What You Should Know About Face Surgery

Before performing surgery, your surgeon will review your health history in detail, noting any previous surgeries, illnesses or allergies you have had as well as questions about diet, exercise and medication that you are currently taking.

At your consultation, be sure to let your surgeon know exactly what your goal is. Communicating this to them clearly will allow for an ideal result that matches both your aesthetic desires and personal expectations.

What Is a Facelift?

Facelift surgery is an effective solution for tightening sagging facial skin and lax musculature, eliminating wrinkles and lines while tightening facial muscle tone and eliminating facial flaccidity. Additionally, this process can reduce jowling and neck fat accumulation through making incisions near or in the hairline and around ears to access muscles and tissues beneath them; some surgeons may use liposuction techniques to redistribute or eliminate fat in this region of the neck.

Facelift results typically last up to 10 years, depending on genetics and lifestyle factors. To keep the best possible outcomes after receiving one, follow a healthy diet and exercise regularly while also limiting smoking, stress exposure, and sun exposure.

Selecting the ideal surgeon can make all of the difference for your experience of facelift surgery. To find a surgeon that suits you best, request photos of their previous work; look for natural-looking aesthetic that aligns with your cosmetic goals.

Facelift surgery is usually conducted as an outpatient procedure, meaning you can return home shortly afterwards. After surgery, minor side effects like bruising, swelling and soreness should subside within weeks or months as wounds heal; occasionally patients can experience numbness around their ears which typically resolves itself within a year.

What Is a Facelift Recovery Like?

As you recover, bruising and swelling should gradually decrease over time. A facelift tightens muscles and skin in the neck and jaw region, so it takes some time for soft tissues to adjust back into their natural positions and look natural again.

Your body may still experience tightness or numbness after surgery; these sensations should diminish over time; but please inform us if they persist. We are available 24/7 if there are any ongoing discomforts or numbnesss to address.

As soon as your procedure is over, we advise finding a comfortable place in your home and elevating yourself using multiple pillows for at least the first few days post-op to promote healing and reduce swelling – this will enable you to see results sooner than otherwise!

By day three, most patients begin to feel better and can transition away from more powerful pain medications to over-the-counter alternatives like Tylenol. The first week is often the hardest and necessitates the greatest rest for optimal healing.

After about one to two weeks, most patients can return to work or school provided their jobs do not involve physical exertion. Most will only experience minor bruising that can easily be covered up with makeup; some may even notice their faces appear fresher and younger over time; over the following six to twelve months you should continue seeing gradual changes as your facial tissues settle and reshape themselves over time.

What Is a Facelift Cost?

Facelift surgery falls under cosmetic surgery, and is therefore usually paid for out-of-pocket. However, medical financing programs like CareCredit, Alpheon, United Medical Credit or PatientFi may make the procedure more affordable.

Surgeon fees account for the largest chunk of cost, and their rate can vary based on experience level and geographic demand for facial procedures (New York or San Francisco are likely to charge more). Furthermore, doctors in high-demand areas such as NYC may charge higher fees than doctors located more remotely.

Additional expenses, such as blood work or pre-surgery tests, will likely arise. You should budget for post-surgery garments and any post-op medications like painkillers, antibiotics, anti-nausea drugs or steroids during your recovery period.

At first, the best way to know how much a deep plane facelift will cost is to set up an initial consultation with a plastic surgeon. At this appointment, they’ll go over your specific goals and needs before giving an estimated cost for your procedure. They may also discuss other factors influencing its price as well as possible alternative means of attaining desired looks if facelift surgery is not appropriate for you.

What Is a Facelift Recovery Time?

The initial week of recovery may be uncomfortable, but prescription painkillers usually alleviate any pain. By the end of week one, most bruising and swelling should have subsided significantly while patients may still experience numbness or tingling as part of the healing process.

Tightness in the face may occur post-facelift surgery due to inflammation and swelling, but should subside within a few weeks post-surgery. Most individuals can return to regular activities by week two post-facelift. We suggest patients avoid direct sunlight as much as possible while they heal, staying hydrated while healing is important as well.

At this stage, many patients can switch from taking prescription medications to over-the-counter pain relievers, with many eventually transitioning by the third week to conceal incisions with makeup or let their hair cover them, returning to a more normal appearance and typically being ready for stitch removal. We typically remove stitches then.

Recovery typically lasts one month after surgery. Most patients can then enjoy their refreshed appearance with no visible incisions or bruising left from surgery.