I am still swollen and tight in front of my ears and neck since having neck lipo and a mini facelift 11 weeks ago. I wondered when the swelling finally dissipates will the cheek/ ear area tighten and retract or will it relax. In other words what happens to the tissue after the swelling leaves?
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In order to do a facelift, the skin needs to be lifted up then the muscle below, called the SMAS is tightened. The extent of skin elevation and muscle manipulation is the difference between a mini and a more invasive facelift such as a Deep Plane facelift. In order to lift the skin and face, all...
Do not pick at your scabs. You run the risk of infection and scarring issues. Ask your surgeon to evaluate your incisions and help you with wound care.
Short incision facelift can occasionally create skin folds that are located either under or behind the ear. In most situations these folds smooth out with time. Gentle massage and warm compresses can help to speed up the process. If the folds don't disappear within 6 month a...