I'm almost 23 years old. My skin has very little volume. My cheeks sag and give me hollow tear troughs, flat cheeks, heavy lower face with nasolabial folds, marrionette lines and sagging skin around the mouth. I look sad and very harsh in some light. I've been to several dermatologist and they don't know why my skin is like this. It has been recommended by several Plastic surgeons to get a mid face lift. Would getting a face lift this young cause problems with getting a lift in my when I'm older? Are there any other options? Thanks!
Answer: Midfacelift or cheeklift at a young age There are two reasons to have a cheeklift or midface lift. The most common is facial aging with drooping of the midfacial tissues. The other is to restructure the face. This is needed in some young patients whose volume sits very low on their face and has nothing to do with aging. Usually this type of syurgery is accompanied by a deliberate change in very sad appearing eyes, or eyes that bulge excessively, etc. It is an unusual procedure and of course pictures are worth a 1000 words... Be very careful before undergoing any cosmetic surgery, especially surgery that is controversial.
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Answer: Midfacelift or cheeklift at a young age There are two reasons to have a cheeklift or midface lift. The most common is facial aging with drooping of the midfacial tissues. The other is to restructure the face. This is needed in some young patients whose volume sits very low on their face and has nothing to do with aging. Usually this type of syurgery is accompanied by a deliberate change in very sad appearing eyes, or eyes that bulge excessively, etc. It is an unusual procedure and of course pictures are worth a 1000 words... Be very careful before undergoing any cosmetic surgery, especially surgery that is controversial.
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Answer: Facelift at a young age A good plastic surgeon’s goal is to deliver natural-looking results by enhancing and improving upon what one naturally has, using the technique that is the safest and easiest. If surgery is the best technique to obtain a patient’s goal, then it will be used. But often times with younger people, there are non-surgical, non-invasive options that are easier and will do a better job at preserving and enhancing one’s natural beauty. Unnecessarily doing surgery on someone young can create unnatural results, which may lead to more surgeries/revisions. That being said, a recent study noted longer lasting result in early middle age vs late middle age/elderly.
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Answer: Facelift at a young age A good plastic surgeon’s goal is to deliver natural-looking results by enhancing and improving upon what one naturally has, using the technique that is the safest and easiest. If surgery is the best technique to obtain a patient’s goal, then it will be used. But often times with younger people, there are non-surgical, non-invasive options that are easier and will do a better job at preserving and enhancing one’s natural beauty. Unnecessarily doing surgery on someone young can create unnatural results, which may lead to more surgeries/revisions. That being said, a recent study noted longer lasting result in early middle age vs late middle age/elderly.
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April 1, 2010
Answer: Mid-face lift in a 23 year old Hi there- It would be difficult to answer your question without an examination, but generally speaking it sounds like you would benefit more from a procedure designed to improve the volume and shape of the face. Seek a surgeon certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery and visit for a consultation. Here's some advice on how to find one you like and can trust:
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April 1, 2010
Answer: Mid-face lift in a 23 year old Hi there- It would be difficult to answer your question without an examination, but generally speaking it sounds like you would benefit more from a procedure designed to improve the volume and shape of the face. Seek a surgeon certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery and visit for a consultation. Here's some advice on how to find one you like and can trust:
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March 30, 2010
Answer: Facial contouring, micro fat grafting, face lifting, botox it is uncommon for someone at the age of 23 to have a facelifting procedure- BUT- The Surgeon needs to focus on your concerns and address them with the best procedure(s). There are many ways to shape the face and provide a more youthful, aesthetic appearance. You may try a more conservative approach- with fillers or fat grafting and procede with a lifting procedure in the future. With Warm Regards.
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March 30, 2010
Answer: Facial contouring, micro fat grafting, face lifting, botox it is uncommon for someone at the age of 23 to have a facelifting procedure- BUT- The Surgeon needs to focus on your concerns and address them with the best procedure(s). There are many ways to shape the face and provide a more youthful, aesthetic appearance. You may try a more conservative approach- with fillers or fat grafting and procede with a lifting procedure in the future. With Warm Regards.
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March 21, 2010
Answer: Facelift at a young age It is unusual to need a facelift at your age unless you have a very specific diagnosed skin condition and I assume that you don't because you have seen dermatologists. I would advise you to see a couple of board certified plastic surgeons for a complete evaluation. You may be a candidate for fillers ( Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse). To answer the question you asked. Let's say you did require a facelift, this would not preclude you from getting a facelift later. Prevention would be helpful in the way of a good skin care program but the aging process still continues. Good Luck.
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March 21, 2010
Answer: Facelift at a young age It is unusual to need a facelift at your age unless you have a very specific diagnosed skin condition and I assume that you don't because you have seen dermatologists. I would advise you to see a couple of board certified plastic surgeons for a complete evaluation. You may be a candidate for fillers ( Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse). To answer the question you asked. Let's say you did require a facelift, this would not preclude you from getting a facelift later. Prevention would be helpful in the way of a good skin care program but the aging process still continues. Good Luck.
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