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Is Deep Plane Facelift Safe for a 72 Year Old?

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KynnNov 29, 2009

I am 72 and considering a Deep Plane Facelift. I am not overweight, work out every day, but I have what is called unspecified Neutropenia with no change in test results WBC 3.4. I also have a lower than normal platelet count of 137. Is it safe for me to have the facelift?

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Dr. Jeffrey J. Roth, MD, FACS
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Dr. Vincent N. Zubowicz, MD
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