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Facelift
What is right for me?

A facelift is a cosmetic procedure. Nobody needs a facelift, however some people feel that they wish to look fresher, brighter and perhaps younger. A variety of procedures are available to help achieve these goals.

These procedures range from non-cosmetic enhancement with filler and Botox for example, to chemical peel and LASER, and brow and eyelid surgery. Then to the more complex procedures such as a full facelift. Clearly, a facelift is a greater undertaking and involves a greater commitment on behalf of the patient because of the relatively long operating and recovery time and also the increased risk. Your surgeon will advise you on the procedures most likely to achieve the results you desire.

There is no standard age for a facelift; it is an individual decision. However, if you are not sure, then there is no harm in deferring and perhaps having a simpler procedure in the meantime.

If you feel you are ready for a facelift, take time to examine your face and decide what features you would like addressed. Discuss these carefully with your surgeon. Although a facelift is a 'classic' plastic surgical procedure, the technique can be altered and other procedures such as liposuction, fat injection and brow lifts can be offered to 'tailor' the procedure as required.

Remember, a facelift will not last forever. Famously, some film stars have had multiple facelifts over many years. Repeated procedures are not for the majority of people, however, and therefore timing is important.

 

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