Is a Deep Plane Facelift Painful? Pain and Discomfort Explained

Most patients describe a deep plane facelift as uncomfortable rather than painful. The dominant sensations are tightness, pressure and numbness rather than sharp pain. Discomfort peaks in the first 48 hours and typically becomes manageable with simple analgesics within a few days. Severe or one-sided pain is not normal and requires prompt assessment. Of all […]