Facelift: Q&A
Ask a Question
I Am 76 Years Old, Can I Get A Facelift?
Since I am quite old and have lots of wrinkles will it be worth my while and how successful will the results be and how long will they last? Kelly
Tags:
58 Doctor Answers |
Asked by
Baltimore2723
in Baltimore.Md
+1
Facelift for wrinkles...
A Facelift is a surgical procedure that improves signs of aging in the face and neck. It helps correct sagging in face, tightens loose skin, and removes excess fatty tissue under the chin and jaw. A facelift usually lasts anywhere from 5 - 10 years, depending on how well you take care of yourself. Even though you continue to age, you will always look better than if you didn't go through the procedure. Age is not as important when getting a Facelift as your health...
more
+1
Am I Too Old for a Facelift
Hi Kelly,
Age has little bearing on whether you are a candidate for a facelift. As long as you are healthy and a positive mindset, you can have a facelift to correct any loose skin or jowling you may have. Some wrinkles will not be corrected with a facelift. If you get a good facelift it will last you a lifetime. Remember you can have a minifacelift performed under local anesthesia.
Best,
Dr.S.
+2
Facelift for > 70 years old
Dear 76,
Not to worry, if you are in good health and you have been medically cleared to undergo anesthesia-go for it! Many of my patients are in their 70's or above and have done beautifully. Just make sure that you follow your physician's instructions before and after surgery. Best wishes, Dr. H
You might also like...
Real Stories
FFS? There Are Better Choices - Manchester, GB
I had surgery with Brian Musgrove for the purpose ofFacial Feminisation. I am not very...
+1
When it Comes to Facelift Surgery, Surgeons are More Concerned About Biologic Age Instead of Chronologic Age
When evaluating patients for facelift surgery we’re far more concerned about biologic age than chronologic age. There are many patients who are biologically much younger then their stated age. These patients have taken good care of themselves by eating right and exercising regularly. Not only are they more healthy, but they seem to be younger at heart. They lead very active lives and have busy schedules. For these reasons, an age of 76 is not necessarily a...
more
+1
Facelift Candidate
Age is not the primary determinant in being a candidate (either on the young or old side). If you are in good health and maintain good skin quality, then a facelift can help you possibly in conjunction with laser resurfacing.
+1
Face lift at 76
There is no absolute age ceiling for having a face lift as long as your general health is good. If skin quality is poor you may also need laser resurfacing and possibly fat grafting to achieve the best result.
+1
I'm 76. Can I get a faceless? Exclamation
Age in reality it's just a number. Your physical health is most important. We frequently care for patients in the 70s, and even early 80s with facial aesthetic surgery very good results. I was so pleased to receive a card from an 82-year-old woman like her for who to me that thank you. Now I look as good as I feel. Isn't that what it's all about?. These procedures can be done so safely with virtually no bleeding in a very fast recovery. If you see yourself is not looking as good...
more
+1
Am I too old to have a Facelift?
The question is not whether you are too old, but instead, how healthy are you? Chronological age can me much different than a patient's physical and mental age. I have had 60 year old patients that look and feel 80 years old and visa versa. The important issue is how good your health is and how your recovery will be? This is usually best answered by a good physical exam by your surgeon and a medical clearance exam from your primary care physician. There are...
more
+1
Facelift at 76 is not too old!
The results for your facelift can be quite dramatic and hopefully help you look and feel years younger. But, please realize that a facelift only tightens the skin and provides no relief for the appearance of your complextion. Therefore combining a facelift with resurfacing techniques would be the best treatment plan.
+1
Too old for Face Lift?
Thank you for the question.
Assuming you are in overall good health, chronological age is not a contraindication to surgery. In addition to facelifting surgery, skin resurfacing ( for example with the laser) may be helpful if you have “lots of wrinkles”.
Best wishes.
+1
Having a Facelift at a Mature Age
The age of a patient isn’t as important as to whether one can have a facelift as much as your overall mental and physical condition. Aging can be a factor in determining facial rejuvenation. I’ve done many facelifts on patients that are in their 70’s or older and they have done very well. It’s optimal to have facial rejuvenation (facelift), in general, in between the years of 50-60.
+1
Age is not a factor in determining candidates for Facelift
The best candidate for a facelift is a physically healthy person who is realistic in their expectations regarding the appearance of loose facial and neck skin. As long as you are healthy, a facelift can be performed at any age and can deliver remarkable results. Many healthy patients over 80 years of age enjoy the benefits of a facelift.
Best of Luck, Dr. Clevens
+1
Too old for a facelift?
Age is not as much a factor in determining candidacy as the health of the patient. People well into their 70s, 80s, and sometimes 90s are enjoying the benefits of their facelift procedure. As long as you are in good health and show visible signs of aging, you can very well be a good candidate for the surgery.
+1
Facelift in your 70's
If your health is good and your desire is strong, there is no reason for you not to have a good facelift result! I have performed many facelifts on patients who are in their 70's( and several in their 80's, for that matter). You should not consider yourself out of the loop for this type of surgery. Let your Internist guide you through a thorough physical examination, and if the results are good, go for it! Choose a good Plastic Surgeon and discuss this at...
more
+1
Facelift -I Am 76 Years Old, Can I Get A Facelift?
76? You're just about a teenager by today's standards....with people living longer and being healthy longer, it's entirely understandable that they will want to look better longer, too. A facelift is not a tiny procedure but it's also not that significant when compared to abdominal surgery, cardiac surgery, and many orthopedic procedures. It can usually be done under local anesthesia with some sedation and there is typically surprisingly little pain. ...
more
+1
Facelift for any age
Facelifts can be performed on any age patient. Your health determines whether or not you can tolerate the procedure. Some 76 year old people are in much better health than 36 year old people.
+1
I Am 76 Years Old, Can I Get A Facelift?
I have performed Face Lifts for over 20 years and have done Face Lifts on healthy 80 year olds while turning away unhealthy 50 years olds. Commonsense would dictate a minimally invasive Face Lift that takes 90 minutes, if your are healthy and medically cleared by your internist. I would not consider doing a traditional Face and Neck Lift which is a 6 hour surgery at your age.
+1
Facelift when you are in your 70s
Regardless of your age, excellent results can be achieved from a facelift once a comprehensive evaluation addressing your specific needs and goals has been performed. In general, you are an excellent candidate if your overall health is good and you are motivated to undergo surgery. In my practice, to achieve a natural, more youthful look, I perform an extended sub-SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) elevation that continues low into the neck in the...
more
+1
Facelift Evaluation
If you are in good overall health, as determined by your doctor, you could be a candidate for a facelift. Just like every other patient, a thoughout evaluation is required to evaluate your face and discuss your goals. Find someone you trust and consider their evaluation carefully. Good luck!
+1
Too old for a facelift
Your overall health is more important than your age. Depending on your particular anatomy facelift surgery may be combined wtih surgery to address the eyes, midface, etc. Another consideration is skin resurfacing as this can create remarkable improvement to facial wrinkles.
+1
Facelift and Age
A facelift can be an excellent procedure in someone your age. In fact, age is really not the limit in facelift surgery, your health is. As long as you are in good health and able to have elective surgery then you are likely a good candidate for the procedure. I have patients that are 50 and may want a facelift, but cannot have surgery due to a heart condition. On the same token I see patients in their 80's that are perfectly healthy and have effective facelift surgery that is...
more
+1
You're as old as you feel
Health is much more important than your chronological age. Aging however can effect elasticity and how natural a result you will achieve and how long it will last.
We require a complete medical work-up by your primary care physician after age 50
Jed Horowitz MD
+1
Facelift at age 76 is acceptable
We have many patients in their early to mid 70s who are getting facelifts performed and get fantastic results. As long as the patient is healthy and has no medical issues, then the patient can be an excellent candidate for a facelift.
+1
Yes, you can, but have realistic expectations!
Hello,
I have performed facial surgery on patients as old a 92. Your results ultimately depend on your general health, the state of your skin, and your ability to care for yourself after surgery. As we age, the elasticity of the skin decreases making it very loose, we loose bone and fat volume in our faces making them gaunt, and the collagen in our skin decreases making it less plump and taut. Surgical and non-surgical procedures must be used in a holistic effort to...
more
+1
No problem.... if......
If you are otherwise healthy and have no medical reasons not to have surgery, then there should be no problem with surgery. Your next step would be discussing the various options and potential results and expectations with your surgeon of choice.
+1
How old is too old for a facelift??????
The answer to your inquiry depends on your health. Do you consider yourself a healthy 76 year old? If you are in good health and receive a medical clearance from your personal physician, there is not reason why you would be a candidate. I would encourage you to search out a plastic surgeon who would perform the facelift under local anethesia with intravenous sedation. I would steer away form having it done under genaral anesthesia. This procedure can be safely carried out under...
more
+1
Facelifts for older patients...
There is no real age limit for facelift surgery!
The decision regarding suitability for a facelift must include a determination as to the facelift's potential benefit for each individual patient as well as an assessment of that patient's overall health and ability to safely tolerate such a prolonged surgical procedure. If both of those considerations check out, it should be a go!
There are many 76+ year old patients who are in excellent health and able to easily tolerate this...
more
+1
Face lift surgery
Age is only one of many factors concerning a face lift. There are many other more important issues such as medical history, smoking history, medications,etc. One can also obtain a Midface or mini lift under local anesthesia. I have performed many face lift procedures on patients in their late 60's and 70's
Red Bank Plastic Surgeon
+1
Facelift at 76 years old
At 76 it really depends on the goals we set and the quality of the tissue. Chronologic age is irrelevant to the plan. A detailed assessment is the ultimate means to deciding where we will go.
You do describe a great deal of wrinkles as well as other aging parameters. Fine wrinkles will not be corrected nor treated by a Facelift. Treatment of those fine wrinkles will require an aggressive chemical peel or laser resurfacing, which is not done at the same time...
more
+1
You can still have a facelift at 76
If you are in good health and feel you are ready to look better and fresher, 76 can be a perfect age for a facelift. Often the neck is the biggest concern and you can have a nice and lasting result. You certainly are not near the oldest we see, and some even have completed a facelift in their 80's.
Best of luck,
peterejohnsonmd
+1
Facelift for 76 Year Old
Chronological age means nothing as long as you are in good health. A recent study in a leading plastic surgery journal substantiated this. I've successfully done facelift surgery on numerous patients in their 70's. Enjoy the new look.
+1
Facelift and Timing
The oldest facelift we have done is on an 83 year old. The age doesn't matter so much as does your health, your energy level, and your thirst for life. Most individuals getting a facelift are social beings who are active and enjoy life regardless of age. There are always medical problems to consider but if you look at yourself in the mirror every morning and you say, "I wish I could change...my neck" or "my sagging cheeks", then it's time to...
more
+1
Can I have a facelift at 76 years old? Absolutely.
The same general health requirements apply to facelift surgery as other surgeries. If your health will allow you to tolerate "twilight anesthesia" and you do not have any other issues that might interfere with healing after the procedure then, yes, you likely are a candidate for facelift surgery. One point to remember that is beyond the scope of your question is that a facelift will lift and reposition drooping or sagging tissue but it does not remove fine wrinkles or change the character of...
more
+1
I Am 76 Years Old, Can I Get A Facelift?
Dear Baltimore2723,
Cosmetic surgery is possible at any age, so long as you are in good overall medical health and have sound motivation and reasonable expectations for the procedure.
A face lift is a wonderful way to help lift a sagging neck, jawline, and cheeks. Additional cosmetic treatments such as skin care, skin resurfacing, and facial volumization can help improve the appearance of the skin as well as shape and contours of the face.
Warmest wishes,
Larry Fan, MD
more
+1
Regardless of your age, Fillers not Facelifts are the best treatments for improving the appearance of wrinkled skin.
I read your question, and if your health permits, 76 is not too old for a facelift.
You mentioned that you have "lots of wrinkles", and you should know that facelifting is not a surgery to minimize or eliminate wrinkles. Facelifting is best reserved for rejuvenating sagging neck skin, lifting prominent jowls, and repositioning sagging fat higher in your face. In my practice, surgery is reserved as a last resort. If you have many bothersome wrinkles, you may want to get them...
more
+1
Age and Facelift
This is a great question. There is no age limit for plastic surgery or facelift surgery. As long as you are healthy and medically clear for surgery, then you should be okay. We base our judgement more on biological age (how healthy you are) rather than chronological age (age in years). Without pictures, it is impossible to give you more specific advice. However, patients in their 70s can achieve great results with facelift surgery.
Good Luck.
more
+1
Worth it
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder and you need to decide if you want to go ahead just for yourself and not for anyone else. If you are in good health there is no reason not to proceed. I find that facelifts do not hold up as well in older skin but, yes go for it
+1
Facelift age limit.
There is no limit on the age of the patient as long as they are in good health.. The results last forever since the skin that is removed is removed forever. Choose an experienced facelift surgeon and have your internist check you out first.
+1
Facelift Surgery
If you are healthy and cleared for surgery by your primary physician, you absolutely can be considered for surgery. I have many 70+ year old patients in my practice and many have turned out to be good surgical candidates.
+1
Facelift at Age 76?
When evaluating patients, we tend to classify age as more a function of physiology than chronology. The simple answer is that it is perfectly acceptable to perform a Facelift on a 76 year old as long as that patient is healthy and without active medical issues. That having been said, a Facelift alone may not address all of your concerns which may or may not include extensive wrinkles. Generally speaking, when the skin has extensive sun damage, facial resurfacing with a...
more
+1
Age is rarely a limiting factor for a facelift
Dear Kelly, thank you for your excellent question. Because so many people are living longer, healthier lives age is rarely a factor against having a facelift. In fact, 76 is a great age for a facelift as many people feel wonderful on the inside and want to look that same way on the outside! As long as you're cleared by your primary care physician for the procedure, you should be just fine. Wrinkles on the face, heavy jowls and cheeks, and excess hanging skin are...
more
+1
Cosmetic surgery in your 70's
The short answer to your question is that yes you can safely have a facelift procedure. This may not address all of your wrinkle concerns and may need to be coupled either at the same time or separately wtih a resurfacing procedure. The major factor is your health status and as long as you are in good health, you should be able to proceed. The procedure should last you well into your 80's. Good luck
+1
Yes
The thinking for rejuvenation of the aging face is changing. It is not uncommon to see patients in their 70's present for a discussion of options.
+1
Facelifts after age 70
As baby boomers turn 70; we will be seeing a lot more people like you, and happy to deal with this problem. As others have noted, key to this situation is your physiologic rather than chronologic age. You can get some very nice results for patients in their 70's but also may need some additional work to deal with the texture and quality of the skin; remember facelifting will reposition and lift the soft tissue, but not necessarily improve the quality of the tissue- this may respond...
more
+1
Facelifts for the AARP Age Group
You might enjoy reading Jane Fonda's new autobiographical book "Prime Time." Fonda had a facelift at 72 last year and looks and feels fabulous. She describes that as being the "negotiable" part of aging. The decision to go forward with cosmetic surgery includes the state of your health and whether the procedure would provide you with satisfaction. If this is something you would enjoy for yourself discuss it with an experienced surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.
more
+1
Is 76 too old for a facelift?
Not really as long as you are in good health. Be careful though because if you have a lot of wrinkles, as you say, you probably have a lot of aging throughout the face. If a facelift is not done well you will look out of balance and look worse. This usually means that you need to do "more" surgery in order to look more natural. Another option might be to have full face CO2 laser resurfacing (not fraxel). This does a great job of "airbrushing " your wrinkles away, getting...
more
+1
Facelift in the 70's
In cosmetic medicine, age is merely a number. What matters is a patients overall health. We look at one's ability to tolerate a 3-5 hour anesthesia run and ability to recover from surgery safely. I believe that you can get a beautiful result at 76 years old, that will last you 10-15 years.
As a patient ages, the skin loses elasticity, which will decrease the longevity of the result. Therefore a facelift at 56 will last a few years...
more
+1
How old is too old for a facelift?
Facelift surgery can be performed on anyone who is a good surgical candidate and in good medical condition. This applies to patients in their seventies and even eighties. Consultation with a surgeon specializing in facial plastic surgery is necessary to determine if you are a good surgical. Often we will have patients consult with their primary care physicians and receive medical clearance. Dr. Kaniff
+1
You are never "too old" for cosmetic surgery
When determining if you are a candidate for cosmetic surgery, the most important thing is you overall health...not your numeric age. There is never an age that is considered "too old" as long as you have been cleared by your medical doctor. I have performed cosmetic surgery on women in their upper 80's. I have also declined to operate on people in thir 30's becuase of pre-existing medical conditions. So, as my colleague accurately states, it is your...
more
+1
Older patient facelift
If you are in good health there is no reason why you cannot have the procedure. Like all patients the results will depend on the quality of your skin, facial volume and amount of sagging. Facelifts primarily treat sagging and descent of face and neck skin. They do not remove lines and discolorations that are "fixed" in the skin. You may need other treatments to help maximize the result of your lift.
+1
I Am 76 Years Old, Can I Get A Facelift?
Without a posted photo very hard to give advise. All the expert posters are correct. But I would offer you options of: 1. Liquid Facelift, using fat or fillers. 2. Excisional Facelift. 3. Chem/Laser full face peeling. 4. Or a combination of the previous three. Best to consult IN PERSON with boarded PSs in your area, Baltimore.
+1
Cosmetic Surgery in the older woman is a very frequent and good procedure if you are in good health
While cosmetic surgery is being done on younger and younger individuals it has always been appropriated for older women to consider cosmetic surgery. As you age it is more likely that you will develop medical problems but your face also ages. As people have been watching their diet, exercising more and just plain feeling younger, it is not uncommon for you to feel much yournger than you look in the mirrow. If you are in relatively good health then you are a candadate for a face lift. I...
more
+1
Preparation is key for mature patients undergoing facelift
I agree that a thorough medical evaluation by your primary medical doctor is important, and should include an EKG (heart tracing). I also ensure that the nutritional supplementation is adequate to promote good wound healing. I include a brain enhancer, for the older patient, if any sedation or general anesthesia is considered.
Aesthetic considerations in the older patient are very important. In a more mature patient, a stretched or pulled look can result if an overly...
more
Minneapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1
Facelift at 76? Why not?
If your medical status allows safe anesthesia and anticipated normal healing, you can certainly be a good candidate for cosmetic surgery. I have done facelifts for numerous patients in their 70s and even a couple of 80+ individuals whose physiologic age was significantly younger than their chronological age. For an example, click on the link below.
So, if your personal physician has cleared you for anesthesia, you should avoid all blood thinners such as aspirin, ibuprofen, Aleve, or...
more
+1
Face lift and aged patient
Defenitely yes. Biological aging is more important than chronological one. If you are healthy, active and motivated you are a candidate. During a modern face lift, your laxed muscles could be tighten up and excess skin could be removed. In my experience, they last long time ( longer than 10 years). I have performed face lifts, successfully in appropriate candidates older than you with long lasting results.
+1
Having a Facelift in your 70's
Hello--I have performed facelifts on scores of patients in their 70's. I would agree with the excellent points that Dr. Aldea makes.
Also to keep in mind is the fact that there are many types of facelifts. The type of facelift you choose will be dependent on 1) what you would like to achieve, as well as 2) the amount of time you have for the recovery period. I perform all of my facelifts under IV twilight anesthesia instead of general anesthesia. This...
more
+1
Facelift in a 76 Years Old ?
Safe Cosmetic Surgery should be done in healthy individuals. Your CHRONOLOGICAL age is not as important as your PHYSIOLOGIC age. If you do not have any debilitating illnesses, take medications which are not compatible with the carrying out of surgery, have unrealistic expectations or an emotional disorder, there is no reason why you could not theoretically have a Facelift procedure. Consult several Plastic surgeons and see what each suggests.
Peter A Aldea, MD
Comments (0)