The 10 Most Common Complaints during Facelift Recovery
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 9 มิ.ย. 2024
- Dr. Joe Niamtu, III, internationally recognized cosmetic facial surgeon from Richmond, Virginia discusses the most common complaints voiced by patient during facelift recovery. This is useful for patients considering facelift surgery or those who are questioning their post operative course.
I watched this video before I had my surgery and now again 7 months post op. I’m so thankful for the refresher and reassurance. It’s so helpful. 👍🏽
Glad it was helpful
I’m 6 days out from my facelift. Excellent “only facelifts” surgeon. I watched so many videos beforehand, but the reality is way more discomfort than the videos will admit to. Not to discourage people but to give a true picture that it is not a walk in the park. This will be my ONLY facelift. Enough said.
Al surgery has recovery and doctors should not minimize it or patients will be misled. Thanks for watching.
Lynn M how r u feeling now
Debra Leonard I’m 5 weeks out and still have the tightness in front of my ears, along with muffled hearing. The tightness under my chin is still there but minimized now. Still some swelling underneath my jaw line. Otherwise I am back to all my normal activities, including weight lifting at the gym. Thanks for asking!
@@lynnm148 do you think weight lifting is a good idea did your doctor sanction that..so glad to hear you're feeling somewhat better.
I am one week out had surgery facelift yes it is discomfort but bearable it’s surgery dear we need to take time to recover I was bit scared after 3 days but day by day feel I’m in recovery side so discomfort Yes pain Yes swelling Big Yes recover very slow but finger crossed it ll b normal soon :)
As an RN, you are a Doctor I would enjoy working with. As a patient, you are a doctor I want to see. You are also charming and handsome. Thank you so much for creating this explanation!
I did not hear you, can you repeat that :) Thanks so much for viewing and commenting.
Dr. Joe :)
@@jniamtuiii - LOL!
You forgot to mention he's very wealthy. A mans wealth is the most attractive thing to women....
Excellent video, Dr. Niamtu! You covered a lot more than my own surgeon did. I'm glad I discovered your videos because they helped me not to be so worried & to remain patient. I'm almost 2 wks post-op and getting my sutures removed tomorrow. Things are coming along, just as you said. You are truly amazing💕
Thank you so much
How are the results
Me too - hopefully I will look better because right now I feel very ugly and worse than before the surgery
@@GGGG1040 how is your result now after 4months post surgery?
Thank you, sir, for taking the time to make these videos. You have no idea how helpful they have been. I watched up until a day before my surgery and I'm back watching again two weeks after my necklift - just reviewing, making sure I'm doing everything right. All went great and recovery is going well. You really do have to listen to exactly what your doctor tells you. Bless you, Sir.
Pam in Virginia
Glad to hear that, thanks
Thank you so much Dr. Joe.... my surgery is next Monday, Sept. 23, 2019...my 63 birthday....my gift to myself... my husband has been watching this video in particular to have an idea of what to expect... I thank you and my Dr. For putting his mind at ease! Your videos are the Best! 🥰
Our pleasure!
This information was so helpful for me! Thank you for taking the time from your busy schedule to make this video.
You are so welcome!
I don’t want to take up anymore of your time but I just have to say how impressed and appreciative I am of your willingness to actually answer questions posted here even when you must be so busy. I’m now on day 10 of recovery and still have a ways to go but you have helped me so much to get through this. It can be a little bit scary! You are an absolutely awesome doctor!
Thanks so much
@@jniamtuiii Hello doctor. I had a facelift 4 years ago (periosteal detachment of the maxilla with rugin to the infraorbital rim with anchoring of the tissues with resorbable threads). The surgeon pulled too much I think on the tissues, muscles and skin, now I have a joker smile and my cheeks and cheekbones are very short and deformed. The lips go up too much as well as the tissues. Is there a solution to loosen the face, remove the pulls and prevent my lips and cheeks from rising too high and crushing the rest of the face when I smile? Thanks
@@musmile9891 sorry to hear that...where did u have ur surgery?...,hope u can get it fixed...best of luck to u...
Musmile, i didnt get the surgery yet...it was someone else...
This is quite possibly the best most informative video I have seen. Thank you so much for sharing
So helpful! I am a week out and you answered every question I had. Thank you so much for being so kind and generous with your knowledge.
Glad it helped
Thank you! I had deep plane neck lift and blethroplasty 9 days ago. I have a slight mouth droop and affected speech. Your video has helped me so much. Now I will just wait!
Glad it helped! They tend to return to normal in my experience.
Thank you for all you do! The information you have given is priceless and I really appreciate it
You are so welcome
Thank you sooooo much for making these videos!! I feel like you’re literally talking directly to me!! You have addressed so many of my concerns!! Thank you !! You have really given me peace of mind!! God bless!!
My honor!
Very grateful for the detailed explanations as I head in to my first facelift. Your videos helped me feel much more comfortable and able to ask intelligent questions of my plastic surgeon.
Great to hear!
Thank you for all the information your video is the most informative one I have seen on TH-cam.
Glad it was helpful!
I love how natural your patients come out looking. After watching several videos it’s clear that people look much more rejuvenated just by having their necks taken care of. As a 59-year-old woman I could certainly use that area taken care of
Thanks for watching.
This is so helpful. Thank you very much!
...just wanted to give a big “Shout Out” to you as well Dr. Niamtu....it was after watching your educational and detail on your videos that helped me prepare as well for this Procedure! Thanks so much🌹
Glad you found them valuable
Thank you very much doctor for all these information
Excellent doctor with excellent explanations. Thank you so much for sharing this.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Wonderfull explanation…Im from Spain and just have done a minilift. You hace adressed all my concerns and complaints, so now I am much relaxed…thanks a lot!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you for an excellent presentation Doc !
You are very welcome
Thank you, Dr. Joe for talking about the numbness!
My pleasure!
Great channel, Dr. Joe. You always provide such comprehensive information in your videos that I’m sure are extremely helpful and important to people.
Thanks so much
Just had lower face and neck bit concerned day five but you help put my mind at rest thanks.
Day 3 here and this video really helps to reinforce what my surgeon said; but sometimes one needs some more encouragement. I was in a lot of discomfort first two days and needed the pain meds. Icing is helping with the swelling. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos.
glad it helped!
Thank you so much for this video…very reassuring. Having my lower facelift with chin implant surgery July 5th, 2023. 😊
Thank you for this awesome information Dr. Joe Niamtu. I'm thinking of having a facelift and you made me feel more ready with your explanations, good vibes, natural and simple explanations. I wish I live there so you could be my Surgeon. Thanks again, have a beautiful life.
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you so much. You are great, is unbelievable how you covered all my questions and made me feel more comfortable and less scared. God bless you.
You're very welcome!
Thank you Dr.Niamtu unfortunately i dont live in the States
I’m on day 4 of recovery and you just answered all of May questions including some things I was a little worried about, I have a very good doctor but can’t be calling her all of the time so I appreciate this video very much!
You got this!
Me too! Grateful for this post!
Day 3 for me and you have answered most all my questions!!! I wish all drs have this video
@@jamiegreer2514 Hi Jamie. I just passed the 6 month mark & I’d like to reassure you. I had a few things going on that were concerning to me. But like my doctor told me, we just cut through skin, muscles, & nerves! You’ve got to give everything a chance to heal. I think for some people it doesn’t take very long to heal and for others, it takes a little more time. I’m a bit older so I fell into that latter category but I can tell you, now, at the six-month point, I am extremely happy with my results. I am SO glad I did it. No more saggy neck, no more horrible bags under my eyes, no more saggy eyelids. And I still look very natural. I will admit I felt like I pestered my doctor quite a bit but she was always very kind and reassuring. She also would have me come into the office so that she could see what was going on and make sure everything was OK. I was very appreciative of her patience with me. So whether you are a slow healer or a fast healer, you are only at 3 days. I wish you good luck although I am sure it’s going to turnout great!
Thank you for that!!
All the swelling from the laser under the eyes just adds another layer....it is only day 3 and I can’t wait to be 6 months in....if I survive 😂
Thank you Dr for your generous information have given to us. Much appreciate it x
My pleasure!
Thanks Very informative and soothing video
Thanks for watching
So Informative! Thank You !
Glad it was helpful!
This was very informative! Thank you Doc.!
Glad it was helpful!
Li think you give great advice I live in spain so to far to come to you so I do hope I have got a good surgeon here in Budapest thanks for your advice and so helpful. Grasias .
Thanks
This was super helpful ! Thank you 😊
Glad it was helpful!
Just stumbled upon this and happy that I did! Lower facelift scheduled February 13… in 3 weeks and no one really to talk to so I turned to the Internet. This is exactly what I needed..thank you Dr Niamtu!
glad it helped!
Joe Niamtu 3rd day recovering and all is well... my recovery symptoms are just as you explain in detail. My surgeon also has been great but your videos give me that extra boost of confidence to watch during healing 😊 Thank you!
@lorraine was your lower facelift all that you expected. I am 52 and I am researching Doctors to also get a lower facelift. How much did yours cost and would you recommend your doctor?
@@gn4055 Yes, I would recommend Dr. Wethe. It is his specialty and my lower face just continues to improve!
I’m only 16 hours out of surgery my drains are awful can’t sleep the pain is just annoying can’t wait for these drains to come out ! How was your recovery pain wise please help
Fantastic information, your a big help, i hope others see your video.
Thanks for watching
Joe Niamtu ive just had a face lift in Turky,
After reading lots of reviews a little too late,
I wish I never came here for it,
I have my bandages taken off tomorrow and I hope it’s success,
It helped me watching your video and given me a glimmer of hope.
U rSO informative. I really need to know do you reposition the cheeks during facelift?
Thank you again
Yes, I think that the facelift technique that I use improves the cheeks about 20%. When a patient needs more that that, I usually use cheek implants.
Love the way you talk! Thank you dr. ! 😊
Thanks for watching
Thank you so much for explaining things. I'm having my neck lift and deep plane a week from today. I have listened to your videos and they have been very helpful. My surgeon has told me pretty much you have said on what he's going to do and what to expect. You have reassured me and I do t feel as anxious. anymore. I'm trying to prepare myself mentally because my imagination goes wild. You have helped with that too. Thank you 😊 💓
Glad I could help. Heal well
Desert rose, how did it go?
@@ltaurus2105 it's been a year and absolutely love it!
Hi doctor Niamtu. Thank you for all your videos! It would be interesting to make a video on '10 most common complaints after (a bad) facelift.. Like what they are Not happy about about after the recovery... Thank You
Thanks, I do have on on facelift complications on you tube. Thanks for watching.
Thank you, for your advice. I just had my lower facelift done and had hematomas. Your advice was very helpful.
Just wanted to clarify that this was done by another surgeon. Thank you for your videos.
How do you feel? Do you like it? I hope you are recovering well
Thankyou for this video! You addressed all of my concerns. I am only 3 days out and I have all of these issues. It makes me feel good that all of these issues are “normal”.
Glad it helped!
Thank you so much for all the explanation here. I love it😍🤩👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
You’re welcome 😊
Thank you very much Doctor. You are very charming. I am 58 years old, and I am DREAMING about doing it for YEARS!
Aw! thanks so much, come see us.
Great Video, having a mini lift in 2 months and this was extremely helpful ❤️
Thanks for watching
How did it go?? :)
Sharon do you like the results ?
How do you like your results? I'm 42 and considering a mini lift
It's ok the results?
Thank you for the video, super helpful and educational. What was the pre-and post op scar cream that you said?
Thanks the scar gel is Stratamed, you can get in most drug stores or Amazon.
I love seeing the before and after shots of a facelift, makes me dream of having my own if only I had the means. I think the one thing that I notice in all the images I've see, the one thing that has the most striking affect in giving a person a more youthful appearance, is the neck-lift. The years just magically melt away from that one procedure than any other. Compliments to you, Dr. Niamfu, very nice work indeed.
Thank you so much for commenting
Thank you for making this video. Great info. One thing I might add is that docs should prepare patients mentally ahead of time for the compression garment if they plan to place one on them. I flat out panicked when I woke up and felt like a deaf, swollen human Q-tip. I was so claustrophobic, could not hear or see well because of the eye ointment and the bandages covering my head. The pressure on my ears and forehead was excruciating. The following day a less comprehensive and removable version was placed but that first 24 hours was a living hell. It was a 24 hour straight panic attack. I am at day 7 of recovery now and feeling much better but that was more than discomfort. For me, it was terrifying.
I am sure you will continue to improve. I can be a demanding recovery.
Something to think about?
I never thought about the post-operative anxiety
I could understand anxiety the first 24 hours after
I had a compression bandage and drains for four days and this was like a living Hell. No sleep for those days made it all worse! I was not prepared for that at all. The small one they later give you to wear 24/7 is also uncomfortable especially for sleep. Some improvement should be made with these bandages to make it more tolerable. I am still only sleeping 3-4 hrs at night because of swelling. It is day 8 for me after face and neck lift. My left upper lip has problems and when I eat and talk I look like a stroke victim. The staff says, "oh that's normal" it will improve. I pray that is true. Also one of my eyes will not close all the way after upper lid bleph. This is all kind of scary. I pray these things resolve soon. I wish I had gone to Dr. Joe in Virginia. He has such great bedside manner!
Thank you so much Dr. Joe!
And THANK YOU all!! I'm getting my mini face lift and brow lift in January. Reading all your comments are helping so much👍🥰 ( I'm 65 and ready😄)
Keep the them coming , LOL! I like to know what to expect. I know everyone's experiences are different. The encouragement is GREAT👍
Like some of you have said, it is a bit scary but I'm also excited!
The things we do, huh😅
Merry Christmas everyone🎅
Best of luck!
How did it turn out?
I need to find you; I have been doing research and need to finally get this done. I love this guys spirit
Thanks so much
You are amazing. Thank you Doctor !!!!
Thanks so much for wathing.
Your so informative great video very helpful, and your so nice.
Thanks so much
I think we all appreciate how humble you are without denigrate other surgeons. I notice on Dr Amir Karams channel he always implies that his techniques are unique to him rather than just being honest. I think your videos really add to this World and you leave it a better place
Thanks a lot and thanks for watching
I had a lower facelift 11 days ago. My struggle is my ears. I have a loud ringing in my ears with lots of pain. I love your channel.
Most patients report situations like that for the first weeks. Just comm with your surgeon. Everything seems to improve.
How about asymmetrical ear lobe is it temporary? Thanks
Thank you so much for this! I am 6 days post op, and everything you mentioned are things I do worry about in this recovery time. I appreciate having this video to answer my questions and make me relax about things and just give it time. I know recovery is weeks, it is just scary to see your face so different, swollen, and not the same in some areas. I am still nervous. lol
You got this!
I am having mini facelift this coming tues dec 8 2020 and this is very helpful.. thank you!!
Glad it helped!
Another great video! Thank you!
Thanks for watching
What price? ?
Watched a lot of your videos. Helped me a lot. It's day 5 since my surgery. I'm doing fine. My surgeon did a good
Job. My ears look perfect... something I was concerned about
Thanks for watching
How are the results
Thank you for your time❤
You are so welcome
Thank you!
Thanks!
thanks for the information. I’m going next week. My surgeon’s office did not tell me any of this.
I hope you have a great recovery
How did it turn out?
@@dlppl3407 yes, I also am curious. Good results??
Excellent content thank you for sharing. I’m not getting a lot of information from my doctor so I’m having to do a lot of TH-cam research. I guess that should’ve been a little bit of a red flag for me upfront and choosing a more communicative physician but I do appreciate your wise words of wisdom thank you .
Glad it was helpful!
Exelent information tank you doctor
So nice of you
Doc, you sound so confident and reassuring. I would trust you with my face 😊
I appreciate that Marie
Lol.....that darn internet. I feel like I owe you a copay. Thank you again.
:)
I love you for this. I had a redo last week. You answered everything.
You are Amazing, Thank you
Thank you too!
Thanks for making this video - hopefully I will look pretty soon because I feel so ugly now. My ears are like the way you said and is driving me crazy
Thanks for watching
Wonderful explanations! Where do you poractice?
Richmond, Virgina, thanks
I would def go with you for my next procedure if I were to have one. My PS just said "he talked to me a lot after my surgery.." actually it was 3 CALLS IN 5 WEEKS!!!! Wow, he could never be a lawyer! haha. You seem very compassionate, I had a rough go of it, didn't really know what I was in for and the first 2 weeks were extremely challenging. He said "he wasn't my therapist" DOC, I WAS 15 SECONDS OUT OF SURGERY WHEN I CALLED, OF COURSE I WAS FREAKED OUT!!! He definitely needs some training in the communication department, or, maybe that's just how he runs his practice. Not for me.
Not your therapist!!!!!.....................that is pretty cold.
Where do you practice, Doctor? How long is going to take to see you?
i just had a facelift and where my sideburns are is really full and swollen balloon like is this normal in front of the ears? if yes how long does it to pass?
So grateful for this info! Did a full facelift & forehead, upper and lower lids three days ago. No pain at all, but I have no sense in my ears or cheeks. Your info comfort me. My surgeon in Sweden is the best I think, dr Claes Lauritzen, a worldknown craniofacial surgeon.
Glad to assist.
How are your ears now?
@@banukupaci9678 Still not full sense in my right ear and in a piece of my chin but its ok! The result is so good and I don't regret anything! :)
EXCELLENT VIDEO, DR! 👏👏👏👏👏
Thanks for watching
Awwww you made me laugh a lot. What a charming doctor you are. Thanks for the informative video. :)
Thanks for watching
I would love an appointment
Thank you
thanks for watching
Great info!
Glad it was helpful!
Thankyou fanfastic info
thanks for watching.
Thank you for this video! I’m 5 weeks post lower face and neck surgery. Everything is healing great snd I’m happy with the results. My only concerns is my cheeks still feel puffy. I eat pretty healthy, but should sodium and sugar be eliminated or reduced during recovery to reduce swelling?
I have my patients reduce those for the first 2 weeks
Thank You for this information. What still confuses me, is the method using the incision around the ear, vs what is called the ponytail lift but doesn't use that method to make incisions so there is less scarring. But, is it as effective?
I think the ponytail lift is marketing hype. A real facelift is called a "facelift" :)
@@jniamtuiii I agree, but that Dr uses small incisions, so you don't have that large incision around the ear. I am just not sure how you can access the muscle properly without that? It's a big decision and I am trying to do my homework. I have a Dr here in Los Angeles that I will probably have the Deep Plane done by, but making sure I am doing the right procedure.
Amazing results - from a gifted surgeon
Thanks for watching, I love this stuff
Dr u are really . very good how to explain
Thanks a lot
@@jniamtuiii
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Thang very much
So kind 💁♀️💕
Thanks
I am so glad I found your channel. I have a question for you if you don't mind. My right ear feels stopped up and is pretty red behind my ear. Is this something to be concerned about? Thank you in advance.
Not sure what you had, but facelifts can clog the ear for a while, ask your doc.
@@jniamtuiii Thank you!!
Great video!!! Dr. Niamtu how does a scar on a male become hidden if their bald and does have much of a hairline on the neck area, or even the front near the ear any suggestions?
I need a facelift and I am bald. I have done 1,200 facelifts, but only one on a bald male. He did great. Someday I will have to bite the bullet myself.
@@jniamtuiii Dr. Joe. I think you are a beautiful looking man..bald or not and see no need for a facelift on you. It was a pleasure to listen to this and educate myself. I will go so far as to say that your presentation eased so much anxiety about my decision to seek a face lift. I wish that I could consult with you but I am in Minnesota.
Excellent.
Many thanks!
I had a neck lift 5 months ago and your videos are helping me a lot because I'm very concerned at this time. I bled and next morning they had to do something again in the surgery room bellow one of my ears on the side my eye was completely closed and bruised. This side is way much better now, but the other side is giving me a hard time, because of hematoma first and seroma later. A couple times the doctor used a syringe with a needle tu pull some yellow fluid, but he told me to use warm compresses for this to disappear and to massage the area. I'm doing both, every single day. Today, 5 months after my surgery, this side of my neck has multiple bumps but they are very hard and my neck is very stiff. My ear on this side is numbed from the top to the middle, but the earlobe is painful an additional was pushed to the front of my face when it was rearranged. My jowls are sagging again, too. It seems like that area was not addressed at all. The inflammation behind my ear is there and honestly I don't know if I need more time for the total recovery due to the trauma; that's why I'm waiting to see if I make some improvements, before calling the doctor. Could you, dear doctor offer your recommendations? I will appreciate your words! Thank you!
It usually works out fine, just follow your doctors treatment
Sounds like you experienced some complications but you were entitled to worry and make queries with regards to your recovery. I certainly hope you did and that you're feeling much better today. Would like to hear how you're doing...
That is horrific. Your experience might tip me towards the side of NOT to do it! Scary! Updates?
How r u now
Sorry to hear that me too, had a horrible experience with my facelift, how’re you doing now?
You talked about the foods/supplements to stop eating to help with bleeding/bruising. I stopped all of that before surgery. Now that I am at day 8 of recovery, can I now eat garlic and some of those foods that I cut out before surgery? I was not sure if you were talking about post-surgery.
I tell my patients they can eat or take what ever they wish after 7 days
Had facelift with another richmond plastic surgeon on April 22nd. Today is July 3rd and my ears are still extremely tender. I have lumps in my cheeks and my left eyelid still hurts.
I am sure you doc will figure it out, make sure they know
Lord!! Swealing and Soreness 🥺🥺🥺
Yep, it goes along with surgery, but also goes away. Thanks for watching
I’m at 3 weeks & still in a lot of pain !! I hope it stops soon ! Very worried
Talk to your surgeon, but that is not uncommon. Sometimes it just takes a while and all seems to work out well.
I had a face/neck lift almost two months ago. I am extremely happy with the results and happy with my fast recovery. I took pain meds for the first 4 days, after that I could put up with the discomfort, but it really wasn’t that bad at all. I got yellow under my eyes and purple around my lower lip, but only lasted a few days. After two weeks I was feeling and looking like a million dollars 🤩🙏🏼.!
The face kinda relaxed a little bit, but I knew that from the beginning. I loved feeling the tightness on my cheeks during the first two weeks, now it just feels normal again, only some numbness on my ears, otherwise everything is great!
I am so thankful, so grateful for having this procedure done, and now I can enjoy my early retirement in style💃🏽💃🏽💃🏽
Glad it worked out for you :)
That is exactly how it should go, that’s fantastic and I’m happy for you. Can you say who did yours? How much laxity did you have prior to surgery? Not sure if there’s an ideal time to do it.
Hi doctor. I had a lower facelift about six weeks ago. The front of my ears are still a bit swollen and puffy. My concern is I still have a pucker of skin above my jawline. My surgeon, who I greatly respect, assures me it will soften with time. Has any of this been seen in your practice. Thank you.
The usually improve over 90 days.
You are so amazing and informative to the finest Dr. ❤️🙏❤️ How much does facelift cost? I’m poor and saving up to be your next patient. 😩 Thank you!
Thanks so much.
Thank you sweetheart
Thanks you
Thank you for this small taste of a medical education.
Thanks for watching.
People who haven’t had surgery before don’t know how our bodies react. I have (I had 3 c-sections) and I was lots younger when I did. As I’m approaching 70 (egads!) things take longer to heal. I wasn’t even thinking of having a face lift until recently when I had the wherewithal to do it. Now, as I’m recovering, I know the magic is happening and I’m being patient and following my doctor’s instructions. And, already, no more turkey neck!
Follow those instructions :)
Thanks for the Video, I had my Face and Neck lift 3 weeks ago; pretty much have most of the concerns mentioned. I noticed that where the incision is under the chin, there is a big bump, and I’m mortified thinking that may stay there, I really hope it goes away. Is this normal?
Lots of lumps and bumps at first, most all settle down, talk to your doc