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Lavinia Chong, MD answers: Options for deeper face lifts?

I found the right surgeon who fully qualified, with twenty five years experience. The only trouble is, he only offers the MACS and PSP lifts, but I want a longer-lasting and deeper lift. I also found this surgeon to be quite abrupt in his manner. With all this experience, I can't understand his reluctance to perform the facelift I want, and instead wants to refer me to another surgeon. What are your thoughts on this? Do I have other options to get the face lift I want?


Lavinia Chong, MD
1 month ago

Susie, you have undoubtedly "dodged a bullet" by not contracting with a physician, with whom you did not have a good rapport.  Of all cosmetic procedures, facelifts are the most on display.  Irregardless of the surgeon's reputation, experience and past results, if you feel that he is dismissive of you, consider it a blessing that he refused your case and referred you elsewhere.  Remember an aging face is not a surgical emergency.  You should interview other candidates and after making a short list, choose a practice, which you feel will be supportive of your needs in the convalescent period.  Good luck.

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