Facelift Surgery to Reduce Visible Signs of Aging

As per statistics published by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS), a 6% increase was recorded in facelift surgery in the year 2012. Up to 1,26,000 facelift surgeries were performed in US in the year 2012.  

So, what exactly is a facelift? Often as the years pass by, the skin begins to sag and become loose around the face and the neck. Sagging skin and aging facial features can impact self-confidence. In most cases, personal habits, over-exposure to the sun and genetic factors are some of the factors that contribute to facial aging.

Advanced cosmetic treatments have made it possible to overcome the visible signs of aging and to achieve a more youthful and natural appearance. A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic surgery procedure which reduces the advanced signs of aging and rejuvenates your facial appearance. The benefits offered by the procedure are

• Reduces facial sagging
• Addresses loss of muscle tone in the lower face which creates jowls
• Reduces loose skin and excess fat deposits
• Removes fat that has fallen or is displaced
• Resolves deep creases below the lower eyelids and along the nose

Also known as a restorative surgery, a facelift does not help to change your fundamental facial appearance; nor can it stop the aging process. Rather, this cosmetic procedure removes sagging skin, wrinkles, and excess fat deposits and tightens the facial muscles and tissues. It pulls or lifts the skin across the tightened muscles and tissues.  Mini facelift surgery, as opposed to a facelift, addresses minor sagging around the cheeks, jawline and neck. Generally, other facial rejuvenation procedures like brow lift and eyelid surgery are performed in conjunction with a mini facelift.

With a facelift, you can look younger and healthier than ever before, which would directly boosts your self esteem. Men and women who are physically healthy, who do not smoke, and have realistic expectations are ideal candidates for a face lift.  Minor discomfort like pain, swelling and bruising is quite common after the surgery which will usually get resolved in about two weeks after the surgery. Choose an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon to ensure an optimal outcome.