Facelift & Neck Lift
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A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is the ideal procedure for men and women who want to reduce the appearance of fine lines, folds, and wrinkles on and rejuvenate the beauty of their face. At The Cosmetic Surgery Center in Virginia Beach, we perform facelifts and other facial rejuvenation procedures for patients who want to restore the youthful appearance of their faces.
Facelift, Neck Lift considerations
During your Facelift, Neck Lift consultation with Dr. Joanne Lopes, she will answer questions you may have about the procedure and will discuss any safety concerns related to the surgery.
Facelift, Neck Lift Video
Click on the photo box below to view this informative, procedural presentation including an introduction, an overview with illustrations indicating incisions and how the procedure is performed, how best to prepare and what to to expect, and how to take care of yourself after the procedure.
Patients for Life
Most facelift incisions are placed within the hairline and within natural contours in front of and behind the ear. Although there are many variations to the facelift procedure, generally an incision is hidden in the natural contour of your ear, then extends around the earlobe and back into the hairline. Following surgery, incisions can be easily concealed by your hair or with makeup. There may also be a small incision hidden underneath your chin.
Am I a Good Candidate for a Facelift?
Men and women whose face and neck have begun to sag, but whose skin still has some elasticity and whose bone structure is strong and well-defined are the best candidates for a facelift, neck lift. Most patients are in their forties to sixties, but these lifts can be done successfully on people in their seventies or eighties as well.
Any of the following conditions may indicate that you are a good candidate for a facelift:
- A deep line, or fold, running from the corner of your nose to the corner of your mouth.
- Jowls, or loss of a well-defined jawline associated with youthfulness.
- Deep wrinkles in the cheeks and sagging of the “highlight” areas of the cheekbones.
- Loose skin, wrinkles, vertical “cords” or excess fatty tissue in the neck.
What to Expect from Your Facelift
A facelift and/or neck lift can make you look younger and fresher, and it may enhance your self-confidence in the process. But it can’t give you a totally different look, nor can it restore the health and vitality of your youth. Think carefully about your expectations before you decide to have surgery. Dr. Lopes will discuss your desires and the best treatment option for you.
Post-operative Procedures & Recovery for Facelift
Any discomfort you may feel can be lessened with pain medication. Some numbness of the skin is quite normal and will disappear in a few weeks or months. You should be up and about in a day or two, but plan on taking it easy for the first week after surgery.
At first, your face may look and feel rather strange. Your features may be distorted from the swelling, your facial movements may be slightly stiff, and you’ll probably be self-conscious about your scars. Some bruising may persist for two or three weeks, but by the third week, you’ll look and feel much better. Most patients are back at work about ten days to two weeks after surgery.
Facelift Results
If you realize that the results may not be immediately apparent, the chances are excellent that you’ll be happy with your facelift. Although you’ll have some scars, they’re usually hidden by your hair or in the natural creases of your face and ears. In any case, they’ll fade with time and should be scarcely visible.
Having a facelift doesn’t stop the clock. Your face will continue to age with time, and you may want to repeat the procedure one or more times — perhaps five or ten years down the line. Remember, the effects of even one facelift are lasting; years later, you’ll continue to look better than if you’d never had a facelift at all.
Facelift Cost
The cost of a facelift can vary as each procedure is personalized to provide the patient with their ideal results. We offer financing plans that can make the payment process more manageable.
Schedule a Consultation
Call our Virginia Beach office today at (757) 497 - 5400 for more information or to schedule your consultation with Plastic Surgeon Dr. JoAnne Lopes. She can provide you with the personalized and natural-looking facelift results you are in need of.
Information provided by The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
