Face Lift – Possible complications

The most common complication after face lifting is inadequate resuspension of the facial tissues. The cause of this is usually because the facial fat has faded away with time so that it is not available for re-suspension. In this case, it may be beneficial to transplant fat into the areas where it no longer exists. This is rarely necessary. Other risks include asymmetry, nerve injury, infection, blood and fluid collection, and unfavorable scarring. A list of possible complications is provided by the American Society of Plastic Surgery and this will be discussed and given to you during your consultation.