How to predict what a facelift will look like?

Lying on your back may give you some idea of effective re-draping the tissues. Occasionally I will do video imaging on possible facelift patients to give them some idea of what to expect. A facelift however doesn't really change your basic physical appearance just restores youth.

Lying on your back does give a pretty good "preview" of what you can expect from a facelift. But also remember that facelift surgery typically includes liposuction of the neck, tightening of the muscle under the skin, removal of excess skin, and the movement of fat back into proper position. So you may look even better than what you're seeing just lying on your back. Have a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon and review your options. I wish you all the best.

The appearance of your face and neck when you are on your back can be a good method to see how your face would look after a facelift.  If you are sitting, you could also pull back the skin in front and behind your ears to get an idea as well.  At the time of your consultation, the surgeon should also be able to show you.