What are potential facelift side effects?

Facelift is a surgical procedure to improve the visible signs of aging on the face and neck. Every surgical procedure involves a certain amount of risk and it is important that you understand these risks and the possible complications associate with them; 1. Bleeding: it is possible to experience bleeding... more

Although there are a myriad of complications with any given procedure, including shaving, the most common side effects with a facelift include flap loss, loss of skin, thickened or unsightly scars, nerve injury, and hematoma. The risk of these complications is relatively low but can be increased in men, by a... more

Face lift side effects will depend on the type of facelift that is performed. Face lifts exist on a continuum from the mini-facelift which can be performed rather quickly and with minimal morbidity to more extensive face lifts for more extensive aging changes. Though the risks are generally the same with any... more

Potential side effects from a face-lift can be related to the anesthesia, such as nausea and vomiting in the first 24 hours after the surgery. Other complications include: Hematoma or puddling of blood beneath the skin in the neck Motor and sensory nerve loss Infection Poor healing Each one of these occurs... more

The best way to limit your risk of side effects with facelift surgery, is choosing a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon, certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  Facelift sugery can do many things safely, but there are always risk to consider.  Any surgery has risk of bleeding... more