Best Age for First Facelift?

You're right to suggest that
waiting to undergo facelift until physical aging is advanced is not ideal.
However, it's important to note that each person is different. Genetics and a
host of lifestyle factors can determine the rate at which we age -- so while 60
may be too late for some, it may be right in the "sweet spot" for
others. I hope this answers your question.

Thanks for your astute question.
Many people spend a lot of time wondering about the "best" age for
facelift surgery, but the reality is that everyone ages at different rates.
Therefore, 60 may indeed be the perfect age for some people to have a facelift.
When evaluating a patient, I look at several different factors including the
overall health of the patient and his or her level of facial aging. Although
some people are ready for facelift as early as their 40s, others are great
candidates in their 60s. It's also worth noting that facelift surgery doesn't
freeze the aging process. Over time, the structures of the face will still fall
and sag. However, facelift patients still look younger than their peers for
many years. You make a good assertion in thinking about prevention, though, and
surgeons do find it to be true that a surgery performed once signs of aging are
very advanced won't be as effective as one performed sooner. I hope this helped
to clear things up.

That’s a great question! Genetics and your personal lifestyle are the greatest factors in facial aging. Regardless of age, a person with facial skin laxity and volume loss may be a good candidate for a facelift. Some people prefer to have even mild aging changes treated surgically or non-surgically, starting in their 30s or 40s, while others wait until their 50s or later. The sooner you begin your facial rejuvenation journey, the better. In your youth, skincare is a priority. Then you may consider nonsurgical options such as fillers or neurotoxins. When you finally decide on surgery, you will have a better result if you’ve been taking care of your skin since your youth. From a medical standpoint, while most patients who have a facelift are in their 50s and 60s, there is no age limit for this procedure. A patient who goes through early menopause or a massive weight loss journey may benefit from a facelift in their early 40s, while a healthy and active 80-year-old may still be a good surgical candidate. Your surgeon will base your personal timetable on your goals, circumstances, and health. As always, I advise patients to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in facial surgery and find someone you connect with and trust. Good Luck!

The most appropriate time to consider a facelift is when premature sagging or skin excess visible on your face, neck or brow starts to impair your self-esteem and confidence. This is usually between the ages of 40 and 65 years, but it may be earlier or later. Once these changes have set in, there are a number of logical reasons why it is beneficial to perform surgery earlier rather than unnecessarily delay it. This is because delaying surgery can cause unnecessary loss of skin texture in the future and becomes a concern, or, when delayed, the surgery required becomes more involved and anaesthesia can become more of a risk. Performing surgery earlier means that the required changes will be more subtle

Thanks for the question. There's no age limit or ideal age for Facelift. However, patients must be over 18 years of age.

When is the ideal time for a facelift?   The short  answer - for most patients it’s in their 50's.
Of course it is not as simple as that. Everyone ages at a different rate, depending on their life style, genetics and general health.  In my 30 year experience as a facelift surgeon, having performed thousands of facelifts I have developed certain specific guidelines. 

If the patient has determined that she or he will undergo a facelift at some point in their life, than the ideal time for a facelift is whenever I see some specific signs of aging in their face that represent certain underlying anatomic changes.

For most patients that happens at some point in their 50's.  In these patients the first facelift can result in a natural and beautiful result that can last for many years.

Seek out an experienced and talented facelift expert for an in person evaluation to determine if you are ready for your first facelift.  

That’s an excellent and frequently asked question by many patients. Typically, patients used to have facelifts in their mid 50s and into their sixties. However, the recent trend has been to have the procedure at an early stage in order to prevent these aging changes of becoming advanced. While also making it less obvious that the patient underwent cosmetic surgery because the effects will not be as drastic and instead, the patient will look rejuvenated and will have a much more natural appearance. However, ultimately, plastic surgery is definitely a very personal choice that should not be taken lightly and that is something that you do for yourself and you decide what will improve your quality of life.

Thank you for your question. This is really not age-related. When you show features that would benefit from a face lift, then it is reasonable to explore the possibilities. These would include, neck banding, jowling, deep marionette lines and a flat mid face.  See a surgeon who can computer image you. That way you can see what is realistic to expect.
Best wishes.

I agree that the best time to do a facelift is at a younger age. The skin is relatively tighter and healthier. It will also give you a chance for a longer longevity of the facelift.
Imperative to when to do it, is how to care for your skin pre and postop. I urge my patients to be evaluated by my aesthetician to get started on a pre-op regiment to be modified and continued postop.
There are other adjunctive procedures to be done to improve the healing and result. These can be done at the end fo the surgery (face/neck, eyes forehead, etc):
Fraxel Repair
PRP injection and microneedling followed by O2/liquid vitamins and minerals sprayed on the tissue.
All of this will make the first facelift last longer! Good luck!

Everyone ages at a different rate, there isn't an age limit for a facelift as long as the patient is in good health. The best time is when you feel ready and want to rejuvenate your face and feel good about yourself. Be sure to see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. Good luck!

Great question and this is something I am asked a lot. I always tell patients that they know its right for them when they are ready. When they are bothered enough and want to make a change. What I have found over the years is that younger is better. As you age you loose elasticity, you require more lifting and tightening and your results can be more dramatic. A lot of my patients do not want everyone to know they had a lift, and they prefer to do the procedure younger. With that being said, honestly, whenever you feel like you would like the procedure is a great start to know when you should have it done.