I am 74 years young. Is it too late for a facelift?

Thank you for the question. It is definitely not too late to consider a facelift at age 74. What matters most is your overall health. As long as you are in good health and are active, it is reasonable to consider a facelift. I would recommend consultation with a board certified facial plastic surgeon who can help you make the decision if it is right for you.

Age by itself does not automatically rule out a facelift. The bigger questions are your overall health, blood pressure, heart and lung status, diabetes risk, smoking history, medications such as blood thinners, and whether you can safely have anesthesia. At 5 ft 5 in and 200 lb, your BMI is also part of the risk discussion, because higher weight can increase anesthesia risk and may affect swelling, wound healing, and the durability of the result.

A facelift can still be reasonable for some healthy patients in their 70s, but it should be planned more carefully than in a younger low-risk patient. You would need an in-person facial exam, medical clearance from your primary doctor or cardiologist if relevant, and a surgeon who is comfortable saying no or suggesting a smaller/staged procedure if the risk is too high. Chronological age matters less than whether your medical condition and goals make the operation safe and worthwhile.

Thanks for the question. It is not necessarily too late for a facelift at 74 years old, as many individuals have undergone successful facelifts at this age and beyond. When considering a facelift, your surgeon will assess your general health, skin elasticity, bone structure, and other factors to determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure. It's also important to have realistic expectations and understand that a facelift can improve the appearance of the face and neck. It's recommended that you consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon who has experience performing facelifts on individuals in your age group. They can provide you with a personalized assessment of your situation and advise you on the best approach to achieve your desired results.

This is a common question I hear in SWFL and can only be answered with consultation. I estimate that about 35-40% of my facelift population are age 70 or older. But truthfully, physiological age is more important. A patient at 50 may have more chronic health issues than a 74 year old, and genetics play a huge role. Below is a link to the before and after photos of a 74 year old woman. Being an appropriate patient is more about physiological health and aging indications than numerical age.

Thank you for your question. Facelifts are an excellent choice for addressing skin laxity and hollowing in the midface, lifting fallen tissue, and improving the appearance of facial creases. If you are in good physical and mental health and are interested in rejuvenating your appearance, you may be a candidate for a facelift procedure.
The best way to know for sure is by scheduling an in-person consultation with an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgeon. They will be able to review your medical history and determine the best course of action to help you achieve your aesthetic goals.

Hello 74 years young! I love your attitude. Many factors go into the decision of who is a good candidate for a facelift. Age is just one of them. Other factors include:1) What are you trying to improve? Facelifts are most effective in improving jawline jowels and central neck laxity. If these are your chief concerns, there will be a higher chance of success w the procedure2) How is your health in general? The age 74 can mean very different things in different people. A relatively healthy 74 age is certainly not a contraindication to surgery in my book. A discussion with your primary care doctor who knows your general health story the best would likely be useful here. 3) Will this be a revision or primary surgery. Facelifts for the first time generally are easier and more predictable than a revision.Hope this helps and regardless what you choose, keep that young spirit!

You are not too old for a facelift. The considerations of the appropriate candidate for a facelift include: 1) overall health, including other medical issues; 2) whether the patient can safely undergo a surgery, and 3) their expectations and goals and whether it is achievable. I would recommend consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon to see if you would be a suitable candidate for a facelift.

As long as your overall health is good, you can certainly be a candidate to undergo a facelift. I personally have safely performed a number of facelift surgeries on patients your age or older. At the time of consultation, your surgeon should review your goals and desires in the context of your health to create a plan that works for you and optimizes your outcome.

As long as your health is good, then you can consider undergoing a facelift at age 74. Consider posting a full set of facial and neck photographs to make sure you're a good candidate. Your BMI should be less than 31 before undergoing elective cosmetic surgery as an outpatient procedure.

No, definitely not unless you have significant health issues. I have operated on many women in their 80s and even two in their 90s without difficulty.