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Is It Safe for a Woman with Rosacea to Have a Face and Necklift?

asked 7 months ago by BrookeinCO in Colorado
Latest answer by Sam Naficy, MD
Question viewed 345 times
Tags: candidate, rosacea, thin skin

Rosacea is under control, but I have thin skin. Thank you

26 answers to Is It Safe for a Woman with Rosacea to Have a Face and Necklift?

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Facelift in a Patient with Rosacea

I have never had a problem doing a facelift in a patient with rosacea. I always consult with the patient's Dermatologist pre-operatively about their problem because there is a possibility that the operation may cause a temporary flare up of the inflammation.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Rosacea and Facelift surgery

There are no contra-indications for rosacea and facelift surgery. The lifting in a facelift when done properly is addressed in the deeper tissues and does not effect the skin. You may see some dryness right after surgery or a possible flare up due to the stress however this dissipates quickly and is not a problem.
Michael Elam, MD

Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea and a facelift

Yes it is safe to proceed with your facelift. Thin skin is not a problem either. If your surgeon has access to a Sciton Joule laser/IPL platform then your Rosacea can be addressed at the same time as your face lift. I have done it many times with very nice outcomes. The reason it is feasible is that areas where Rosacea occur are typicaaly near the nose and onto the cheeks. These areas dont get undermined to lift in a face lift so they are safe to add Broad Band Light, or a pulsed dye laser... more
Charles Virden, MD

Reno Plastic Surgeon

www.virdenmd.com

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Rosacea and Face Lift surgery

There is no contra-indication to having a facelift if you have rosacea. It is possible that the rosacea will worsen for a short time after the surgery, but this is usually not the case. This is what we have seen in our practice. Logically, since the lifting in a facelift (if done properly) is from the deeper tissues, the skin shouldn't be affected.
David Alessi, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Face and neck lift in patient with rosacea. Is it safe?

Certainly, it is safe. The presence of rosacea (which is so very common) is not at all a contraindication to having face and neck lift surgery. I hope this puts your mind at ease. Good luck with your procedure!
Lawrence Kass, MD

Saint Petersburg Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.kassmd.com

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Facelift Can Be Done With Rosacea

It is reasonable to consider a facelift if you have Rosacea, but there are important risks and considerations. It is important to recognize that stress can make Rosacea worse: undergoing any surgery is stressful, even if it is elective cosmetic surgery. There is a tendency for thin, delicate skin with telangiectasia ("broken capillaries" or "spider veins") to develop more of these with surgical facelift or laser resurfacing procedures. Steroid... more
Paul C. Zwiebel, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea and face lift

There should be no major problem with rosacea and a face lift. A couple of minor issues: Rosacea makes your skin more vascular so you are at slightly increased risk for bleeding Rosacea makes your skin more sensitive to healing ointments you may be using
Sam Naficy, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Facelift with Rosacea

While I personally have never had this problem, I do feel it is something to be concerned with, and as a result, I would have you obtain preop clearance from your dermatologist, stating that this facial surgery is not a risky procedure.
Jeffrey Epstein MD, FACS

Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Acne rosacea and facelift

No, as long as you don't have an active skin infection, rosacea does not affect the safety of a facelift. As a matter of fact, the rosacea can be treated with a Laser at the same time as the facelift. I hope this helps.
J. Jason Wendel, MD

Nashville Plastic Surgeon

www.mc.vanderbilt.edu

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Thin, fragile skin is safe for face and neck lifts with precautions

Certainly a face and neck lift could be considered in someone with skin like yours. However, because your skin may be somewhat thin and, perhaps, more fragile than more normal skin, care should be taken to perform any lifting or tightening at a level deep to the skin. I believe that this is the most effective method of performing a face and neck lift in all patients to give the most natural final outcome with as little tension on the skin as possible. In this way, any... more
Michael R. Macdonald, MD

Bay Area Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drmmacdonald.com

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Patient with well managed rosacea can have a facelift

It is certainly acceptable for a patient with rosacea to undergo a facelift. The patient should have their rosacea under control to prevent a flare-up during the immediate postoperative period.
William Portuese, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Facelift and necklift ok with Rosacea

A women with Rosacea can have a facelift and necklift. I would take a conservative approach and be sure to continue any medications including topical steroids.
Richard Galitz, MD

Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea

Rosacea is a chronic, inflammatory skin condition which principally affects the face. It is completely safe for a woman with rosacea to undergo a face and neck lift surgery. Having rosacea has no bearing on the outcome or results of your surgery. However, Rosacea worsens with time if left untreated. It is often mistaken for acne or eczema, or some other skin allergy. While rosacea cannot be cured, medical treatments are available that can control or eliminate its various signs and symptoms.... more
Teanoosh Zadeh, MD

Montreal Plastic Surgeon
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Is It Safe for a Woman with Rosacea to Have a Face and Necklift?

I have performed Face Lifts for well over 20 years including on patients with Rosacea. Rosacea is a sub-clinical inflammation, of the skin but isn't a contraindication for a Face Lift.
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea patients safe to have facelift

Go ahead and schedule your facelift! It may flare up due to the stress of the surgery, but should subside in no time. Kind regards, Dr. H
Gary M. Horndeski, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon
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Facelift

It is safe; however, please inform your board certified specialist. You may want to get any presurgical recommendations to prevent any flareups.
Kimberly Lee, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea and facelift

I would definitely recommend that you discuss this issue with your surgeon. However, if your rosacea is well-controlled, there shouldn't be any contraindications to your having a facelift for this one issue. Make sure that you tell him/her what medications you are taking to control your rosacea as well. He or she may want to make some adjustments prior to surgery. Good luck!
Anureet K. Bajaj, MD

Oklahoma City Plastic Surgeon

www.bajajplasticsurgery.com

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Rosacea

There is no problem with going ahead. You may get a flareup and you might want to consult with your dermatologist about any pre surgical recommendations.
Michael L. Schwartz, MD

West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

www.palmbeachface.com

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Rosacea and facelift

Controlled rosacea would not prevent you from undergoing face or neck lift. SInce rosacea can be exacerbated by emotional stress, it is possible that you will have a flare up after surgery but this would be transient.
Robert L. Kraft, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea and Face lifting?

Thank you for the question. Yes it should be safe to undergo facelift surgery with well-controlled rosacea. Make sure your doctor is aware of the condition and of any medications you may be on. Best wishes.
Tom J. Pousti, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea should not prevent Facelift in Most Cases

Hi there- Unless your rosacea is an extreme case, there should be no reason it compromises your surgeon's ability to safely perform a facelift for you. Make sure you communicate your diagnosis and any medications (including topicals) with them.
Armando Soto, MD

Orlando Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea and facelift

There should be no issue undergoing facelift surgery with "normal" rosacea - a very common skin disorder. Out-of-control inflammation should be treated first though. I have noted some additional oozing during the surgery. Interestingly, bruising and recovery after surgery is usually not increased.
Frank P. Fechner, MD

Worcester Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drfechner.com

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Rosacea should be at bay before facelift surgery

Facelift surgery is generally safe in the setting of rosacea provided that the inflammation is under control. I would not recommend surgery if topical steroids are being used as these can impair wound healing. Klaron (sodium sulfacetamide) is a prescription strength lotion that can dramatically improve the rosacea - be sure to be guided by a board certified dermatologist to prepare your skin optimally. Then, always seek the expertise of an experienced board certified plastic surgeon for best... more
Ariel N. Rad, MD, PhD

Baltimore Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea and Facelift

Rosacea should not interfere with your facelift. Just make sure your surgeon is aware of your condition and any medications you are taking for it.
Karol A. Gutowski, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Safe to get a Face Lift with Rosacea

Dear BrookeinCO- You should be able to have a facelift with rosacea. As you know, stress may cause a flare up of rosacea, so the surgical procedures you undergo may have a big effect on you, or not. It's important to point this out to your plastic surgeon before surgery, so that any flare up can be diagnosed and not be considered an infection, allergy, or something else. Your thin skin should be manageable as well, and you may benefit from different facelift... more
Roy Kim, MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon
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Rosacea and a facelift

It is safe to have a facelift performed if you have rosacea. But, you will find that you are happier with the results and more comfortable during the recovery period if the rosacea is treated before surgery. In my practice patients with rosacea will have several treatments with a V-Beam laser prior to surgery to address rosacea.
Michael Law, MD

Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon

michaellawmd.com

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