I am in my early thirties, however I have lost a not insignificant amount of weight (about 10kg) and I feel my skin has not bounced back, particularly in my cheeks and to lesser extent jaw. Is it possible to perform a face lift or fat pad repositioning? I'm a bit scared because I've heard that interrupting the tissues this young interferes with the natural ageing process and your face can look weird as time goes on. Is this true?
May 12, 2020
Answer: Facelifts performed in your 30s age poorly? There is a small population of patients who do benefit from face lifting at an earlier age. I am not aware of any good study that has been performed that indicates that an early facelift speeds the aging process, especially after one has had significant weight loss. It could also be argued that for some, creation of scar tissue resulting from a facelift surgery under the skin may slow down the aging process. As always a good exam would be required by your plastic surgeon to determine if you are a candidate and also to discuss with you implications as you get older. Other variables include the heaviness of your face, the quality of your skin, the muscles of your neck among other factors.
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May 12, 2020
Answer: Facelifts performed in your 30s age poorly? There is a small population of patients who do benefit from face lifting at an earlier age. I am not aware of any good study that has been performed that indicates that an early facelift speeds the aging process, especially after one has had significant weight loss. It could also be argued that for some, creation of scar tissue resulting from a facelift surgery under the skin may slow down the aging process. As always a good exam would be required by your plastic surgeon to determine if you are a candidate and also to discuss with you implications as you get older. Other variables include the heaviness of your face, the quality of your skin, the muscles of your neck among other factors.
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May 6, 2020
Answer: Do facelifts performed in your 30s age poorly? Typically facelift surgery is performed in patients that are in their late 40s and older. In certain circumstances a facelift can be performed in patients in their 30s. Most commonly this occurs in patients that have significant weight loss or life style and genetics have led to premature aging. See a qualified facelift specialist with years of experience and see if you are a candidate for the procedure. Less invasive procedures such as facetite and facial fillers are helpful to correct early signs of facial aging.
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May 6, 2020
Answer: Do facelifts performed in your 30s age poorly? Typically facelift surgery is performed in patients that are in their late 40s and older. In certain circumstances a facelift can be performed in patients in their 30s. Most commonly this occurs in patients that have significant weight loss or life style and genetics have led to premature aging. See a qualified facelift specialist with years of experience and see if you are a candidate for the procedure. Less invasive procedures such as facetite and facial fillers are helpful to correct early signs of facial aging.
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