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 even though I do Botox. I wasn't happy with my Juvederm injection for the nose-to-mouth line so prefer not attempting that again. Any suggestions as to another facelift and the type or would this be an overkill on my part? Thanks!
A facelift will set your facial appearance back about ten years in age. You will, of course, continue to age after the surgery, so needing a second facelift at seven years isn't that unusual. If you were delighted with your first facelift you should be equally delighted with your second. Good luck!
It is not unusual to have secondary facelifts. After your first facelift, you will have significant improvement. However, just because you have a facelift, it does not stop you from aging. Your skin will continue to age and, generally, secondary facelifts are considered 8 to 10 years after the first one. However, many patients only need or want the primary facelift and do quite well. Good luck.
Another facelift at 65 is safe and effective especially since you were happy with the first one.
You may want to consider a lesser version of a facelift such as a minilift. A minilift can correct mild jowling and neck issues with less recovery time and minimal aneshesia and sedation. This will also decrease risks associated with revision surgery and anesthesia.
Best,
Dr.S.
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