Not Much Change After Facelift?

If one has minimal change
after a facelift, then one has not found the right plastic surgeon that has
expertise and understands the signs of aging so that one can correct this with
an appropriate “Lift & Fill” facelift procedure. If one has minimal
changes, you should seek a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who is a true expert
and has the experience and expertise for exceptional results.

Thank you for your question. I suggest an appointment with your surgeon, and evaluate your old photos pre surgery, and determine if there is still a difference.  Then, evaluate your options of surgery, if an alternative.  Were muscles tightened the first time, and how was the technique. Some stop the incision at the top of the posterior ear, others extending down he hairline, and the results are not the same. I hope this helps.

You invested probably a good amount and should be happy with your results. I would discuss this with the surgeon who performed the operation. If you arent happy find a Dr that has proven to deliver the very best results. Good luck

  Yes, there should be enough change in rejuvenating your face to justify having the procedure.  Of course, without seeing before and after photos, it is hard to say whether your procedure was beneficial to you.  Not always, no matter how much improvement is achieved, does a patient hear the compliment from a friend or relative that they crave.  This does not minimize the great results in rejuvenation that may be achieved.

There are several possibilities on why your facelift was not successful.

1.  Technique- Specific techniques do not have long lasting and durable results.  This may lead to minimal or no change seen in the face and or neck area.  

2.   Facial anatomy-  Some patients may not be a candidate for a facelift.  You should review your goals with your surgeon to determine if they are realistic or you are a candidate.

 

Hello, and sorry to hear you are not happy with your overall result. In general, a facelift surgeon evaluates the needs of the patient ahead of time and has a general game plan established before they go into the operating room. A surgeon does not "take a chance" on a good result when they perform a procedure. For the most part, they will be able to use their skill and expertise to produce a result that is aesthetically pleasing and is a noticeable improvement for the patient. It is not hit or miss, and the surgeon should have an idea of what is necessary. This is assuming proper communication took place between the patient and surgeon ahead of time. It is important to choose a board certified surgeon to perform your procedure who not only has skill and great credentials, but is responsive and understands your needs. I would recommend seeking the advice of a board certified surgeon in your area who meets the following criteria:

1) Great credentials
2) Fellowship trained
3) A good amount of before and after photos so you can see their results

I hope this helps, and good luck to you.

Thank you for sharing. In these cases, I think it is important to look (with your surgeon) at the before and after pics. Your story brings up two key points: 1) some patients want a more "aggressive" approach than others -- i.e., they want a more significant change and are willing to have a bit longer recovery for this; 2) natural results, even if not noticed by everyone, are preferable to unnatural looking results that are noticed by everyone.

The vast majority of patients that undergo facelift, do get a noticeable results. And when performed by a capable surgeon, most patients are very happy. I cannot comment on your results without pictures, but I do agree that you should see a few more surgeons to get their take on your problems. Often a second surgery can make a big difference. Good luck.

 

It's hard to say without pictures whether you have anything to complain about after a facelift. Some patients do better with more so results depending on what they begin with. Video imaging is a good way for the patient and the surgeon to set up realistic expectations for the operation.

Hello, and sorry to hear you are not happy with the results of your facelift.
 Every patient is different, and not all facelifts are created equal. There are many different techniques to perform a facelift, and choosing the right surgeon is important in obtaining a satisfactory result.  I would recommend a consult with a board certified facial plastic
 surgeon who has a great deal of experience performing facelifts. He/she will be
 able to provide you with advice after examining your face in person. I hope
 this helps, and I wish you the best of luck.