Most Frequently Asked Questions FAQs about Having a Facelift Posted By : Daniel Beasley

Many people, both male and female, are taking advantage of modern technology and the exponential leaps and bounds made in the field of cosmetic surgery; and they’re asking smart, pointed questions. Many see the advantages in the youthful appearance, the uplifting self-esteem, and the overall feeling of self-improvement that having a facelift brings. If Gene Simmons from the rock group KISS can have a facelift, you know you can too.



On that note, many people have questions concerning the safety of the procedure, what to expect, the healing and recovery time involved as well as the costs. Let’s address some of those frequently asked questions here.



I’m really considering having a rhytidectomy (facelift) and I’m wondering who would be considered a good candidate for this procedure. I’m well into my forties and just don’t heal like I used to.



Thank you for writing! Your question is a good, solid question that many people have. You say you’re in your forties. You’re the perfect age to have this type of cosmetic surgery. A good candidate for this procedure is between ages thirty and seventy, with no significant medical problems. Your state of mind also plays a big part in this because you need to be motivated for change. As with any surgery, there are risks, but here, the risks are minimal. Healing and health go hand-in-hand, so it’s important you be medically fit.



I just had a facelift and I look so much younger that I was actually taken for someone in their thirties yesterday. I love the new me, but I wonder – how long do the final results of a facelift last?



Hi! I am pleased as punch to hear from you. You’re right. A rhytidectomy preformed by a qualified, board certified cosmetic surgeon will do wonders for both your looks and the way you feel about yourself. Many people treat you in a more positive way too I’ll bet. In answer to your question, the results you’ve experienced from your cosmetic procedure will last a lifetime. The results you obtained from the facelift itself is dependent upon how you take care of yourself. The aging process keeps trucking right along whether or not we want it to, so at some point your face will start aging again--but not anytime soon! I know a woman in her 70’s who is constantly mistaken for someone in her 50’s--and her facelift was over 30-year ago!



What types of facelift procedures are available?



Good question! There are many types of cosmetic procedures available today with each one offering a variety of benefits for people with dissimilar cosmetic goals and needs. The range of options allows you to accomplish different objectives, which may have to do with aesthetics, cost, convenience, or a combination of all three issues.

If you are interested in a procedure such as facelift surgery or BOTOX treatment, it’s important to research each treatment. Find out which procedure and technique is right for you by speaking directly with an experienced Wilmington plastic surgeon.