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How was your recovery time? And, what type of anesthesia did you have?

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I was out and about with no visible marks about 1 month out. I was out to the grocery stores within 10 days using some coverage makeup. I cooked over a weeks worth of prepared food to have on hand so I wouldn't have to worry about shopping / cooking.

Neighbors (women) who were "knowledgeable about such things" told me I "looked great", followed by, who did your work (insert eye roll)? I felt some numbness around my ears for about 8 months - it's mostly gone now. Also, some light tightness in the back of my head - behind my ears - I expect that will disappear as well in another 6 months.

The anesthesia was "twilight" - so, no general. The pain was really not terrible. I only took oxy the first night, after that I used Advil dual action. You need to sleep in an inclined (about 30 degrees) position on your back for about a week. That was somewhat uncomfortable. I ended up having my husband bring in a gravity chair from our patio. The chair made it easier to maintain my inclined position and get up more easily than having to raise myself out of bed. I experienced pulling on the stitches when I raised my torso to get out of bed.

Let me know if you have other questions.