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What Are the Risks of Facelift Surgery?

دکتر پارسا چراغی‌پور، جراح و متخصص گوش و حلق و بینی و جراح سر و گردن · 1/8/2026 · 15 min read

Introduction

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Facelift surgery carries common temporary effects (swelling, bruising) and less common but serious complications (hematoma, infection, nerve injury). This article explains risks, risk factors, prevention, and warning signs.


Key Risks

  • Common: swelling, bruising, temporary numbness.
  • Serious (rare): hematoma requiring evacuation, infection, unfavorable scarring, nerve injury, anesthesia complications.

Reducing Risk

  • Preoperative medical clearance, stop smoking, manage medications, and choose an experienced surgeon.

When to Seek Immediate Care

  • Severe bleeding, high fever, uncontrolled pain, sudden facial weakness.
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