Only 5 years post-op, why is my facelift failing? (Photos)

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It’s only been 5 years and it looks like I never even had a facelift. I’m so upset. It looked so good when I had it done and now after all that money my face looks worse than someone who has never had anything done. What can be done?

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @DCYoung, thank you for your question. After a surgical facial rejuvenation procedure, the skin begins aging again from the point after surgery. A patient's genetics and care determine the length of the treatment, which can be prolonged through non-surgical treatments that regenerate the internal structure of the skin. For more information and recommendations, it is prudent to consult with one or several board certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.

Gianfranco Frojo, MD · Answer

Depending on the type of facelift that was performed (and by who), can vary the duration of the effect. I recommend seeing a board-eligible or board-certified ACTUAL plastic surgeon with at least 6 years of integrated plastic surgery training (ideally followed by an aesthetic fellowship accredited by The Aesthetic Society).

Edward Buckingham, MD · Answer

Facial aging will continue to occur following surgery. Maintenance including proper skin care and collagen building procedures may help extend results, however due to different techniques in surgery some patients may notice outcomes lasting longer than others. Consider discussion with your provider for treatment options best for you.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

There are many factors that affect longevity of face lift result. In average, it should last 10-12 years in a good candidate, but there are patients that may need new face lift  5-6 years later? Maintenance of the skin (peels, laser), weight control, smoking, sun exposure, to mention just a few, can all influence longevity of result. Most of all, patient's genetics! Hope this helps.

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

You would really need to be seen in person to evaluate the results. After a facelift a person continues to age and the skin loosens over time. It’s variable from one case to the next. Your photos do not indicate that anything wrong was done.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Thanks for in life photos but better to post multiple face photos with standard colored background. The Face Lift concept that was not explained to you is the longevity of results; is dependent on your aging genetics, the elastic tissue in your skin, your life style. The majority of Face Lifts (full open techniques) results last from 5 - 10 years. You obviously are on the short end of results lasting. Best to consider a redo mini FL/NL w SMAS plication. Best top virtual consult with...

Only 5 years post-op, why is my facelift failing? (Photos)

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