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Monday, February 11, 2008
Deciding When to Get a Facelift
The decision to get a facelift is a complicated one and it involves a lot of variables. The only way to know for sure if a facelift will be a good treatment option for you is to consult with a skilled plastic surgeon who can assess your appearance, consult your medical records, and discuss your aesthetic goals to determine if a facelift is your best option. In general, a facelift is indicated for men and women who have:
Most facelift patients are over age 40, and about two-thirds of them are over 55. If you are younger than that, but are experiencing the negative effects of aging, you might be an option for a mini-lift, which is a subtler procedure with a shorter recovery time. In addition, fine wrinkles can be reduced over the short-term with the use of injectable fillers.
- Loose, sagging skin around the cheeks and jaw
- General loss of skin elasticity in the face
- Deep wrinkles around the nose and mouth
- Permanently sad or dour expression
Most facelift patients are over age 40, and about two-thirds of them are over 55. If you are younger than that, but are experiencing the negative effects of aging, you might be an option for a mini-lift, which is a subtler procedure with a shorter recovery time. In addition, fine wrinkles can be reduced over the short-term with the use of injectable fillers.
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