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Skin care tips for aging skin 10 answers

My face is aging faster now that I've turned 46. What is the best techniques, skin care products, or life style changes to maintain more youthful look...

Bruising or hematoma after Facelift? 8 answers

I had a facelift on 4/13. All seemed fine, then about 4 days ago, I developed a very dark bruise or hemotoma on my left cheek. There's no pain, but...

Swelling and bruising after Facelift 7 answers

It has been 3 weeks since I had facelift as part of removing the cyst on my face. I experienced severe hematoma after the surgery, but it seems that...

Normal to have bilateral numbness after Facelift? 11 answers

After a Facelift, is it normal to have numbness bilaterally near the ears? Will it go away?

Best procedure that works like a facelift with minimum fuss? 18 answers

I am 52 years old and have decided that I want to improve the look of my face. My choices are filler injections or the new signature lift, which...

Asymmetry and lump after mini facelift and eyelid surgeries 10 answers

I had a mini facelift 6 years ago (the procedure was performed twice at that time). I also had 2 procedures performed on my eyes - upper and lower...

Numbness and lumpiness after Facelift? 8 answers

Hi, I had a Facelift procedure about 3.5 weeks ago. I am still experiencing numbness on my cheeks, jaw and under chin.It also feels lumpy under my...

Are all midface lifts done endoscopically these days? 18 answers

Is it now common for the procedure to be done endoscopically? Are there any advantages to having mid facelift done NOT endoscopically (can you see...

Best procedure for firming neck and chin? 15 answers

I'm about to turn 50. The skin on my face is relatively firm and in great condition for my age so I don't need a Facelift.However, my neck and chin...

Too young for facelift and cheek implants? 5 answers

I'm 20 years old and I'm unsatisfied with the way my mid-lower face appears. I think I'd benefit from getting a mid-face lift with cheek implants. Am...

Acculift as a less invasive alternative to Facelift? 3 answers

Does anyone have any info on the Acculift procedure performed with the AccuSculpt 1444 laser? Supposedly, it removes wrinkles and jowls, and tightens...

Realistic result of scar from facelift? 24 answers

I'm a 54-year-old male who could use a facelift. However, I am afraid that the scars in front of the ears will become too obvious. I'm not a smoker...

Difference between anesthetist and anesthesiologist? 16 answers

Is there a difference between an anesthetist and an anesthesiologist? Is it safe to have a face lift, or neck lift under anethesia that was...

What is a deep plane facelift? 6 answers

How is the deep plane facelift different from other face lift techniques?

Facelift after Eyelid Surgery? 18 answers

I'm thinking of having an upper and lower eyelid surgery first by an eye specialist and then have a separate facelift later. How long should I wait...

Lumpy and thick scars after Blepharoplasty and Mid Facelift 5 answers

I had a Blepharoplasty and a Mid Face Lift 9 days ago. The upper lids have the dissolving stitches but they are still very lumpy and do not seem to be...

Type of facelift best for a 56-year-old woman? 19 answers

I am currently investigating facelift and lower eyelid surgery. I have two doctors that I've narrowed down to perform different types of lifts. One...

Facelift for patient prone to keloids? 7 answers

Can you have a Facelift if you are prone to keloid scarring? Can I have a Eye lift, too?

Facelift disproportionately fat face? 14 answers

I have what I'd consider a very disproportionately fat face. I'm only 33 and thin yet the corners of my mouth are always turned down along with...

Concerns after Brow Lift, Midface Lift, and Eyelid surgery 5 answers

I am a 37-year-old male in pretty decent shape. It is my 24th day post-op from an endoscopic Brow Lift / Midface Lift (I have 4 incisions in my...

Opinions on Extended MACS Facelift? 8 answers

I am thinking of having an Extended MACS Facelift operation in August in Belgium with the inventors of this method. Can I ask your honest opinion...

Best Facelift procedure for a smoker? 16 answers

I am considering a MACS (short-scar) Facelift or a Deep plane Facelift. Problem is I'm having a hard time kicking my cigarette smoking habit.I know...

Lower Facelift to improve mouth shape and slight sagging? 9 answers

I have a down-turned mouth and very slight sagging around my lower face. Would a lower facelift improve my mouth shape and remove slight sagging? I...

IV sedation and local anesthesia safe option for facelift? 8 answers

I realise that the purely medical risks are less than general anesthesia, but isn't sedation risky in terms of a possibility, however small, for the...

Wading through confusing doctors' opinions on Facelift 15 answers

I am ready to make a decision on which surgeon to choose in Sacramento for Facelift. I'm not an extreme case. I'm 52. I've been examined by 5 drs to...

Facelift and Laser resurfacing at once recommended? 5 answers

Do you recommend Facelift and Laser resurfacing at the same time? One doctor wants to do this but others say it's crazy to do both at once.

Please describe the short scar facelift 13 answers

A doctor mentioned a short scar facelift. Please describe this procedure and how is it different from a traditional facelift? Also, is it true that...

Facelift to reduce appearance of facial scars? 11 answers

I am 30 years old, 15 years ago I had terrible accident hence post-surgery scars on my face. My main aim is to make these scars look smaller. The...

Facelift for a 35 year old? 15 answers

I am only 35. My body look like 20 but my face look so old due my job which is in the kitchen all the time by the grill. I don't like looking at my...

SMAS vs Deep tissue suture lift? 5 answers

In your opinion, which Facelift is better? The SMAS or the deep tissue suture lift?

Loss of hearing after multiple facial surgeries? 4 answers

I had a facelift, neck lift, eye lift, and forehead lift about 7 months ago. After the surgery I mentioned to my surgeon that my hearing was impaired....

Factors to consider when deciding for a facelift? 18 answers

I am considering a facelift, age 56. Excellent health. Two of the four consults I have had prefer IV sedation, the other two, general. The estimated...

Advice for 43 year old considering facelift? 8 answers

I am a 43-year-old (athlete) with facial volume loss, a turkey neck, and signs of jowls just beginning to form. I recently had a consult with a...

Will a facelift tighten pores? 16 answers

My pores are so large that my skin sags and looks like fine wrinkles. If I were to have a facelift, would it have an adequate effect on tightening...

Does facelift involve literally pulling the skin to tighten? 19 answers

I have scars under my eyes. If I have a facelift, would it mean that the scars could be removed as excess skin as the face is pulled up tighter?

How to avoid bruising after facelift? 23 answers

I am considering a facelift, however I'm concerned about hematomas. Can you tell me the causes of these after facelifts? Are there things that I can...

How to you feel about negotiating fees for a facelift? 14 answers

Are you more apt to negotiate a fee with a potential patient for a facelift during this economy? How do you feel if the patient asks you for a slight...

Is it safe to have another facelift seven years after? 17 answers

I'm 65 years old and had a facelift seven years ago that I was delighted with. I'm beginning now to see the need for perhaps another minor procedure...

Is cheek lift or neck lift a regular facelift? 11 answers

My doctor's office calls the procedure a cheek lift or neck lift. Is this a regular facelift? Like everyone else, am very nervous about going into...

What would an endoscopic mid-face lift correct? 14 answers

I understand that they place some of the incisions inside the mouth and above the ear. Will this endoscopic mid-face lift help jowls?

Are there different types of mid face lift? 13 answers

How many ways are there to do a mid face lift? How do you know which is best for you?

Heavy lifting after Eyelid surgery and Facelift? 7 answers

What is the maximum weight I can lift after Eyelid surgery and Facelift? I need to know how heavy my luggage can be, since I'm flying to another city...

Your thoughts on Ribbon lift? 6 answers

What's the latest thought on ribbon lifts? Things move on so quickly, are surgeons happy with Ribbon liift?

Tips and suggestions before Facelift procedure? 5 answers

I am going to have a Facelift (cheek/neck) in a week with local and IV sedation and think I did did my homework. Can you please offer words of...

MACS Facelift without including under eyes? 7 answers

I'm just about to have a MACS Face lift. But the doctor told me he won't do under eyes surgery as well. Is it ok? Can the results be just as good? I...

What is the difference between a mini facelift and a modified facelift? 22 answers

I have recently made an appointment for a mini facelift. My friend is going to a different doctor for a modified facelift. She says a mini only...

Less costly facelift that will tighten more than just skin? 7 answers

I want a lift, and I dont have a lot of money, however I want more done than just skin...like deep tissue and muscle and jowls...what should I do?

Chances of disfigurement from Facelift? 11 answers

I will have a Facelift to have a cyst removed from near my jaw. How likely is it that a nerve will be touched making my face asymmetric?

Difference between facelift procedures? 4 answers

What is the difference between facelift procedures? There are deep plane, laser, and regular. I do not know of any others. How do you know which is...

When to have brow lift after facelift and neck lift? 8 answers

How long after a lower facelift and neck lift should I wait to have a lateral brow lift (due to swelling, etc.)? These procedures will be done by two...

What are the benefits of using a laser to do Facelift? 4 answers

How new is this? Is the healing time faster? Does the surgery take less time?

How much does a male Facelift cost in Florida? 5 answers

I am 62 years old and my neck is sagging. I am curious how much a Facelift costs.