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Do Facelifts Have More Longevity Than Other Types of Procedures?

asked 9 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Michael R. Macdonald, MD
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What other procedures can have about as much longevity as facelifts? Is there an optimal time to have a facelift to ensure longer lasting results? Would it be better to get a lift at 55 instead of 65?

19 answers to Do Facelifts Have More Longevity Than Other Types of Procedures?

Facelift surgery vs. non-surgical options

This is a difficult question to answer because it is very broad. There are different types of facelifts for example subperiosteal, mini etc. Most of the facelifts done today are actually only different parts of what we used to consider a facelift to be. That is because people in general now get facelifts at an earlier age. Since everyone ages differently and their facial parts age at different rates the procedures have to be individualized. For example the person who has more advanced aging... more

Aaron Stone, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

I would absolutely suggest that if a facelift is something you are considering, you consider having it done earlier rather than

I would absolutely suggest that if a facelift is something you are considering, you consider having it done earlier rather than later. At age 55, your overall health and ability to recover from any kind of surgical procedure is better--wound healing is better and the risks are lower. More importantly, after having facelift surgery, you will always look better than you did if you didn't have the facelift surgery performed. As a result, it seems more sensible to have the procedure done... more

Michael R. Macdonald, MD
Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drmmacdonald.com

Longevity of Facelifts

Longevity of facelifts, is in general, 7-10 years depending on the type of procedure. If you do a deep layer facelift, Lift & Fill, they definitely last longer versus a skin lift alone. It is not necessarily age dependent. However, at an earlier age perhaps in your 50’s, your facelift will have more longevity because the skin tone and elasticity is much better.

Rod J. Rohrich, MD
Dallas Plastic Surgeon

Longevity of a facelift

First of all, the best time to get a facelift is the time when you are most motivated and most interested in looking better. This could be at age 55 or could be at age 65. I think that essentially the more the effort made to rejuvenate the face, the longer lasting the result, the better the result. Less invasive procedures than a facelift will generally not provide as good result nor as long lasting result. These include treatments such as Thermage, Feather lift or... more

David Q. Santos, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Do Facelifts Have More Longevity Than Other Types of Procedures?

Do Facelifts Have More Longevity Than Other Types of Procedures? face Lifts do moer, or at least the one's that work do...they tighten the SMAS, remove excess fat and skin and shape the face. Longevity of results is most often measured by the continued aesthetic improvement to the face but for that to happen, the proper aesthetic judgement must have been exercised during the Face Lift. Other procedures have no chance of offering these types of resukts because they just... more

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Facelift soon after the aging changes appear has its advantages

In a survey of patients having facelift surgery, the overall satisfaction rate was high. Those who had the procedure later in their life, added comments that they wished they would have had the facelift earlier. In my experience, these are some common themes I hear from my patients: The early starters said that their adjustment in their social sphere was easier Starting sooner allowed them to age gracefully If you have only one facelift, do it earlier... more

Edward Szachowicz, MD, PhD
Minneapolis Facial Plastic Surgeon

Longevity of facelift

The longevity of a facelift is typically 10 years. Women who get facelifts in their early 50's typically will need another facelift in their 60's. Women who wait until their late 50s to early 60's will typically only need one facelift.

Robert Heck, MD
Columbus Plastic Surgeon

Facelift timing

It is important to have an evaluation by a plastic surgeon to dertmine if you are a good candidate for a facelift. The best time to have a facelift is determined by many factors. In general, cheek, jowl, and neck laxity are signs that a facelift may be beneficial. The age when this laxity occurs will differ for each patient.

David Bray, Jr, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

Longevity of facelift

The longevity of a facelift depends on several factors including the patients skin type, age, medical condition, smoking history etc. In general few patients need a revision for about 10 years. The age for facelifts has dropped over the past several years because people want to age more gradually without huge changes. Donald R. Nunn MD Atlanta Plastic Surgeon.

Donald Nunn, MD, DDS
Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Facelifts

There are no other operations or procedures that last as long as a facelift. However, adding other procedures to a facelift will compl;iment the results( i.e fillers, fat grafting, facial peels, etc..)

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Facelifts last longer than alternatives

Skincare and fillers do offer alternatives to facelift, however facelift is much longer lasting, several years for most. The average age for facelift has dropped to the early fifties rather than the sixties as individuals are interested in leveling the aging curve and maintaining a vital refreshed look rather than waiting for a 'right time'. The best time is when you feel the urge and are ready, and results will be lasting at any age. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

What lasts longer facelift or fillers

The present trends for fillers ,noninvasive laser and other devices, and Botox to be used as alternatives or preventatives for a facelift are very misleading in my opinion. It would be rare for these alternative treatments to give the result and longevity of a well performed facelift for the appropriate aging face conditions.

Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD
Oakland Facial Plastic Surgeon

Facelift

Facelifts and other rejuvenation procedures turn the clock back, they don't stop it. Typically "full" face and neck lifts last longer then mini lifts but the decision is based on what you need. A patient that is a candidate for a mini lift accepts a little less longevity for a less invasive, quicker recovery procedure understanding that they may need a touchup or second procedure sooner. If you are not a candidate for a mini lift then you should not consider it... more

Michael L. Schwartz, MD
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.palmbeachface.com

Facelift results last longer than nonsurgical procedures

A facelift does more than any nonsurgical procedure and so the results last longer. Most nonsurgical skin tightening/lifting procedures work best on younger patients who don't have enough skin laxity to justify a facelift, so they are not usually alternatives for the same age group. Also, a facelift is a 3-dimensional rejuventation, not just skin tightening. In genreal, results probably do last longer in younger patients so mid-50's is not too early.

Richard Baxter, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

baxterplasticsurgery.com

For most women, early 50's is the best age for a facelift.

Hi. A good facelift will last at least ten years. The reason to do it sooner rather than later is that it will have a bigger positive impact on your life when you are younger.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Facelift longevity

There are no other procedures that do what a facelift does, but there are many kinds of facelifts. The most natural and longstanding results occur with full facelift, that includes a full lift of the internal structures, as well as the skin. A simple skin lift or a mini-lift do not last long, and can make it more difficult to do a full lift in the future. The usual age range for a facelift is 40 - 65. The best results occur when the procedure is performed... more

Diane L. Gerber, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Facelifts continue to be the most powerful facial cosmetic surgery.

The critical issue is what do you need. Facelifts are not always the answer. Atrophy of the lip and mouth area, under eye hollows, eyebrow ptosis, these are areas that are not helped with a facelift. The face is for sagging of the lower face and neck. To get the most from a facelift, the procedure needs to be personally tailored to your facial issues. Longevity of the lower facelift is very good. However it does not stop the clock. Eventually most... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

Facelift longevity

This question is too complex for this forum but basically, a full facelift lasts much longer than a mini and the longevity depends on the surgeon's technique (all are different to some degree), the surgeon's talent (all are different to some degree), the patients elasticity and the quality of their skin (again, all are different). Also, doing the right things afterward such as skin care, sun avoidance, proper diet and exercise will also play into the lasting effects of the... more

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

What procedure has the same longevity as a facelift? What is the best age for facelifting.?

There are different types of face lifting that may give different longevity. Face lifting is really not just one procedure. It has different components that may have different longevity. For example when we remove fat from the sub mental area to improve the angle between the chin and the neck, this procedure gives permanent results, but a skin laxity recur after several years. The best time to do a face lift is when you think you need it and you have the means to do it.