Facelift (Rhytidectomy) FAQs

1. How do I know if I am a good candidate for a facelift?
Good candidates for the facelift procedure are those whose skin has began to sag, usually around the neck, where aging is most visible. If your smile lines deepen, you may be a candidate for this procedure.

2. What other procedures can be performed in conjunction with a facelift?
Some patients also request a touch up of the tip of their nose, as this may also sag due to aging. Others prefer to have work done around the eyes, sometimes in conjunction with lip injections, which will allow for a more youthful appearance.

3. Is the facelift a permanent procedure?
Nobody can predict the exact time limit of a facelift. It is rare that patients desire a second facelift, but the procedure can be repeated seven to fifteen years later if necessary.

4. How long is the healing process? When can I return to work?
Most patients allow for two to three weeks off work and wait about four to eight weeks for complete results.

5. Is the recovery painful?
This is one case that involves no pain.

6. Are there any scars or bruises left from the facelift?
Scars from the facelift procedure are barely noticeable and usually fade
with time.

7. When will I be able to see the results after the facelift?
Results appear as soon as the procedure is done.

8. How common are revisions for this procedure?
It is rare that patients desire a second facelift, but the procedure can be repeated seven to fifteen years later.