Is a facelift appropriate for a young 24 year old patient if they lost an extreme amount of weight (150lbs)? (Photo)

November 1, 2023
Asked By:Dazzling446420 in Cleveland, Ohio

Patient went from 340lbs to 200lbs in 1.5 years after extreme dieting at age 19. Patient than regain50lbs after a year. One year after this, the patient lost 70lbs. The patient is mostly concerned with the premature aging that has resulted in his face. - under eye circles -pronounced nasolabial folds -upper, mid, and lower cheek sagging -droopy lips - Patient has tried dermal fillers and but has not been satisfied with the results. Would a facelift be appropriate?

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November 3, 2023

Answer: Is a facelift appropriate

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November 20, 2023

Answer: Premature facial aging after weight loss

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November 20, 2023

Answer: Premature facial aging after weight loss

Mark McRae, MDCertified Plastic Surgeon
November 7, 2023

Answer: Facelift

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 7, 2023

Answer: Facelift

Connie Hiers, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

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November 3, 2023

Answer: Facelift

Scott C. Lindsay, DOBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 3, 2023

Answer: Facelift

Scott C. Lindsay, DOBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 2, 2023

Answer: Lip lift not a facelift

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Gary M. Horndeski, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 2, 2023

Answer: Lip lift not a facelift

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