Would a woman 68 yrs old still be considered for a neck lift?

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Jason Emer, MD · Answer

"These are all natural parts of the aging process. What we can do is try preventative treatments or get a neck lift / face lift earlier in the aging process. There are numerous non-surgical options available, and some can be used in combination to get best outcomes, but you would need a consultation with an expert.

Some options for skin tightening include:

- Thermage radiofrequency to heat the skin, tighten it over time, and prevent the aging process
- Ultherapy high-intensity ultrasound to contract the muscle, tighten the face and neck, and prevent the aging process
- PDO NovaThreads or InstaLift threads for immediate lifting without surgery and long-term collagen production
- Sculptra injections for collagen production to areas of the face and neck with crepey skin or early sagging
- BTL Exilis Ultra, Venus Legacy, and Thermi250 for monthly collagen stimulation with facials
- ThermiRF, Renuvion (J Plasma), or Inmode BodyTite for internal heating and tightening with or without surgery
- Fillers (or facial implants) to contour the jawline and chin to improve the appearance of the neck
- Face lift / neck lift with fat grafting and fillers if you need a significant improvement​

​I would suggest getting a formal evaluation with a cosmetic dermatologist. Best, Dr. Emer​​​​"

Thomas A. Mustoe, MD, FACS · Answer

The critical question in considering appropriateness for a
neck lift is the patient's overall health and not age. I have done many face or
neck lifts for patients in their 80s and one for a patient older than 90. Although
the operation requires skill and experience and takes 2 or more hours to
perform, there is minimal blood loss, and the damage to your overall body is
small. Therefore, in patients in good general health, the operation can be
performed safely almost regardless of age. It is important to discuss your
situation with your surgeon during consultation. Best wishes.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

An exam would be necessary to determine this.  In general, a lower face and neck lift is better to improve patients with more skin laxity and jowling.Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who performs hundreds of 
facelifts, necklifts facelift revisions, and facial procedures each 
year.  Then look at the plastic surgeon's website before and after photo
 galleries to get a sense of who can deliver the results. Kenneth 
Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA

David Hansen, MD · Answer

Age is not as big a problem as health issues. A healthy 68 y/o female can do great with a lower face/neck lift and especially if it is done under local anesthesia. It is safer and has less complications by far than gen. anesthesia. sincerely,David Hansen,MD

Stephen Weber MD, FACS · Answer

There are plenty of 68 year old people who successfully undergo necklift and facelift procedures. Since this is an elective procedure the key is to ensure that you don't have any underlying medical issues that would make proceeding unwise. Your primary care doctor should be able to perform that workup and it is very important that testing is performed before surgery. Stephen Weber MD, FACS

Would a woman 68 yrs old still be considered for a neck lift?

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Answer: 68 y/o female can still be a great candidate for neck lifts , especially under local.

Answer: 68 y/o female can still be a great candidate for neck lifts , especially under local.

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Answer: Is 68 "too old" for a necklift?

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Would a woman 68 yrs old still be considered for a neck lift?

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Answer: 68 y/o female can still be a great candidate for neck lifts , especially under local.

Answer: 68 y/o female can still be a great candidate for neck lifts , especially under local.

Answer: Is 68 "too old" for a necklift?

Answer: Is 68 "too old" for a necklift?

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