Facelift Surgery

Also known as: rhytidectomy, rhytidoplasty, face-lift, facelift, full facelift, traditional facelift, surgical facelift, lower facelift, mid facelift, smas facelift

Cosmetic Surgery

AI Aesthetician Summary

A facelift (rhytidectomy) is a surgical cosmetic procedure designed to improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck by repositioning or removing skin, fat, and muscle tissue. This restorative surgery addresses sagging skin, deepening fold lines, jowls, and loose neck tissue to restore more yo...

Treatment Details

Targets

Concerns:Sagging Skin Jowls Sagging Jawline Neck Wrinkles Nose-to-mouth Lines

Areas:Jaw, Neck, Cheek, Chin

Tissues:Skin (Epidermis, Dermis), Subcutaneous Fat, Muscle/SMAS

Longevity:10+ Years

How it Works

Duration:180 minutes

Anesthesia:General Anesthesia

Pain Level:Moderate

Techniques:Surgical, Injection, Laser

Post Treatment

Downtime:14 days

Post-care:Facelift post-care involves keeping the head elevated and using cold compresses to manage swelling and bruising, which typically peak around days 3-4. Patients should avoid strenuous activities, heavy lifting, and direct sun exposure for several weeks, while also adhering to prescribed pain medication and incision care. It is crucial to follow all surgeon's instructions, stay hydrated, and refrain from smoking for optimal healing.

Risks:Hematoma, infection, scarring, nerve damage, bleeding, swelling, bruising, hair loss, skin loss, anesthesia risks, fluid accumulation, asymmetry, persistent pain, skin irregularities and discoloration, poor wound healing, deep vein thrombosis, cardiac and pulmonary complications. Smoking significantly increases the risk of complications and impairs healing.

Additional Information

Invasiveness:Surgical

Specialty:Cosmetic Surgery

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