Is 25 too young for a non-surgical face lift?

A few years ago I lost 90 pounds, I'm now at a healthy weight but have noticed that from the beginning of my weight loss my face started looking 'flabby'. When I pull my cheeks up from the sides of my face with my fingers, I see a perfect set of cheekbones and an ideal face shape. I don't want a full blown facelift. I'd prefer a non-surgical face lift (eg. thread lift).I have thick skin with no wrinkles and enough volume/fatty tissue. Please advice me on my options.

 

Is 25 too young for a non-surgical face lift?
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A: Thread Lift Not A Good Option

D.J. Verret, MD

TheThe non-surgical facelift you mention - the thread lift - has several recent articles which demonstrate the lack of long term results with the possibility of long term problems. Consultation with a facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon about options for skin rejuvenation including laser resurfacing and... more

A: Non-Surgical Facelift

Richard W. Fleming, MD

While not as invasive as a full facelift , a thread-lift is a surgical procedure. I would first consider a chemical peel or laser procedure to tighten the lax skin and improve the texture of that skin. I agree that a full facelift is probably inappropriate and unnecessary . 

A: Presentation more important than age.

Scott E. Kasden, MD

Due to your weight loss, you have premature aging of your face.  A thread lift has not been that successful for long term improvement, and it is expensive, and has risks and recovery.  You may want to look into a cheek lift aka mini-face lift.  It has potential to give a long lasting and... more

A: Non-surgical facelift options

Richard P. Rand, MD

Because of your 90 pound weight loss, you have a little more laxity in your tissue than a normal 25 year old.  There are no great non-surgical options other than fillers placed in the folds and over the cheek bones.  These "liquid facelifts" can be very nice. Threadlifts have been passed... more

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