Possible Complications:

These are fortunately uncommon. Some blood or fluid may accumulate under the skin and may occasionally require minor surgical treatment. The discolouration caused by bruising beneath the skin may take several weeks to clear. Infection is extremely uncommon in the face - medical advice should be sought if redness and inflammation of the skin develop. Numbness of the cheeks is to be expected for 3 months or so. Areas of skin or hair loss are possible but uncommon. Nerve damage, although a recognised complication, is rare. The scars behind the ears may become lumpy, itchy and stretch.