Micro facelift at 27? (Photo)

Question

Hi, I am 27 yeasold and I saw a drooping in both sides of my face, more in one of the sides. I wanna know if it's possible to do something because I am very sad about it... I really wanna improve my apparence.

Serdar Bora Bayraktaroglu, MD · Answer

At 27 years old, noticing facial drooping and asymmetry can feel distressing, but a surgical "micro facelift" is not appropriate or necessary. Facelifts correct advanced structural aging, which does not apply here. Instead, early asymmetry and mild laxity usually stem from natural anatomy or subtle volume shifts. To safely improve definition and balance:Strategic Fillers: Restore volume and symmetry.Energy-Based Tightening: RF microneedling firms mild laxity.Consult a board-certified dermatologist or facial plastic surgeon to explore gentle, non-invasive treatments tailored to your features and restore your confidence safely.

Semih Yildiz, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

At 27, a facelift or micro-facelift is usually not the first option unless there is clear skin laxity on examination. In the photos, there appears to be mild lower-face/jawline softness and some asymmetry, but the images are limited and do not show severe facial sagging.

It would be better to start with an in-person facial analysis to separate skin laxity from facial volume, jawline structure, bite/orthodontic factors, and normal asymmetry. Depending on the exam, options may include skin tightening treatments, careful filler or fat grafting, chin/jawline contour planning, or sometimes no surgery. A facelift at a young age can create scars and may not correct the concern if the main issue is anatomy rather than loose skin.

Ali Riza Öreroglu, MD · Answer

Given your young age, a lower facelift may be a suitable option; however, I cannot provide a definitive answer based solely on photographs. A physical examination is essential to fully assess the sagging and laxity in your face. This examination will help evaluate your facial structure and skin elasticity, allowing us to create the most appropriate treatment plan. This way, we can determine the most effective approach to improve your appearance.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @Thriving413379, thank you for your question. At 27 years old, you are likely too young to consider a Facelift. Before considering such an invasive procedure, it's important to explore the non-surgical options available to you. Non-surgical treatments such as Morpheus 8 or Ultherapy use Ulthrasound or radiofrequency energy which helps stimulate collagen production in the skin and ultimately provides improvement of structural features like sagging jowls or marionette lines. These procedures also don’t typically involve any fat loss. Be sure to talk openly with your doctor about all treatment options available so that together you can decide what will work best and make a non surgical protocol according to your goals and needs! Best wishes!

Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP).

Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science” Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP).

Arif Eroglu, MD · Answer

Hello; For a 27 years old; even if, it is a Micro Face Lift; it is in front of the ear, it will leave a scar and it is an unnecessary procedure. Either Temporal, it will be done from inside the hair; I recommend for Endoscopic Midface Lift or as a non-surgical option; I advise for Thermage FLX method.

Manuel Diaz, MD · Answer

Hello dear. Thanks for the photos, it's not that you can't do face lit, it's that you are too young to undergo this treatment, and you could consider less invasive treatments, such as facial contouring, fillers, bottos and many other treatments that are available nowdays. You can leave the face lit for when you are much older and really need it. good luck.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

You are not a candidate for the mini lift, but you can get improvement with Sculptra injections to add a little volume. You also can do radiofrequency for some skin tightening.

Emine Demir, MD · Answer

For your age, it’s possible to do the endoscopic deep plane eyebrow lifting with the cheek lifting to fix the nasolabiel folds,under eyes,mouth corners

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

I suggest you schedule a few in person consultations with plastic surgeons in your community to get an accurate assessment and better understanding of treatment options.
For early middle-age changes, fillers and Botox can be very helpful.
I don’t think you need a facelift.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

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