If I have a Facelift, will my eyes go up at the sides - making me look oriental?

No, but you might look Asian. Sorry, but my daughter the PhD in English would say "Rugs are oriental; people are Asian." So with that out of the way, I will answer your question seriously.Facelift surgery virtually never pulls up the corners of the eyes, but eyelid surgery done at the same time as facelift certainly can. So if you are only having a facelift, the answer is a resounding and very reliable "No!"VAT is not added in the USA, but you can and should receive a complete cost quote at the time of your plastic surgical consultation. Make sure it includes the surgical facility charges, the cost if your surgeon takes an "extra" 15 minutes or hour to complete your surgery (yes, there are additional charges and you will receive a bill later), and who pays for touch-up or revisionary surgery, including complications such as bleeding. If your budget is so fixed as to be bargain-shopping, you may wish to reconsider having elective surgery. Thinking "Nothing will happen to me" is a time-honored way to ignore the cost (both in time and dollars) of suboptimal outcomes from budget surgeons or wannabee "cosmetic surgeons" that are not fully-trained ABPS-certified plastic surgeons (why do you think they charge less?) or complications.Healing is itself stimulating collagen, so you don't "need" extras. Spend your time and hard-earned limited dollars on the best and most experienced ABPS-certified plastic surgeon you can find. Best wishes! Dr. Tholen 

A facelift really shouldn't change the orientation of the eyes.  I would recommend speaking to a board certified plastic surgeon about your concerns, goals, and budget for surgery.  They can tailor a treatment plan in line with your expectation and budget.  All the best, 

There's no reason why a properly executed facelift will leave you with change in orientation of your eyes. After the specific procedures are chosen that are proper for your particular aesthetic problems the surgeon will give you the cost of the procedure.

Facelift should not change the eyelid shape and often it improves the lower eyelid slightly. All the costs are discussed in advance and there should not be an addition surgery fees. You should discuss your concerns with the surgeon whom you choose.Good Luck.

Thank you for your question.  If you are doing a facelift to address the lower face/neck region, then an isolated facelift should not affect the direction of the eyes.  As for the cost, I would recommend you ask your surgeon's office that you are in need of the total cost before proceeding.  There are some additional costs after the procedure for things like medications, dressings, scar therapy gels/creams, etc.  I would also ask what is the policy should a complication arise that requires operative intervention.

Thank you for your quesion.  No, a facelift should not change the position of the eyelids, nor leave you with a "pulled" or windswept look.  Be sure to consult with a board certified facial plastic surgeon or general plastic surgeon who specializes in facelifts.  Be sure you have a good rapport with your surgeon, and that all of your questions are answered. Good luck, and I hope that this helps!-David Gilpin 

It is not likely that the corners of the eyes will have a pulled look with facelift.  The other questions you have are best addressed at the time of your consultation, as all practices do things different with regards to pricing and what is included.

Thanks for your question. If the facelift is performed correctly, there will be no change in your eyes. Procedures such as eyelid surgery or a browlift will alter the appearance of the eyes. Please be sure to find a board certified plastic surgeon. It's also credible and better if the surgeon is an active member of ASPS and/or ASAPS.

Under no circumstance should a facelift affect the shape of the patient's eyes.  Facelifts address 3 areas:1.  The malar eminence/midface2.  The jaw line3.  The neck regionIf the eye shape is affected, it normally means that and inappropriate vector or inappropriate amount of tension was used during the facelift.With respect to the quotation, it is important to discuss your financial questions with your surgeon or patient consultant so that you have a realistic understanding of all the costs involved.  Questions to ask include:1.  What is an appropriate cost for postoperative medications2.  Are there any garments that I am required to purchase3.  Are there any topical facial products that I am required to purchase4.  Are there any postoperative vitamins or supplements I am required to purchase

A properly executed facelift does not affect the eyesIs looking "oriental" a bad thing?