# DeepPlane.com — /recovery/swelling

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> Last built: 2026-04-19 · Medically reviewed by Dr. Yakup Duman, MD.
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## Fact-checked claims on this page

- **Mostly False** — Swelling fully resolves within a month after facelift
  - Source: Major visible swelling resolves at 2-3 weeks; residual subtle swelling (morning puffiness) persists 2-3 months; final settling at 3-6 months
- **False** — Swelling amount is predictable based on age or gender
  - Source: Swelling magnitude varies widely (3-5x) between patients and does not correlate strongly with age or gender. Main drivers: intraoperative technique, individual inflammatory response, adherence to head elevation + cold compresses
- **Mostly False** — Supplements like arnica and bromelain definitively reduce swelling
  - Source: Evidence for arnica and bromelain is inconclusive — some studies show modest benefit, others none. They are generally safe adjuncts but should not replace elevation, cold compresses, or compression

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