Face Lift factors

Daniel J. Leeman, MD answers: Factors to consider when deciding for a facelift?

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 time for the surgery is 4.5 hours. This is consistent among all surgeons. The costs is approximately $3000 difference for general. I have been reading pros and cons to both. What factors should I consider in making my decision?


Daniel J. Leeman, MD
3 months ago
By Daniel J. Leeman, MD - Austin Facial Plastic Surgeon

The factors to consider when deciding on a facelift should be centered on your needs, the surgeons experence,their training and case volume. Your surgeon should be able to show you similar patients that demonstrate the agging face changes you see in the mirror. I would not use the type of anesthesia or place of the procedure as primary decision point.

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