What is the real reason so many drs discourage having a FL in your 40s? Does it compromise integrity of the tissues?

January 30, 2024
Asked By:Beautiful41860 in Brothers, Oregon

Other than the fact that I'll likely want another FL in my 50s and 60s--- that reason aside --- is there any reason to not get one in my 40s? I actually think I will be okay with only having one in my lifetime, and I'd rather look good in my 40s than in my 50s. But I have lots of volume still, and decent skin, but do have sagging. Is there anything about having a properly done FL that could cause me to age worse than I otherwise would have (since skin is separated from muscle)?

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February 15, 2024

Answer: Facelift in your 40's is fine

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Tyler Okland, MDFacial Plastic Surgeon, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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February 15, 2024

Answer: Facelift in your 40's is fine

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February 19, 2024

Answer: Facelift in Your 40's?

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February 19, 2024

Answer: Facelift in Your 40's?

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