I am a 57-year-old losing weight and my goal is 50lbs.

Small amounts of weight change prior to surgery are inconsequential, however, substantial fluctuations in weight can alter the surgical plan. In this case, I think it is absolutely best to lose the weight prior to the face lift operation. Significant weight loss will not only increase the amount of skin laxity present but can unmask significant issues with bone structure and facial volume. Following weight loss your surgeon may realize an unforeseen need for facial fat injections or a facial implant (e.g. chin implant). Congratulations on your ambitious goals and I wish you the very best.

Hello, Thank you for your question. If you are considering a significant weight loss in a short period of time I think that face lift surgery should be performed later.The healing process and the postoperative outcome are better in the operations performed within the normal body mass index. Best Regards. Bora Ok, MD - Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgeon

Thank you for your photo and your question. Congratulations on the beginning a weight loss journey, that is a major accomplishment. I think the best investment is definitely surgery after you have lost the weight. A lower facelift includes lifting the cheeks, contouring the jawline, and tightening the neck. Although this is more pricey initially it will give you the most long lasting results. Hope this helps.

Thank you for your question. If you intend to lose a significant amount of weight, I highly recommend that you do so before your procedure. Significant weight-loss after a facelift can lead to fat loss of the face and/or excess skin which can impact the result of your procedure. I recommend discussing your weight-loss plans with your surgeon as well. Best of luck!

Hello, thank you for your question and congratulations on your weight loss journey! Since you are getting a facelift, I would definitely wait until you have achieved your weight loss goal, or feel confident in what you have lost. Any significant weight loss (or gain) shows in the face, so bare that in mind. I would also bring this question to the board-certified surgeon you are using for your procedure, as they will have the best insight. Good luck!

If you intend to lose a not so little amount of weight, it might be best to wait to have your surgery. Substantial amounts of weight loss can cause changes in the facial appearance and structure. After the weight loss, assessment of the amount of extra skin to be removed will be more clear. And any hollowness or volume loss to the face can also be improved along with your facelift. Hope this helps,Ali Rıza Öreroğlu, MD FEBOPRASEuropean and Turkish Board Certified Aesthetic, Plastic and Reconstructive SurgeonIstanbul, Turkey

Thank you for your question, and congratulations on considering having a facelift. Your question is one that we hear quite often from our patients. I typically will recommend that if a patient is considering weight loss, they should do this before having a facelift. The reason for this is that weight loss after surgery can cause loosening of the skin of the face and neck, which can compromise your results. That being said, though, as long as you're healthy you can have a facelift while maintaining your current weight. I would consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon who specializes in facelifts. Here you will have a full evaluation and be able to discuss your goals for surgery I hope that this helps!–David Gilpin

I much prefer that a patient reach their goal weight prior to facial rejuvenation surgery. The facelift will then be pulling much loser skin. Best Wishes!!

it would be a much better idea for you to lose all of your weight, and be at a stable weight, for several months prior to having your facelift. A certain amount of skin tightening and deep tissue lifting is done at the time of a facelift. If the volume of your face shrinks more after your facelift you may not be happy with the smoothness of your skin. Discuss this with your plastic surgeon but I’m almost certain that your surgeon will recommend you get to a normal weight, and be stable at that weight for a couple months prior to considering your facelift.

HI 22NoahMason22,Thanks for sharing your question with us,You will notice that you may have sagging skin and tissue after weight loss, the skin and muscle will need to be tightened after significant weight loss.As a result it would be advisable to wait until you have reached your optimum weight and have stabilised in your weight.Consult with your chosen surgeon, who will be able to advise you at your consultation.Hope this helpsAll the best and keep up the good work