Facelift Surgery Post-Operative Care and Risks

The visible improvements of a facelift appear as swelling and bruising subside.Your final result should not only restore a more youthful and rested appearance, but also help you feel more confident about yourself.

The decision to have a facelift is extremely personal and you’ll have to decide if the benefits will achieve your goals and if the risks and potential complications are acceptable.

Dr. Tavoussi and/or staff will explain in detail the risks associated with surgery. You will be asked to sign consent forms to ensure that you fully understand the procedure you will undergo and any risks and potential complications.

When you go home

If you experience shortness of breath, chest pains, or unusual heart beats, seek medical attention immediately. Should any of these complications occur, you may require hospitalization and additional treatment.

The practice of medicine and surgery is not an exact science. Although good results are expected, there is no guarantee. In some situations, it may not be possible to achieve optimal results with a single surgical procedure. Another surgery may be necessary.

Be careful

Following your physician’s instructions is key to the success of your surgery. It is important that the surgical incisions are not subjected to excessive force, abrasion, or motion during the time of healing. Avoid wearing any clothing that must go over your head. Your doctor will give you specific instructions on how to care for yourself.

Following your physician’s instructions is key to the success of your surgery. It is important that the surgical incisions are not subjected to excessive force, abrasion, or motion during the time of healing. Avoid wearing any clothing that must go over your head. Your doctor will give you specific instructions on how to care for yourself.

Risk Include

•     Unfavorable scarring Bleeding (hematoma)
•     Infection
•     Poor wound healing
•     Anesthesia risks
•     Correctable hair loss at the incisions
•     Facial nerve injury with weakness
•     Facial asymmetry
•     Skin loss
•     Numbness or other changes in skin sensation
•     Pain, which may persist