Facelift Basic Introduction

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Facelift
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What Is A Facelift?

• Rhytidectomy, more commonly known as a facelift,
  is an elective cosmetic procedure that aims to
  produce a more youthful facial appearance.
• A facelift is achieved by tightening the skin and
  underlying muscles and tissues of the face,
  effectively addressing wrinkles, folds, jowls,
  droops and sags.
• A facelift can make patients appear 10-15 years
  younger!

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What Does A Facelift Address?

• Facelift addresses aesthetic concerns in the
  middle of the face and neck, including
• Drooping and sagging skin on the face and neck
• Creases underneath the nose, along the sides of
  the mouth, and underneath the lower eyelids
• Fleshy, dropping jowls on the lower cheeks
• Fatty deposits, displaced fat and loose skin
  beneath the jaw, resulting in a double chin
• Drooping and/or wrinkling around the eyes can be
  treated with an eyelid lift, or blepharoplasty.

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Facelift Effectiveness

• Skin quality (texture, pigmentation, elasticity)
  plays a role in determining facelift
  effectiveness.
• The condition of the skin is an important factor
  in achieving the best facelift results.
  Generally, the sooner you start with your first
  facelift, the better the long-term results.
• An ideal facelift candidate is in good health and
  has realistic expectations of the results he or
  she will be able to achieve from a facelift
  procedure.

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The Facelift Process

• There are various face lift techniques performed
  by cosmetic surgeons that may or may not be
  suitable for your specific facial aging pattern.
• The MACS facelift procedure is often chosen
  because it provides excellent results with
  well-hidden scars.
• Consult with your surgeon to understand the full
  process.

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The MACS Facelift

• MACS stands for Minimal Access Cranial Suspension
  and is a very popular technique.
• In a MACS facelift, incisions are made in front
  of the ear, rather than behind, as in the SMAS
  lift.
• Skin is lifted from the underlying tissues, fat
  and muscles of the face, so they can be
  tightened.
• The skin is then re-draped gently over the
  tissues, producing a smoother and younger
  finish.

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Facelift Recovery

• Your facelift recovery will depend on the exact
  techniques utilized and procedure performed.
• There may be some bruising, swelling and general
  discomfort for the first several days.
• Many patients are back to work and their usual
  social lives in only one week!
• Be sure to ask your facelift surgeon what to
  expect for your recovery process and be prepared
  to take the appropriate time off to fully heal
  and recovery following your procedure.

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Facelift Results

• While every facelift patient is different, here
  are some samples of before and after results from
  others who have undergone a facelift procedure

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Choosing Your Facelift Surgeon

• Selecting your facelift surgeon is arguably the
  most important part of having a facelift. Here
  are some tips to help you with choosing your
  doctor
• Read reviews and testimonials online. Be sure to
  look for quantity in addition to quality 5
  stars from one person doesnt mean as much as 5
  stars from 20 people!
• Look at before and after photos from previous
  surgeries.
• Look for membership and accreditations from
  medical boards and societies.
• Set up a consultation to ask all of your
  questions, and evaluate the surgeon based on
  his/her answers.

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• If youre considering having a facelift, be sure
  to read up and learn as much as you can about the
  procedure so that you can have the best
  experience and enjoy a great result!
• Heres to your new, younger looking you!