Sagging face - how to tighten skin?

i am really not enjoying how my face sags. i am only 46 and already seeing more sagging then my mother had at age 55! is this correctable at my age? will i need a face lift?

2 answers to “Sagging face - how to tighten skin?”

A: Facelift or Thermage

Gregory Turowski, MD, PhD

The most recommended procedure to take care of the sagging facial skin would be a facelift. Facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure to improve visible signs of aging on the face and neck. As individuals age, the skin and muscles of the face region begin to lose tone. The facelift cannot stop the... more

A: Facelift

David Shafer, MD

The gold-standard for sagging facial skin is a facelift. Without seeing pictures and/or examining you, it is hard to say with certainty. However, if you have loose sagging skin, then you need a facelift. Other products and treatments are available. However, these work best for mild wrinkles and skin... more

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