I am hearing that a lot of facelifts don't last past 5 years. Is this true?

There is a lot of variability in how long a facelift lasts. Also having a facelift doesn’t mean you stop the aging process. I have redone facelifts after five years but for most it will be 10 or more

As a Los Angeles-based double board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in facial plastic surgery, I want to emphasize that while we can't guarantee how long the results will last, most of my patients get 10-15 years. Various factors will continue to contribute to aging, such as diet, genetics, lifestyle, and skincare. The deep plane facelift not only targets skin laxity but also repositions tissue affected by time and gravity, restoring volume loss. From my experience, this procedure offers long-lasting rejuvenation. Additionally, in my practice, we take a comprehensive approach, providing post-op laser care and a customized skincare regimen for every facelift to address incisions, texture, and complexion.

Hello! Thank you for your question.
As far as I can understand from your question , the important thing here is to continue with the right surgeon and doing the applications told to you regularly after the operation will increase the duration of permanence. Facelift is permanent for 10 - 15 years with the right surgeon and the right care.
It would be better face to face consultation.
Best Regards!

As with many things in medicine and surgery.... it depends. A few years ago, the Lifestyle Lift (skin only lift) was a chain of facial rejuvenation practices that were attactive due to a low cost, local anesthetic and short operative time. The results lasted for about 1-2 years.
For the last 30 years, we have known that a facelift involving the SMAS layer is necessary to create more durable results. Trying to understand the minutia of each SMAS procedure can be dizzying but I believe the take home message is that you want a surgeon that is going to address the SMAS plane. In my opinion, I think a High SMAS or Deep plane facelift will provide the most natural, durable results that can last for 10-20 years.

Hi Amy,
This is a common question! I wish that I could provide a more solid answer, however, the reality is that it really depends. The best thing that you can do on your facelift journey is seek out a reputable, board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in facial rejuvenation and with examples of results that best reflect your goals for yourself. In my practice, patients undergoing their first deep-plane facelift typically "rewind the aging clock" by 10-15 years. This means that results shouldn't necessarily "expire" and as you age, having had the procedure should always allow you to appear more youthful at any age than you would without it. That being said, a facelift does not stop the aging process all together and each person ages differently. For example, a patient with naturally thicker skin who maintains their results with skin care, etc. may notice a longer lasting result.

This is a complex question as longevity is not just the surgery itself. Results involve the quality and elasticity of the skin as well as following post op care instructions and using sunscreen at least once per day. Other factors than can effect longevity are genetics, diet and smoking.

A properly done deep plane facelift/necklift can last 20-25 years. This reverses some of the facial descent and laxity that has occurred. Facial aging resumes after the surgery (due to muscle pull and gravity). I truly believe that the results can last a long time if done correctly by a board-eligible or board-certified plastic surgeon by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Thank You for your query. There are many factors that determine the longevity of a facelift. These include, your age and condition of your skin, weight loss or gain before or after the surgery and also the techniques used. Most face-lifts done well at your age should last for ten years or so. Please find an experienced board certified plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

You must recheck your source to find out exactly what type of face lift they are reporting.! Facelift, based on the SMAS technique should have an average longevity of 8-12 years depending on patient's biology and aging pattern. In-person consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon, an expert in face lifts, would help. Good luck.

Yes, facelifts can last 10 - 15 years. A facelifts corrects the laxity of the fat pads and their supporting structures underneath the skin, by resuspending / repositioning them to a more youthful location. The duration of a facelift depends mostly on the facelift technique and rate of aging after the facelift. A simple skin lift will not last very long and will often create issues. A good SMAS lift can last closer the 10 year mark, sometimes longer, and the deep plane is typically considered to have the best longevity. If the technique is poor, tissues may be suspended under tension, and so drop down sooner than expected. However, if the technique is good, we will have successfully reset their position, and the patient will look younger with the tissues holding nicely by natural healing forces.Unfortunately, time will continue to tick, and a facelift does not prevent aging. With a good facelift the tissues will continue to drop at the same rate as they would without a facelift, so 10 years after a facelift, you will look 10 years older than you did right after that facelift. Bone and fat volume loss contribute greatly to this aging process as well, as they lead to "deflation" and loss of facial fullness / support. Skin changes with loss of collagen and elastin will also continue to occur. These all depend on many factors like diet, skin care, sun/smoking, genetics, etc ...So to sum it up, yes facelifts can last that long if done well, but the aging process will continue. However, with a good facelift, in 10 years you will still look better than you would if you did not have one. I hope that makes sense. I personally prefer the deep plane approach as I feel I can get more natural results with better longevity. Good luck!