest you see the provider who performed your treatment.
I have seen tenderness in patients for up to 2 months post Ultherapy.
For the first few weeks they can feel this sensation when moving or talking and
it can be an intense sensation to touch, similar to muscle soreness after an
intense workout. This should not affect the ability to talk, eat or do any
other daily activities. The tenderness to touch can continue for up to two
months in some patients. This has varying intensities, as well. There are patients
who don’t have as much. Males seem to have less tenderness & it resolves
much quicker, likely because of thicker skin, and in patients with more adipose
tissue in the area treated. Tenderness is an expected and normal side effect of
Ultherapy. If your sensitivity continues for longer than 2 months or its accompanied
by any other symptoms, please see the provider who treated you.
Web reference: http://www.marinaplasticsurgery.com/
In our extensive experience with Ultherapy we do not give narcotics before or after treatments. The procedure is not painful and pain is not experienced after the procedure. You should see the provider who did the procedure. In our practice we use ibuprofen and some topicals to help diminish the inflammatory response. Read the ebook about Ultherapy on the link below.
Web reference: http://www.peacebridgehealthcare.com
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Each patient experiences some level of discomfort after an Ultherapy treatment. Swelling, tenderness, bruising, and mild pain may last anywhere from a week to 8 weeks. Keep in mind, these reactions should not interfere with the ability perform your daily routine. If your pain is more than a mild discomfort, you should contact the office where you had the Ultherapy treatment and ask to speak with the doctor.
Ultherapy is an entirely non-invasive procedure and as such, there is no downtime. You are able to return to your normal activities right away, and there are no special measures you need to take.There may be slight redness for up to an hour or so following the treatment, and a small percentage of patients may have slight swelling, tingling or tenderness to touch, but these are mild and temporary in nature. There is always the possibility for other less common post-procedural effects, which your practitioner will review with you. It sounds like what you are experiencing is more severe than normal. I would suggest consulting with your doctor to determine the cause of this issue. Best of luck.
Web reference: http://www.shapiroplasticsurgery.com/surgical-procedures/ulthera.php
Most patients feel comfortable after Ultherapy but there is a mild tenderness. There is inflammation which is what produces new collagen and this will cause some slight discomfort when touched, and does not mean that there is nerve damage. Please see your doctor, though, to be evaluated. Whatever symptoms you are experiencing, they should resolve soon on their own.
Web reference: http://www.thenyac.com/ultherapy/index.html
It can be normal to experience tenderness even a tingling sensation for several weeks. It is usually temporary. Energy produced by Ulthera (ultrasound) can effect the deeper layers of skin to stimulate collagen making you tender and sore. This also means you are still healing/recovering and that Ultherapy is working. If you feel you are having complications or an adverse reaction to Ultherapy call your doctor.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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