Q. I am 54 old, a year ago I have done a facelift and later fate transfer to my cheeks. I noticed that there is a bump on my cheek and some timesa I get pain on different places of my face. My doctor said that this a relaxed tissue. Which treatment would help to get rid of the soft lumps and tighten my face?
A. So sorry for your concerns. Without further information and examination, I will only review some generalities.
- In the most optimal case, it takes: 3 to 7 days for circulation to stabilize;
- 7 to14 days for healing cells called fibroblasts to begin to make scar;
- 3 weeks to develop enough scar strength for return to non-exertional activities of daily living;
- 3 to 6 weeks for swelling to diminish (although it roller coasters with increased activities until 6 months or longer);
- 3 months to maximal scar thickening and lumpiness; and
- 3 to 12 months or longer for the healing to “remodel”, ie thin and stabilize to its best.
Your surgeon will guide you in the ways to optimize your healing including:
- Massage
- Obagi, ZO Skin Health for enhanced healing, even skin color and tightening.
- Accupuncture
Sorry your expectations are not met but nature does not follow our best desires. I hope this has been helpful! All the best!
Read more about similar topics:
Long Healing Time Post Facelift
Long Lasting, Natural and Youthful Appearance
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