subject: The Most Common Questions About Facelifts Answered [print this page] A facelift is a good way to make your face and facial structures appear more youthful and energetic. Below are some of the most common questions that people have about facelift surgery.
What makes someone a candidate for a facelift procedure?
Facelift candidates need to be in good health, they need to some amount of flexibility to their skin, and they need to realistically understand what the procedure can accomplish. Generally, age is not a factor in determining candidacy; anyone can have a facelift if they have sagging skin and wrinkles.
Are the results of facelift surgery permanent?
The human body continues to age from the day we are born, until the day we die. For this reason, the results of a facelift procedure are never permanent. For the most part, results will hold for about 10 years, but that depends on each person"s genetics, skin condition, and a number of environmental factors.
Can you always tell when someone has had a facelift surgery?
Newer surgical techniques are designed to make the signs of a facelift invisible. This is done through discreet incision placement, smaller incisions and smaller sutures. That said, it is impossible to predict how one will heal after a facelift procedure because each person heals and scars differently.
Is it painful to have a facelift procedure?
The nerves in the face are very sensitive, so there is pain associated with facelift surgery. That said, pain is minimized through anesthesia and pain medication post op. During the recovery period pain, swelling and bruising can also be minimized with cold compresses.
How much does a facelift surgery cost?
Facelift surgery is not cheap. The average cost of facelift is about $6,000, but that figure can be higher or lower depending upon the type of facelift procedure. Geographic location and doctor also play a huge role in the cost of a facelift procedure. It is also important to remember that because facelift surgery is cosmetic, it is not typically covered by insurance. However, financing for cosmetic surgery is always an option.
