What is a Facelift?

Our skin loses its elasticity as we grow older. This is why visible sagging occurs in our face and neck. Facelift, technically known as rhytidectomy, is a common cosmetic procedure wherein sagging facial tissues and other visible lines and folds are reduced through tightening of the skin. Moderate or extensive facelift is recommended depending on the extent of sagging seen. 

What to Expect During A Facelift 

Before a facelift, you may be given intravenous sedation or general anesthesia for your comfort. Then, depending on the change you want to see, the doctor may also suggest that you do a necklift. Traditional facelift incisions are typically done in the hairline and temple areas then continue around the ear, and end in the lower scalp. After incisions are made, fats are shaped and skin is pulled back to contour the face. Excess skin is trimmed away. Incisions will be closed with sutures that will dissolve or will be removed in a few days. Improvements will shortly follow after the bruising and swelling from the surgical area subsides

Why Get A Facelift 

Bottomline, facelift is for those who want to reduce facial sagging and skin folding because of age-related bodily changes. It is an option to consider for those who feel self-conscious about their sagging skin and those who feel less self-confident because of deep wrinkles and laugh lines. A facelift is expected to address these concerns and give the patient a youthful look and a boost in confidence as well as self-image. 

Depending on your desired outcome, trust that our PAPRAS surgeons have extensive experience dealing with facial anatomy and that they can offer you the best recommendations to help you achieve the look you want to have.