Facelift / Neck Lift (Rhytidectomy / Lower Rhytidectomy)
A facelift surgery (technically known as rhytidectomy) can’t stop the aging process. What it can do is “set back the clock,” improving the most visible signs of aging by removing excess fat, tightening underlying muscles, and redraping the skin of your face and neck.
A facelift procedure can be done alone, or in conjunction with other procedures such as a forehead lift, eyelid surgery, or nose reshaping.
Am I a candidate for a facelift?
The candidate for the best facelift results is a man or woman whose face and neck have begun to sag, but whose skin still has some elasticity and whose bone structure is strong and well-defined. Most patients are in their forties to sixties, but facelifts can be done successfully on people in their seventies or eighties as well.
You can reduce your risks by closely following Dr. Gunn’s advice both before and after surgery.
What to expect during a facelift procedure
Facelifts are very individualized procedures. In your initial consultation, Dr. Gunn will evaluate your face, including the skin and underlying bone, and discuss your goals for the surgery. Having a facelift doesn’t stop the clock.
As time goes on, your face will naturally continue to age, and you might consider repeating the procedure in five to ten years. However, the impact of a single facelift is long-lasting; even years later, you’ll still look more youthful and refreshed than if you had never undergone the procedure.
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