Facelift Problems After Surgery

This article cites several facelift problems that can occur after the procedure is done. The recovery period is the time that some problems come out.

A facelift is a medical procedure in which the surgeon basically tightens the region in order to achieve a younger and fresher appearance. It is usually people who are in their fifties and above who go to the cosmetic surgeons to ask for this operation. There are several regions of the face that can undergo the operation and these include, the forehead and the upper areas of both eyes, the cheeks and the nose region and the lower mouth and jowls. There are three basic operations that doctors usually do for their patients; these three can be combined for a procedure that encompasses the entirety of the features. Patients are usually very satisfied with the results of their procedure and often sing praises to their doctors. A small number of people may experience adverse reactions as well as extreme complications. Complications may arise during the operation itself but sometimes these also come out afterwards. 

Bruising and Swelling

These are the most common kinds of after effects that a facelift can have. Doctors often recommend medications and compresses to help alleviate the discomfort that these bring as well as to shorten the time that these are noticeable in the face. In extreme, though rare cases, the swelling may not react to well to the medication and continue for several days. Using compresses to help with the reduction of the swelling can help but a person with a swollen face may not be fit to go to work. Bruising also occurs after an operation and it can also be extreme. A person might look like he or she has been beaten up and have unsightly black and blue marks on the face. This extreme kind of effect is something that should not be brought to work because it can cause a stir and may bring to fore several questions regarding domestic violence etc. Bruising may be a bit more difficult to decrease compared to swelling and putting warm compresses on the area may help. It is best to bring the problem up with the doctor involved in order for him to know that there are such complications after the facelift.

Infections

Infections are possible but can be easier to treat. These usually occur when some germs, bacteria and dirt enters the incisions that were made to implement the facelift. In all cases after invasive surgery, the doctor will most certainly prescribe an antibiotic or antibacterial medication to prevent the development of an infection. This is a concern that the doctor must take care of because it can bring about other complications that can be risky. Doctors must make sure that the sterility of the instruments to be used during the operation as well as the cleanliness of the area or operating room. Redness and the presence of pus can mean a very strong infection which should be treated immediately. If fluid is present, a drain may be inserted to facilitate its proper drainage.

Scars

These complications can occur after a facelift for individuals who are prone to scarring. The depth of the incisions can also be instrumental in the occurrence of scars. Further surgery can help to remove scars.