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"buccal fat removal/chin implants/neck liposuctions" POst-surgery symptons!?

I've had 3 procedures done recently, abt a month ago. (Bucaal fat removal/Chin implant/neck liposuction) I have healed with no bruising at all...However a certain area has what the DR called..."sleepy lip". He says it will go away in weeks...But i'm so anxious "when!??' is this whats its called Nerve-blocker of Nerve paralysed?? Will it ever recover,..i am so scared if it dosen't..?? Please share your experiences if any of you had any same procedures done... Thanks

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1. I had a chin implant and it took a few months for feeling to come back in my lower lip .. the nerve usually gets bruised during the surgery and just takess time to recover. Be patient.. the feeling in your lip is not necessary.
2. This is a fairly common occurrence with surgery. The good news is that If the nerve was only mildly damaged, it will probably take about 3-6 weeks to recover...that is, if the outer layer of the nerve remains intact. In situations like this, a nerve regenerates at about 1mm per day. If the outer portion of the nerve was more damaged, affecting the inner portions of the nerve, recovery is longer...usually upwards of approximately 6 months. There's not a whole lot you can do to help recovery time except be patient, but some nutritional support may help. B-vitamins in particular aid in nerve function and maintenance. Hope that helps! Dr. B For more information about me visit: www.absolutehealthmn.com