Face Lift FAQ’s

The loss of elasticity in the facial skin, loss of fatty tissues and the decreased muscle tone influence the advancement of facial aging. Those deep crease lines between the mouth and the nose, a sagged jaw- line, folds around the neck, crow’s-feet around the eyes, make you look aged. Facelift surgery helps in improving the sagged facial skin and offers you a rather young and fresh look.

Why do I need a face lift?

The effects of gravity, regular exposure to pollution, sun and stress and above all aging creates crease lines, sagged jaw line, crow’s feet and deep bangs around the neck. Facelift surgery helps in removing the excess fat, smoothing the loose skin on the face and neck while tightening the underlying tissues and muscles to offer you a vibrant and fresh look. Face lift, to a great extent helps in regaining your self confidence and to delay aging.

Is the process risky ?

Significant complications from facelifts are rare however this is a surgical procedure and there are risks associated with any surgical process. Infection, bleeding, nerve damage are the potential risks associated with face lift surgery.

Am I eligible for a facelift?

If your facial skin has started to sag yet your skin has retained the elasticity then you are a good candidate for face lift surgery in Austin. Candidates with strong and well-defined bone structure can expect better result from a face lift procedure.

Are the results permanent ?

It is impossible to stop aging therefor face lift results can never be permanent. You might need to have touch up treatments every five to ten years depending upon the elasticity of your skin.

Can a facelift be combined with other facial procedures?

To make you look young and beautiful, the a face lift in Austin can also be combined with other cosmetic procedures such as eyelid surgery, nose reshaping, forehead lifts, septoplasty and even facial implants. The board certified plastic surgeons in Austin can also combine various skin rejuvenating treatments like chemical peels or dermabrasion to offer you the maximum result.

What type of anesthesia is used for this procedure?

Usually the face lift procedure is performed under general anesthesia in the operating room.

Will it be obvious I have had a facelift?

During the process of facelift the professional plastic surgeons do every possible thing to make the procedure invisible. The idea is to offer you vibrant and young facial appeal and certainly not a mask like appearance, hence people won’t be able to determine the fact that you have had a face lift surgery.

How long does it take to recover?

Recovery after the face lift surgery depends on the individual. Usually people return to work within 10-14 days after the surgery. It takes around 3 weeks for the swelling and bruising to disappear. The patient is advised to limit sun exposure for one year after the surgery.