[Health Column] The Recovery Process After a Facelift: Check It Out Vividly Through Real-Life Cases! ✨

 

hello, Director Baek In-soo of Garnet Plastic Surgery no see.

 

Have you decided to get a facelift, but are you worried about how your face will change after the surgery and when you can return to your daily life? 🤔

 

As this is a sophisticated surgery that corrects deep layers rather than simply tightening the skin, recovery proceeds gradually in stages.

 

I will clearly answer your questions using a real patient's progress! 🔎

 

 

What is the first thing you do on day 1 after surgery?

🟢 It is the day for removing the drainage bag and performing a thorough condition check.

 

The day after the surgery, the one that had been inserted for recovery Remove the drainage tube (blood bag). do.

 

You must be very worried about the pain as well.

 

Surprisingly There is almost no pain. However, for a comfortable recovery painless injection For those who wish to do so, we will maintain it until the first day after surgery and then remove it.

 

As you are just beginning the recovery phase, this is a time when careful monitoring by the medical team is absolutely necessary.

 

 

 

 

 

It is day 2 after surgery, and are you worried because your face is very swollen?

🟢 This is a natural time during the recovery process when swelling reaches its peak.

 

Day 2 is The time when swelling is at its peak It is.

 

You may be alarmed when you look in the mirror and see your face looking swollen all over, but this is very much a sign that the tissues are healing. natural process It is just one of them, so you don't need to worry too much!

 

 

It is day 7 after surgery; why is the bruise moving downwards?

🟢 It is evidence that the bruise is moving toward the neck due to gravity and healing.

 

After about a week, as the bruising and swelling move in the direction of gravity The appearance descending around the neck You can see it.

 

This Normal recovery changes So please rest assured.

 

If you have undergone surgery around the eyes, such as upper or lower blepharoplasty, the stitches from that area will be removed first at this time.

 

From 10 days to 2 weeks after surgery, when can I start wearing makeup?

🟢 You can apply light makeup and return to your daily routine after all stitches are removed!

 

Usually at this time Remove all remaining stitches You will end up doing it.

 

The swelling subsides noticeably and the bruising fades significantly, so you reach a state where it does not pose a major burden on your daily life.

 

After the stitches are removed light makeup You can also do full-scale activities such as going out or going to work. Return to daily life is possible It becomes.

 

 

 

Is there a special care method that helps speed up recovery?

🟢 Boost your recovery power with a personalized care system!

 

At Garnet Plastic Surgery, we provide systematic post-operative care to ensure a quick return for our patients.

• ✨ LED Management : Helps to quickly reduce swelling.
• ✨ Hyperbaric oxygen therapy It promotes tissue recovery to aid in solid healing.
• ✨ Swelling injection This is a choice for those who want rapid swelling reduction.
• ✨ Stem cell injection (SVF intravenous injection) It serves as an effective alternative for those who wish to enhance their body's natural recovery power.

 

 

 

Won't my facial expressions look awkward after a facelift?

🟢 By utilizing the SMAS layer and anatomical space, facial expressions are maintained naturally.

 

The 'unnatural expression' that you are most worried about is Sufficient prevention depending on the surgical method You can do it.

 

It’s not just tightening the skin. Anatomical space beneath the SMAS layer The key is to dissect along the space before the masseter muscle and the space before the zygomatic muscle.

 

This space has little adhesion and bleeding safe floor Because of this, the risk of tissue and nerve damage can be minimized.

 

Thanks to this, the movement of the facial muscles remains intact natural lifting effect You can get !

 

* What is the SMAS layer? The deep tissue layer surrounding the muscles beneath the skin

 

 

FAQ

Q1. When can I expect to see the final surgery results? ?

A1. Returning to daily life is sufficient within 1 to 2 weeks, but it takes about 1 month for the swelling to completely subside and return to a natural state, and the final result is About 3 to 6 months It takes time. 

 

Q2. How long does the effect last? ?

A2. Although it varies depending on individual lifestyle habits, generally About 5 to 10 years You can expect a lasting, semi-permanent effect.

 

 

Q3. I'm worried that the surgery will be very noticeable.

A3. Initially, it may be noticeable due to swelling, but over time, it settles naturally to the point where it is difficult for those around to notice that surgery has been performed.

 

 

 

Conclusion ✨

Facelift is 2 weeks It is possible to remove cotton stitches and apply makeup. Return to daily life It is fast. ✨

 

✔️SMAS layer If you correct it properly, you can regain natural youth without any awkward facial expressions.

 

📌 Active methods such as LED, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, etc. Post-operative care shortens the recovery period. It is a great help in doing it.

 

Since individual skin conditions and degrees of sagging vary, it is essential to Thorough consultation with a specialist I hope you create a surgery plan tailored to you through this! 😊

 

 

 

 

Garnet Plastic Surgery Clinic

Director Baek In-soo

 

Graduated from Korea University College of Medicine

Graduated from Korea University Graduate School (Major in Plastic Surgery)

Korea University Medical Center Resident

Plastic surgeon at the National Medical Center

(Former) Chief Director of Jewelry Plastic Surgery

Regular member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Regular member of the Korean Craniofacial Society

Regular member of the Facial Contouring Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Oculoplastic Surgery Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Rhinoplasty Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Anti-Aging Plastic Surgery Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons



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