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What Are the Pros and Cons of a Face Lift?

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Pros and Cons of Facelift

Facelift is the "gold standard" for facial rejuvenation. A well planned facial rejuvenation incorporates various techniques, including fillers and resurfacing, as most appropriate for each individual patient. The "pros" of Facelift, as a surgical correction include the most effective, powerful and enduring technique to remove excess skin and lift drooping skin of the face, jawline and neck. The "cons" include cost, undergoing a surgical... more

Paul C. Zwiebel, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon

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Pros & Cons to Facelift Surgery

As a Cosmetic Oculofacial (Speciaizing in Eyelid and Facelift Surgery) Plastic Surgeon practicing for 15 years, this question requires time and detailed understanding. In th right candidate, a facelift procedure is the ideal procedure to lift sagging skin, loose neck and improve the apearance of jowls. I will provide a video response to help you understand the answer to your question. see video

Amiya Prasad, MD

New York Oculoplastic Surgeon

Face lifts - my thoughts in Santa Barbara

Aging of the face affects each patient individually and therefore, consideration of any facial rejuvenation is a very personal decision. The facelift procedure, or rhytidectomy, addresses many aspects of the aging face in order to restore a refreshed, more youthful appearance. Areas of concern may be varied or specific. Commonly, the regions of the jowls and cheeks are of particular interest to patients. With age, there is a loss of the youthful volume in the mid-face region in most patients... more

Adam David Lowenstein, MD

Santa Barbara Plastic Surgeon

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The good, the bad, and the natural facelift

Every cosmetic treatment has its pros and cons; facelift surgery is no exception. The surgery is very safe and effective in skilled hands, such as those of a board certified ( The American Board of Plastic Surgery) Plastic Surgeon. The clear advantage of facelift surgery is a longer lasting, more definitive correction of aging-related problems, often with results lasting for more than 5 to 10 years. Current techniques are extremely advance with more results for a lesser down time. The... more

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Julius W. Few, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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The Upside and Downside of the Facelift

Starting with the cons: You will need to put your life "on hold" for about 2 weeks while you are healing. This takes some planning for most people to be out of the public eye for this period of time. Secondly, it can be expensive depending on what combination of procedures you have done. Third, you could end up with an "overdone" look, so be very careful in picking your surgeon. Now looking at the pros: The first most obvious is the feeling of a new lease on life,... more

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Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD

San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

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Why and when to consider a facelift

Let's consider the downside first: expense and recovery time, and fear of looking overdone and fake. Advanced techniques have really minimized recovery time, and a more natural look is the norm these days. The benefits of a facelift are that it does what no nonsurgical procedure does to restore a more youthful and healthy appearance. The key is to think of it as a 3-dimensional operation, rather than simply pulled and tightened skin.

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Richard Baxter, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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Pros and Cons of a Facelift

A facelift is a significant procedure that to some extent reverses the effect of gravity. Any procedure has its risks, and these have to be balanced against its potential benefits. The question cannot be answered well without first examining you - because every patient is different in terms of what their risks are, and what they are hoping to achieve with the operation. A surgeon who is experienced in facelift surgery would be able to turn the clock back 10 or more years, and... more

Wilfred Brown, MD

Fairfield Plastic Surgeon

ASAPS

Pros and cons of face lifting

The facelift procedure is one of the most dramatic procedures an individual can undergo, it helps to restore the basic balance to the aging face, by softening the jowls and redefining the neck line. The cons are it needs to be performed in a fully licensed and accredited surgery center, not a back room. This is important to reduce chances of infection, and manage potential complications such as bleeding. Choose your doctor carefully, they should specialize in the face. Ask to see... more

Brian Maloney, MD

Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon

Faclift is a great way to look younger, but may not be enough.

The easiest way to answer this question is to give a short version of a typical infommercial. The punch line would be to turn the clock back, look ten years younger, reverse the signs of aging and so on.... The problem is that most patients come in and their main concerns are not necessarily very specific. People live longer, they have more productive lifestyles, eat healthier, and our energy levels are maintained better then our appearance. People look in the mirror and see thier father, more

Boris Volshteyn, MD, MS

Reno Plastic Surgeon

Facelift pro's and con's

A facelift is designed to turn back the hands of time. With a facelift, you can look years younger, more alert, and healthier. A facelift can refine your natural attributes, remove wrinkles and frown lines, and counter the effects of gravity and aging. In addition to tightening skin and removing wrinkles, facelift procedures also address adding volume to areas that aging has hollowed out. Attention may also be needed to the eyes and neck. Any cosmetic surgery has... more

C. Bob Basu, MD

Houston Plastic Surgeon

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Pro's and Con's of a Face Lift

Pros: Provides excellent rejuvenation of the lower part of the face and upper neck, shaving 10+ years off one's appearance Incisions can be well disguised and almost invisible Safe when done by the right person with the right training and in the right situation Healing time that is not too too long, 7-14 days Not painful Totally natural appearance when done by the right surgeon (look at lots of before and after photos to make sure your goal for... more

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John Bitner, MD

Salt Lake City Facial Plastic Surgeon

Facelift

When performed well, this procedure can address so many of the stigmata of aging with lasting results. I feel it is a better rejuvenation tool and investment than repeated fillers. The down side is that it requires a skilled physician to deliver natural looking results. No one ever want to see a broad scar in front of the ear and a pulled tight look. The obvious downside also is that this is your face. Every millimeter counts. It's also not unusual to... more

Jason R. Hess, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

ASPS

Benefits depend upon you

The benefits,risks and limitations depend upn the type of procedure.for instance,quick,segemental lifts have essentially no complications. lifts of larger areas involve more risks but with greater benefits-ask your surgeon

Cap Lesesne, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

ASPS

Pros and Cons of A Facelift

The pros of a facelift (with the caveat of a being performed by a well trained surgeon): Improved neckline and jawline Improved jowl formation More youthful configuration to face Provide long lasting rejuvenation to neck and face Cons of a facelift: Incisions can result in poor scarring (can be minimized with a well trained surgeon) Downtime (different techniques can offer different amounts of downtime) Risks (although significantly less in... more

Anil R. Shah, MD

Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon

Face Lift

The pros for the surgery is that this surgery will provided with the most dramatic results for rejuvenation in your face, more tha any othe procedure. The Cons is that all the complication for a surgery shoud be consider. the Cons will also vary with the experience of the surgeon, your helath etc... I hope this information help you...Than You

Alejandro J. Quiroz, M.D.

Mexico Plastic Surgeon

ASAPS

Face lift Pros and Cons

Generally speaking the pros of a face lift are a more dramatic and complete rejuvenation of the the cheeks, jowls, and neck encompassed in a single procedure that if done well makes the patient look younger without the "windblown," artificial look. Among the cons are it is an invasive surgical procedure that takes time to perform and usually requires a deeper level of anesthesia. These factors usually incur a greater financial investment on the part of the patient.... more

Christopher J. Schaffer, MD

Birmingham Plastic Surgeon

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The Pros outweigh the Cons - if you want to lift sagging tissue and rejuvenate your neck/jawline

A facelift or rhytidectomy can be a great option for someone who wants to rejuvenate their neck and jawline. Pros: It is a surgical procedure that "lifts" the sagging tissues of the neck and can change ones appearance. When preformed by a highly trained surgeon, it can refresh and rejuvenate the face. Cons: As with all surgical procedures, there are risks involved. The most common risk is a collection of blood under the skin that is easily treated. A full... more

Babak Azizzadeh, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Upside and Downside

The upside of facelifts: Youthful rejuvenation of the jawline and neck. More longterm correction The downside of facelifts It is surgery Unacceptable result

Earl Stephenson Jr., MD, DDS

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

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In the right patient, a facelift is an excellent option!

There are many components to facial aging. This includes descent of the skin and underlying tissues along with some skin excess. Additionally, volume loss may be a key component as well as photoaging of the skin. Full facial rejuvenation may address all of these components. A facelift is only one component. You should seek a consultation with an ASAPS member to help determine which path or paths is best for you to take.

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Sanjay Grover MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift pros and cons

Excellent question, but the answer is variable, and highly dependent upon patient and surgeon. From the patient standpoint, your age, your lifestyle, components of facial aging (skin textural vs. soft tissue contours), and how you feel about individual features of your aging affect YOUR pros and cons. From the surgeon standpoint, his or her aesthetic sense, technical ability, knowledge, judgement, and surgical suite/operating facility affect the pros and cons. Pros and Cons... more

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Steve Laverson, MD

San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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Advantages and disadvantages of facelift

Facelift procedures are designed to rejuvenate the face and correct or reverse the signs of facial aging. A thorough understanding of all the pros and cons requires in depth consultation with an experienced plastic surgeon, who will advise you on the best course of treatment for you.

Olivia Hutchinson, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon

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A good facelift lifts the spirit!!

When a patient inquires about facial rejuvenation, facelifting is one possible option. To understand one's needs better it is wise to understand that aging of the face takes it's toll on the skin, the muscle, the fat, and the bone of the face. The best facelift is one that addresses all four areas adequately. A good preoperative analysis by an experienced facelift surgeon will help you make a good decision regarding a facelift and other possible interventions (lase... more

Manish H. Shah, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon

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Why is a facelift right for me? #fb

A facelift is a wonderful surgical procedure to enhance the appearance of the lower face and neck. Patients with droopy jowls, loose neck skin, bands in their neck, and fullness under the chin are excellent candidates for a facelift. The key to providing a youthful, rejuvenated appearance is to keep things looking natural and unoperated. The recovery after a facelift is approximately 2 weeks and most patients are social at this point.

Etai Funk, MD

Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

Facelift addresses the jawline and neck

Facelifts are the option for patients with significant jowls and neck issues. Lasers and fillers are all great alternatives to improve the skin and restore facial volume. But for significant improvement in the jawline and excess redundant neck skin, facelift can give a noticeable but natural-looking result. Very few alternatives to facelift exist to dramatically make a difference with loose neck skin & muscle. Prior to moving forward with a facelift... more

Yael Halaas, MD

Manhattan Facial Plastic Surgeon

Facelift in the right person is all Pro's!! The cons are worth it!

Facelift is a wonderful procedure to establish a younger loooking person at many ages. The results are excellent and they typically last for 8-20 years depending on the skin quality of the patient. The younger individual will typically start to see jowls and fullness or looseness of the skin of the neck below the chin and increase depression of the nasolabial folds. In the older individual the skin excess and descent of the soft tissue is more extreme all over. ... more