As mentioned, facelift or rhytidectomy is a method of cosmetic surgery that aims to make the face look younger. In the United States, 107,261 women and 13,702 men underwent facelift surgery in 2016. Among men, it was the fifth most common type of cosmetic surgery.
The facelift surgeon lifts and tightens the facial tissues to restore a younger-looking look to the face naturally. It is said that doing a facelift actually "turns the clock back" means that it helps the patient look like a younger version of himself. By removing excess sagging skin, smoothing deep wrinkles, and tightening deep facial tissues, facelift surgery can help the patient look both younger and better.
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During a facelift, a flap of skin is pulled back on each side of the face, and the subcutaneous tissues are surgically changed to return the contour of the face to a younger shape. Then the extra skin is removed and finally, the flaps are closed.
A neck lift (platysmaplasty) is often performed as part of a facelift to reduce fat deposits and sagging skin on the neck.
Of course, it should be known that removing fine wrinkles or damage caused by sun exposure is not one of the facelifts. Other beauty methods can improve the appearance or quality of the skin.
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As mentioned, facelift or rhytidectomy is a method of cosmetic surgery that aims to make the face look younger. In the United States, 107,261 women and 13,702 men underwent facelift surgery in 2016. Among men, it was the fifth most common type of cosmetic surgery.
The facelift surgeon lifts and tightens the facial tissues to restore a younger-looking look to the face naturally. It is said that doing a facelift actually "turns the clock back" means that it helps the patient look like a younger version of himself. By removing excess sagging skin, smoothing deep wrinkles, and tightening deep facial tissues, facelift surgery can help the patient look both younger and better.
During a facelift, a flap of skin is pulled back on each side of the face, and the subcutaneous tissues are surgically changed to return the contour of the face to a younger shape. Then the extra skin is removed and finally, the flaps are closed.
A neck lift (platysmaplasty) is often performed as part of a facelift to reduce fat deposits and sagging skin on the neck.
Of course, it should be known that removing fine wrinkles or damage caused by sun exposure is not one of the facelifts. Other beauty methods can improve the appearance or quality of the skin.
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There are different types of facelift surgeries, depending on which area of the face and neck is performed. Types of facelift surgeries include:
2-SMAS Facial Lift (SMAS rhytidectomy): The SMAS Facial Lift (superficial aponeurotic muscle system, facial muscle layer) targets the lower two-thirds of your face. In this surgery, the specialist fixes your muscles and trims the abundance of skin and fat on your cheeks and lower face. SMAS facelift is a traditional facelift.
3-Deep plane facelift: In deep plane facelift surgery, the SMAS (facial muscle layer) surgeon lifts fat and skin into one unit. The deep plane lifts usually cover several areas of your face at the same time.
4-mid-face lift: Mid-face lift surgery treats your cheek area. A surgeon changes the fat on your cheeks and tightens the skin on your cheeks.
5- Mini-facelift: Mini facelift surgeries focus on lower face and neck lift. This is a faster and less invasive surgery than other facelift surgeries. Specialists generally suggest a little cosmetic touch-up for individuals who are more youthful and have just the underlying indications of hanging face.
6-Cutaneous(skin) facelift: The facelift only affects your skin and usually focuses on the neck and lower part of your face.
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Facelift surgery, like other surgeries, can have side effects. Some of them can be controlled with proper care, medication, or surgical correction. Long-term or permanent side effects, although rare, can cause significant changes in appearance. Risks include:
Nerve damage: Nerve damage, although rare, can temporarily or permanently affect the nerves that control the senses or muscles. Temporary paralysis of a selected muscle, which causes the face to become uneven, or temporary loss of sensation can last from several months to a year. Surgical interventions can be used to improve.
Like any major surgery, a facelift carries the risk of bleeding, infection, and an adverse reaction to anesthesia. Improper lifestyle or some medical conditions can also increase the risk of complications. The following factors may advise your doctor to avoid facelifts because they can pose a significant risk or lead to adverse outcomes:
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Facelift costs include the cost of anesthesia, operating room facilities, or other related costs in addition to the total price. Please consult your plastic surgeon's office to determine your final cost.
Facelift costs may include the following:
Surgeon's fee
Hospital or surgery center costs
Anesthesia costs
Pharmaceutical prescriptions
Clothes after surgery
Medical tests
This cost also depends on the surgeon's salary based on his experience, the type of method used, and the geographical location of the office.
Most health lift surgery insurance plans do not cover the face or its side effects.
