A facelift (rhytidectomy) is a serious surgical procedure that can be beneficial in lessening wrinkles, developing a more youthful look, improving confidence and reversing the displeasing affects of stress, wind, sunlight and time. Face lift surgeries are expensive; there’s no way around that. They are elective surgeries and they carry measurable price tags. It’s just good to understand that up front.
Facts about face lifts:
• They are not for everyone. Ideal candidates for rhytidectomies have skin that is still basically supple. They are also at least in relatively good physical shape. Additionally, less invasive procedures including MACS (minimal access cranial suspension) facelifts, chemical peels, microdermabrasion and more should be contemplated before going full ahead with a traditional face lift surgery. There are even less invasive procedures, such as the mini face life. Prospective patients should also give attentive consideration to other procedures that embellish the positive effects of a face lift as well as brow and/or neck lifts.
• As a rough national average, full face lift surgeries cost about $6,000 per, and that does not include any testing, anesthesiology or prescriptions that are necessary. Be sure that you understand all of the applicable costs connected with your rhytidectomy up front.
• Although face lift surgeries are entirely successful and pose no difficulties usually, there are still risks involved including:
◦ Nerve damage;
◦ Unsightly scarring;
◦ Swelling;
◦ Bruising;
◦ Bleeding;
◦ Pain;
Elements of the face lift surgery procedure:
• Reviewing medical history;
• Any necessary testing;
• Determining the locations of the incisions;
• Administration of anesthesia;
• Performing the operation;
• Intelligent, non-rushed healing;
Individuals who smoke are cautioned to stop smoking as far before the face lift surgery as possible. Patients are also advised to remember that the full affects of a rhytidectomy will not be seen immediately. Incisions and sutures into the deep muscle tissues take time to harmonize and heal completely. The skin and muscles will continue to tighten and stretch throughout the healing process. Sometimes it is possible for the cosmetic surgeon to perform a mini facelift which is a less invasibe procedure as a full face lift and is usually suitable for people in their mid thirties and fourties.