Facelift Q&A
85%
WORTH IT RATING
"Worth It Rating" shows the % of consumer reviewers that stated the procedure was "Worth It" or not. See more RealSelf Worth It Ratings or Add Your Review
315 Reviews
Faceliftbefore & after photos
View Before and Afters

Average Facelift Cost: $11,225

Learn about Facelift

1,209 people and 807 doctors are talking about Facelift

Get Free Email Updates

Facelift at Age 45 - Will I Need a Redo Later?

asked 1 year ago by vanidad in miami
Latest answer by Richard Castellano, MD
Question viewed 1,250 times
Tags: age 45-54, candidate, revision

I understand some doctors believe that a lady should wait until the menopause to have a facelift because most of the changes will shows after this. That is why I am concern about to have it done or not. If I have it now, I guess I will need one more on 7 year? This is true or not? Thank you !

65 answers to Facelift at Age 45 - Will I Need a Redo Later?

+1

Facelift at 45 and will I "need" another later.

Some people need a facelift at 45 and others don't. If your face is sagging with excess skin and jowls at 40, then a facelift is beneficial. This "resets the clock" of aging, it does not stop it. In 15 more years you may want a " tuck-up" for the further aging. In the meantime you have looked better for those years til the day you die even if you never had another lift. The skin that is removed cannot "jump back on your face".
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

+3

Age and Facelift

 Today, many people have their surgery at an older age because the non invasive techniques allow the patient  improve her appearance many years . But If you are unhappy with your aesthetic appearance,  you are a good candidate for a Facelift (perhaps a MACS Lift) 
Enrique Pedro Gagliardi, MD

Argentina Plastic Surgeon
+3

Will you need another facelift.

Dear Vanidad, Its a good question you ask about whether you will need another Facelift in seven years. Whether any woman chooses to have additional facial surgery is a very personal decision. In general, having a Facelift earlier is a nice approach for three reasons: there is usually less that needs to be done so the results are more natural, the skin and tissue are of better quality than when they are older, and finally people are healthier when they are younger. Better tissue... more
Bernard Shuster, MD

Hollywood Plastic Surgeon
+2

Facelift longevity

In general, facelift results last about 7-10 years. There are certain things that you can do to help sustain the results of your facelift, such as weight maintenance and physical activity. It is not unusual to want or need a "touch up" 7-10 years after your first surgery. However, this is not always necessary as certainly dermal fillers can be used to maintain a look without surgery.
Sandy Sule, MD

Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon
+2

Facelift Timing

Live for the moment. This is a saying that often applies to plastic surgery.  When is the correct time to do a facelift? When what you see bothers you.  Facelift procedures are real operations with risks and recoveries and should not be taken lightly, however, if what you see bothers you, the procedure will be beneficial. 
Marc Schneider, MD

Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon
+2

"Facelift" "Facelift at any age" "Facelift redo"

A facelift performed at any time might eventually require additional surgery to keep it useful in the future. Generally, however, what I see is when the patients come back ten years later after a facelift, they still look better than they did ten years before since no one “needs” a facelift at any age. It will not be required to have a redo later. It simply depends on whether or not you feel that it will be beneficial.
George Weston, MD

Reston Plastic Surgeon
+2

Facelift maintenance

As a general rule I believe patients with early aging changes get longer lasting results with their facelift procedures than those that wait until they have developed major sagging or wrinkles. That being said, each age group can obtain excellent outcomes from the surgical approach. The older indivuidual with more aging changes will usually require touch up procedures much sooner versus the younger age group which frequently requires minimal maintenance except good skincare for 7 to 10... more
Deason Dunagan, MD

Huntsville Plastic Surgeon
+2

Facelift

There is not a correct age for a facelift. The procedure is design to correct the signs of aging and that can vary from individual to individual. The procedure is frequently repeated in 7-10 years.
David L. Abramson, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
+2

Your 40's may not be too young for a facelift.

If you have a facelift now, you will always look younger than if you didn't have a facelift.  However, if you want to "maintain" that look, you probably will need to have another lift.  The timing of your second lift really depends on your goals and lifestyle.  If you are a Hollywood actress that never wants to age, you may need a revision lift in less than 5 years.  If you just want to always look good for your age, you can probably wait 10 years or longer... more
David Magilke, MD

Portland Facial Plastic Surgeon
+2

Repeat facelift procedures - plan ahead!

Simply put, a facelift addresses both superficial skin laxity and loss of underlying facial musculature tone or position.  You should not undergo a procedure until you will see a measurable benefit to justify the inherent risks of the surgery.  That being said, a number of women are appropriate for surgical facial rejuvenation at age 45 due to either genetic aging factors or lifestyle issues (weight fluctuations, sun exposure, smoking, etc).  If you have noticeable signs of... more
Michael A. Bogdan, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon

www.drmichaelbogdan.com

+2

How long will a facelift at 45 years of age

Generally speaking and all other factors the same,  a facelift performed at a younger age will last longer than one performed at a later age.   I do not recommend a facelift until the patient has visible signs of aging that will make substantial improvement by the procedure.   In addition, longevity of your result can be affected by your skin quality, genetics, sun exposure, smoking history, and medical history.   I recommend evaluation by a board certified... more
Paul S. Gill, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
+2

Facelift Surgery

The best time to consider a facelift, is when the aging changes of your face or neck really bother you.  The advantage of doing a facelift when you are younger is that the change to the postop state may last longer and is a more subtle one.  Few people want to look like they have had surgery.  Surgery at a younger age usually looks look like you had a great vacation or have been on a nice diet.  Others may recognize something is different about you, but it won't... more
Michael Vincent, MD

Rockville Plastic Surgeon
+2

Will I need another facelift

Each person is different.  You may not need anything in the future.  I agree with the opinion that no surgical procedure is forever.
Robert Whitfield, MD

Milwaukee Plastic Surgeon
+2

A MACS-lift ages naturally and will allow a repeat after 10 years

Dear Vanidad, no facelift is forever. The point is to use a technique that will deliver a naturally looking result, with a low risk of complications and especially a natural appearance over time. The problem with the "traditional" facelifts is that they often don't age well, and after one or two repeats you get a typically "facelifted" face. I have developped the MACS-lift technique together with my associate Tonnard in the late nineties to overcome these... more
Alexis Verpaele, MD

Belgium Plastic Surgeon
+2

Timing of a facelift

As each person is unique and displays aging according to their anatomy and heredity, there is no ideal time for a face lift.  When your appearance is concerning you, then it is the appropriate time for you to consider it.  A face lift should "last" about 7 - 10 years but this also depends on several factors such as smoking history, sun exposure etc.  To continue to appear rejuvenated, you likely will need additional work done in the future.  This may only be... more
Jeffrey M. Darrow, MD

Boston Plastic Surgeon
+2

Facelifts last about 10-15 years

Facelifts are typically redone after 10-15 years.  However, they don't need to be.  Once you have a procedure the clock essentially gets set back, but does keep ticking.
Pramit Malhotra, MD

Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
+2

Facelift at Age 45

There is  no specific chronological age to have a facelift. Have surgery when you need it and want it. A lift will not last a lifetime, whether it is done when you are 45 or 55. Over the past 35 years I've seen a dramatic change in the age of patients seeking facial rejuvenation . Today,  many people have their surgery  at a younger age and enjoy their rested appearance rather than wait for severe aging to be obvious. Even if you don't have a touch up in the future,... more
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
+2

Will I need another Facelift?

The simple answer is that you may well need another procedure to improve your appearance, but there is no exact or correct time.  You need to have realistic expectations and understand that even if you have a cosmetic procedure and get great results now, you will possibly want to do it again in about 10 years.  We cannot stop the aging process, but as surgeons we can help you age gracefully and at least look really good/young for your actual age.  Don't worry about your... more
Carey Nease, MD

Chattanooga Facial Plastic Surgeon
+2

Appropriate age for facelift

There is really no perfect age for a facelift. Every individual ages differently and at different rates. While patients of more advanced age may have more aging changes, and thus have a more dramatic result, there are many patients at age 45 who would benefit greatly from a facelift.
Ryan Greene, MD, PhD

Fort Lauderdale Facial Plastic Surgeon
+2

Facelift timing

Timing of rejuvenative facial surgery is most dependant on your appearance and desires than just your age.  However if you are thinking of a procedure at 45 it is very likely that you will elect to have something else done in your 50s.  This is not necessary a bad thing if your desire is to maintain a youthful look as compared to waiting until things look worse and surgery becomes a "turning back the clock" procedure as compared to maintanance.  Maybe a "mini... more
Terrence Murphy, MD

Englewood Plastic Surgeon
+1

How long do facelifts last?

People are choosing facelifts earlier because the result is better, and they don't want to wait for advanced aging changes to come before doing something about it. After a facelifting procedure, most people wait 5 to15 years before deciding to do another lift or a tuck-up. There are exceptions to this, depending on the patient's expectations, procedure performed, weight gain/loss, and patient's lifestyle. Just as we have growth spurts, we also have aging spurts.... more
Richard Castellano, MD

Tampa Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Most facelifts will last 10-15 years.

Most facelifts will last 10-15 years. there are obviously variables such as menopause, genetic and environmental exposures. Mid 40's is a good time if there are signs of jowling and neck laxity as you will have a better elasticity and as a result more natural outcome see video
Babak Azizzadeh, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift before menopause usually gives a better result

Today many people choose to have a Facelift in their 40"s before the onset of menopause. There are many reasons to have a Facelift before menopause when you are younger: General Health is better, easier recovery-safer to have surgery Younger skin is healthier, heals better and responds to Facelift surgery better=better result Benefits of Facelift-looking younger are more relevant during a more active time in your social life Benefits of Facelift more important... more
Brooke R. Seckel, MD

Boston Plastic Surgeon

www.drseckel.com

+1

How long does a facelift last?

The longevity of any face lifting procedure will be influenced by multiple factors beyond the type of facelift performed and the skill and expertise of the plastic surgeon: the extent of tissue elasticity and sagging, genetics, amount of sun damage, life style (smoking, significant weight fluctuations, excess dieting or exercise), general medical health and other adjunctive procedures (like fillers, Dysport or Botox, peels, skin care program) performed in conjunction with (the facelift or as... more
Robert Singer, MD

La Jolla Plastic Surgeon
+1

Doing your facelift early versus late.

There isn't a perfect age for doing a first face lift.  But weigh these options and considerations: The earlier you do your lift, the more years you have to enjoy it. Unanticipated medical issues may be in your future, and you may not medically "qualify" as a patient.  I have had patients who waited till the "right age" and then they needed to be placed on blood thinners for a medical concern.  After that, all we can do in injections. Do it... more
Ritu Chopra, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
+1

Appropriate Age for Facelift

If you need it now get it now. If its done right in 7-10 years you can have a touch up or redo as needed. There is no point in waiting and you will always be ahead of the game. The menapause thing is irrevelent, most important is to choose a good surgeon and enjoy your new face.
Richard Galitz, MD

Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

When to have a facelift?

There truly is no rule of thumb as to a particular age when a facelift is best done. The time to consider a facelift is when YOU look at yourself in the mirror and always notice the same things that bother a lot about how you look. If you are constantly thinking about the same issues with your facial appearance in photos and/or the mirror you might be ready to consider a facelift. This can happen at ANY age.  As for how long it lasts and if you will need another one in your lifetime... more
Adam Rubinstein, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

dr-rubinstein.com

+1

A facelift provides "permanent" improvement

When thinking about how long a facelift lasts, it is important to understand that the improvement one gets from the facelift lasts forever. However, the improvement is relative to your age. In other words, you will continue to age, but will always look better than you would have looked had you never had the surgery. Generally, 7-10 years after a facelift, you have aged to the point where your face may once again show the same signs of age that concern you now. However, you will be 7-10 years... more
Jen Yuan Chow, MD

Pasadena Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift and Age

Patients often appreciate the benefit of Facelift surgery for seven to ten years. As to the appropriate time to have a Facelift is certainly a matter of tolerance. Some individuals would like to resolve their concerns at a younger age which means that they may be looking at having several face lifts throughout their lifetime. Therefore, in this situation it is important with the initial procedure to place the incisions appropriately as to not burn any bridges for potential future procedures. more
Michael Sullivan, MD

Columbus Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Timing of Facelift

The aging process halts for no one and is not stopped by any procedure.  The decision to proceed or to wait is usually predicated on the degree of aging changes present and how much they bother you.  There is no question that after menopause, aging changes are likely to progress more rapidly.  The question is : are you ready for that to happen or do you want to take action now? The decision to have a Facelift is very personal; it must fit with some degree of change that... more
Stephen Prendiville, MD

Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drprendiville.com

+1

Face Lift, Mini Face Lift, The Palmer Celebrity Face Lift

 I think that's an older attitude from about 10-15 years ago that typically wanted patients to wait until they had marked signs of facial aging.  For most patients this was at an average age of 55-60 and that was the age of the vast majority of my face Lift patients at that time.  About 10-12 years ago, the attitude of patients seem to change as the baby boomers began to show signs of aging in their 40's.  These patients, unlike those just a decade older,... more
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift Targets the Neck, Jowels, and Mid-Face

The decision to have a facelift should not be based on your age at all. Rather, the decision must be based upon what is making you look older.   The goal of a facelift is to treat sagging jowels and neck. I prefer the deep plane facelift to other types of face lifts because it treats the mid-face (sagging cheeks), as well as the jowels and the neck.  If the jowels and the neck are sagging enough to warrant a facelift, then you are a good candidate.  However, most... more
Jacob D. Steiger, MD

Boca Raton Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

When to have a facelift is a common question?

The right time to have a facelift differs from patient to patient. The laxity of each patients skin is different due to nationality, smoking, sun exposure etc. It really depends on each patients needs and what their main complaint is. Many times in the younger facial patient I would do a endoscopic brow lift with some transfer to provide a youthful appearance and then do a facelift as a secondary procedure in the future. However if the jowl line and neck is the area of most concern for... more
Michael Elam, MD

Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Results from a facelift are permanent....

The results from a facelift are permanent but the aging process continues.  People age at different rates and repeat facelifts depend on the patient's wishes.  Patients will always look better after one facelift at any age rather than if they never had one.   Dr. G
Mitchell F. Grasseschi, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
+1

When to have a facelift and how long will it last?

The timing of a face lift is very individual. When the sagging and signs of aging start to bother you, you may consider facial rejuvenation. The need for a youthful appearance is influenced by occupation, location, and who your friends are. A public figure or TV star will be less tolerant of a jowl or nasolabial fold than a soccer mom who doesn't have any friends who have had cosmetic surgery. My test for performing any cosmetic surgery is a series of questions: Can the... more
Richard L. Dolsky, MD

Philadelphia Plastic Surgeon
+1

Will I need another facelift in the future?

My short answer is, “most likely”. I think at the age of 45, any facial rejuvenation that includes a facelift will certainly last longer than if it is done at the age of 65. But the facial age clock is not stopped and the fact is it accelerates as we get older. At some level, can always look better than if you had not done the lift, but there may well come a point in the future where another procedure will be useful. These procedures may include another facelift or may... more
Robert Sigal, MD

Reston Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift - will I need it again

I always tell patients that facelifts can take years off their face, but it cannot stop the clock.  In general, aging is caused by a combination of gravity pulling normal structures down, and fat loss in the face. Plastic surgery procedures seek to correct these changes. A facelift will structures back up to their more youthful position. Fat grafting which is often done in conjunction with facelift, helps fill areas of hollowing.   Also, no one ever "needs" a... more
Catherine Huang-Begovic, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Right age for facelift

45 years old is an age that is unlikely to have acquired enough solar and aging damage to require a facelift.  Would you have a good result?  Yes, I'm sure you would.  However, you probably have 30-50 years still left.  Before proceeding with a facelift, I would consider having fat injections performed.  At 45, you are probably starting to notice changes that are more due to fat loss, which is treated very well with fat injections.  I would seek... more
P. Daniel Ward, MD

Salt Lake City Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Choosing When To Have A Facelift

I tell my patients that the correct time to have a facelift is "when the mirror tells you its time".  If you are unhappy with your aesthetic appearance, and after examination are found to display "true" abnormalities associated with lower facial aging, then you are a good candidate.  The advantage to correction at an earlier age is that most commonly you will require less surgery to achieve your desired level of rejuvenation.  This will equate into... more
Anthony Corrado, DO

Philadelphia Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.dranthonycorrado.com

+1

FACELIFT: AT WHAT AGE TO GET IT AND WHEN TO REDO IT.

There will be some facial and body changes after menopause, because of the changes in circulating hormones. THE BEST TIME FOR A FACELIFT IS: WHEN YOUR APPEARANCE IN THE MIRROR BOTHERS YOU, WHEN YOU ARE PLEASED WITH YOUR LOOKS BY PULLING ON YOUR SKIN IN FRONT OF YOUR EARS, TEMPLE AND NECK AREAS, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY WHEN YOU WANT TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT. NOT BASED ON WHETHER YOU ARE PRE, PERI, OR POST MENOPAUSAL. If you do have a Facelift at an... more
Carlos Cordoba, MD

Montreal Plastic Surgeon
+1

Age and Facelift

Every person, like snowflakes is different and unique.   We each are one of a kind.  Age is irrelavant in facelift consideration.   If a person has jowl, lax nech skin, lax nasolabial folds, baggy eyelids, or hooded upper lids or brow droop and frown they may choose and be a candidate for surgery.   Health must be good enough for elective surgery.  Desire is a major factor.   If a person wants a facelift, they need to be carefully assessed by... more
George Commons, MD

Palo Alto Plastic Surgeon

www.pacfps.com

+1

Facelift at Age 45 - Will I Need a Redo Later?

Maybe. But you will always look better than you would have otherwise. We cannot stop the aging process, but we can set it back. Undergoing a such procedure when you're young and healthy may also be preferable. If you're ready, go for it!
Anand D. Patel, MD

Austin Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Early facelifts are ok, but don't ignore the midface

As others have pointed out, at 45 years, you are definitely not too young for a facelift.  However, in younger patients, I've had more "bang for the buck" in treating the brow and midface, as these are the areas that are the first to droop.  These can be lifted endoscopically through tiny incisions with a quick recovery.
Ryan N. Heffelfinger, MD

Philadelphia Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

The earlier the better

My opinion is that a patient should get a facelift when they feel they are ready, no matter what age that is. Menopause should have nothing to do with it. If you look in the mirror and see the tell tale signs of aging in the lower face, then a facelift may be right for you. Ultimately a personal consultation allows the surgeon to create a customized treatment plan specifically for your personal anatomic features. In my personal practice, I have three options, all of which are customized... more
Andrew Campbell, MD

Milwaukee Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.campbellplastics.com

+1

Whether to wait with facelift till after menopause

Menopause should not be a criteria for facelift. There is a case to be made for surgery at  a younger age, which I call a maintenance lift, or do it later when changes are obvious and this is a rejuvenation lift. In either case after a certain time, and this varies widely, one might be ready for another procedure, a tuck up. But whether one does or does'n  do a second procedure it will always look better having had surgery than not having had it. The choice is really a personal... more
Andrew Pichler, MD

Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Right age for a face lift

You are correct that in many women, there are facial changes that occur after menopause. However, there is no evidence that having a face lift done before or after menopause is better. The right time to have it done (if you need it and you want it) is when you start seeing changes on your face that can be improved with a face lift. At age 45, you may also want to think about fillers and proper skin treatments as an alternative to a face lift.
Karol A. Gutowski, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
+1

Should you wait until after menopause to have a facelift?

There is no "correct" age to have a facelift. What really matters is your anatomy and your desire for facial rejuvenation. A facelift won't stop the aging process, but when performed well a facelift should allow you to permanently have a more youthful appearance than you would have had if you did not have surgery. Some patients may want a revision procedure several years down the road. But that isn't a requirement, certainly.
Thomas A Lamperti, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Too young for a facelift?

There is no lower age limit for Facelift surgery. The need for facial rejuvenation is not based on the calender, but what you see in the mirror.  I have seen 40 year olds who were ready and 50 year olds who were not. Face lifts can "turn back the clock" but they can not stop the aging process. Regardless of your age when you have a lift, in 7 years you will be 7 years older and the need for further rejuvenation may arise. 
Mark Preston, MD

Columbus Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelifts may be appropriate in younger people

A facelift is done specifically to treat the signs of aging and structural loss of the face and neck.  While this usually happens in the fifties, it is not uncommon to see these signs at an earlier age.  You may show common signs of aging face if you have had severe sun-exposure and photodamage, poor genes, hormonal or medical problems, or severe weight loss.  We treat the physical signs, not your age.  So it is ok for you to have a facelift at a younger age if... more
Matthew Schulman, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
+1

Most patients need a facelift only once in a lifetime.

Many patients in their 40's who might benefit from a facelift calculate that they will need a revision every 10 years or so.  This is not the case.  If a facelift is properly performed, the benefits last a lifetime.  This does no mean that aging stops.  The occasional patient might benefit down the road with a revision, but this is the exception, not the rule.
Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift at 45

If you can see visible benefit at this point working with an excellent plastic surgeon, it is not too soon to have a facelift.  It doesn't ever need to be repeated as you will always look better having had it.  Under ideal circumstances, you shouldn't even need to consider a redo for about 10 years, but again you might never do the repeat facelift.
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift at 45

The age at which someone needs a facelift is variable.  Usually the younger the patient the longer it lasts because the skin quality is usually better. But it is hard to predict when and if you would need another one.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
+1

A Facelift Treats The Symptoms Of Aging But Doesn't Cure The Problem

Facelifts treat the symptoms of the underlying problem, aging, but not the problem itself. Since aging can not be stopped, eventually the symptoms of neck and jowl sagging will return. How long that takes varies by patient and the type of facelift performed but, on average, one can expect in the range of 7 to 10 years. So at age 45 you will be needing to have another facelift in the future to maintain the results. A facelift is not a permanent operation because it primarily treats skin... more
Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD

Indianapolis Plastic Surgeon
+1

When is the right time for a facelift?

A facelift is indicated to treatment anatomic signs of aging or excess skin in the face.   The timing for a facelift depends on your individual concerns and signs of aging rather than just on age.   But remember, no plastic surgery procedure is permanent.  The goal is to age gracefully - not to have a fixed unnatural look.
C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift is OK when needed - whether at 45 or any other age

You are a candidate for a facelift when you have age-related changes that a qualified plastic surgeon can correct. This may occur at virtually any age from the 30s up. The age at which a patient is a candidate will depend on what they have inherited from their parents, the state of their health, changes in their weight, their level of sun exposure and whether they have been a smoker. Facelift surgery does not halt the aging process.  You will continue to age normally,... more
Eric Pugash, MD

Vancouver Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift at 45 is OK

If you have unacceptable aging changes in your face that can be corrected with a facelift then you're a candidate for the surgery at 45. A facelift will "turn the clock back" but you will continue to age and gravity always wins the battle. Therefore, you might indeed pursue a revision facelift 10-15 years down the road. Best, Stephen Weber, M.D., Ph.D. Portland Facial Plastic Surgeon
Stephen Weber, MD

Lone Tree Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.lonetreefacial.com

+1

Facelift at 45

Hi.  My recommendation would be to avoid focusing on "age 45", and instead try to define the facial issues or problems that bother you.  Then, your surgeon can help you develop a strategy to treat these problems - which might involve a facelift, or maybe not.  Often, patients will want to try non-surgical options first.  These are the sort of things we discuss in detail at our consultations...and the answers are different for each person. While it is true... more
Thomas Fiala, MD

Altamonte Springs Plastic Surgeon
+1

Timing of a Facelift - Will I need one later if I have one at age 45?

A few comments. No one, even the wicked witch of the North with her double chin, hook nose, blemishes and jowls, NEEDS a Facelift. A Facelift is an "I want" NOT an "I need" surgery. The surgery will improve your appearance by : - making you look younger by 10 or more years AND by - Slowing subsequent sagging and facial aging. If YOU think you could use a lift by age 45, go ahead and have it. The Facelift would be a Short Scar Facelift with a nice, fresh result without dramatic "who ARE... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
+1

The best time to do a facelift depends on you and your face

Some people age faster  than others.  Also some people are bothered more by the effects of aging than others.  The best time for you to have a facelift is when the effects of gravity and aging bother you.  This time also needs to be within reason too.  That is why a reputable plastic surgeon should help you determine if he can help you achieve your realistic goals. 
Randy Proffitt, MD

Mobile Plastic Surgeon
+1

Face lift at 45 will likely need repeat surgery at later date

In all likelihood if you are requesting a face lift at 45, you have an aesthetic standard that will not accept your appearance at age 55 and would request another face lift at that point in time.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
+1

Patients who truely need a facelift at earlier ages are most likely to need a touchup earlier

Face age quite differently depending on genetics, lifestyle, and bony foundation. I will advise some patients in their mid 50's that they are not ready, yet there are those in their 40's who are. However, when your needs are such that a facelift will meet them - that is the right time to do the facelift without consideration of when it might be due again. We never know what our long-term futures will bring and if a lift will give your a lift in your life as well, then you... more
Nathan Mayl, MD

Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift at 45?

I have seen patients at 50 that don't need a facelift, and I have seen patients in their 40s that do need one. Genetics, lifestyle and nutrition all play a role on how fast we age.Having a facelift will not stop the signs of aging. In other words, you may have one today and you may need one in 10 or 15 yrs, as the aging process has continued after the facelift. My advise plan for today, as there is no guarantee on what you will need in a decade from now, and enjoy your results... more
Michel Siegel, MD

Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift

There is no 'right age' for a facelift. There are different forms of facelifting procedures as well. Performing sequential facelifts is not always necessary.
Timothy Fee, MD

Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon
+1

The right age for Facelift

Age should not be your primary criterion for deciding on a facelift. If sagging jowls, cheeks, or neck are a major concern for you, it may be time to consult with a facial plastic surgeon. Your surgeon can show you the estimated results, describe the risks and recovery process, and help you make a final decision.  I have performed lifts on significantly younger patients (after gastric bypass) with great results. Good Luck!
Roy A. David, MD

San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon
+1

Facelift before Menopause

We perform quite a few facelifts in younger patients before menopause. If you prefer to wait until after menopause, that is certainly fine but most patients who come to see me do not want to wait for further aging to occur. Non-surgical options can be very powerful and include dermal fillers, Botox and Ultherapy. On the other hand, a careful lift done earlier in life certainly can be powerful in re-establishing a youthful look by setting back the clock. In addition, it provides a... more
Frank P. Fechner, MD

Worcester Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drfechner.com

Ask a question