Facelift and stroke - can I have a facelift using sedation and not general anesthesia?

June 15, 2025
Asked By:Sensible285317 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina

3.5 yrs ago had stroke resulting in limited mobility. Walk unaided at home, aide accompanies me going anywhere to prevent falls. Recently my eyelid on affected side spasms and will not fully open. I also have RA, under tx. I am considering Botox, for eyelid (medical) & cosmetic reasons. I really prefer facelift. Can I do this using sedation, not general, for safety reasons?

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June 27, 2025

Answer: Does facelift require general anesthesia administered?

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
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Answer: Does facelift require general anesthesia administered?

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 27, 2025

Answer: Facelift

Zeshaan Maan, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 27, 2025

Answer: Facelift

Zeshaan Maan, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 27, 2025

Answer: Sedation and anesthesia

Thomas Spalla, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
June 27, 2025

Answer: Sedation and anesthesia

Thomas Spalla, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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