Doing a quick google search of “what to ask before getting a facelift” will return some pretty helpful yet maybe a little too basic answers for what you want to know. When thinking about a facelift, there are a few extra considerations to take into account before scheduling your facelift procedure.
Is a Facelift the Right Procedure for You?
A facelift can help tighten and lift sagging skin, but it won’t necessarily make your facial skin any more elastic and it won’t fix sun damage like dark spots and wrinkles.
If your concerns are more about your skin’s superficial texture than sagging, you might want to consider a laser skin treatment. If both skin issues are bothering you, facelifts are easily combined with photofacial or other treatments to help you complete your look.
When Should I Get a Facelift?
The right time to get a facelift depends more on your personal appearance than your age. While the majority of people find they have some sagging by their late forties to early fifties, many people see sagging much earlier or later than others.
Take a look at your appearance, and if your sagging skin around your mid-face and neck is starting to bother you, it may be the right time to get a facelift.
Dr. Dellinger will be able to help you make the best decision for your needs during your facelift consultation.
How Young Will I Look?
Whenever you consider having plastic surgery, it’s important to have realistic expectations and understand that each individual’s results will be unique to them. That being said, there have been many studies of the before and after results of facelifts.
One such study had med students estimate the age difference between the before-and-after photos of men and women who’ve had a facelift. The conclusion found that many of the participants looked around 9 years younger.
Facelifts cannot stop the aging process, but it may be able to give you the results that help you feel naturally refreshed and youthful. Typically, the sooner you address your skin sagging, the better your results will be, but that doesn’t mean there is an age cap on surgeries.
Dr. Dellinger offers years of training and experience performing facelifts. If you’re ready to schedule your consultation, please contact us online or call our Austin office today at 512-229-1978.
