A facelift is a great way to help you to look years younger, but many people still have plenty of questions about how it works and what it can do. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions about facelifts.
Can a facelift really make me look 20 years younger? This type of cosmetic surgery will certainly make you look younger. During the procedure, a cosmetic surgeon will smooth out the skin and pull up the muscles, giving you a much more youthful appearance. Most people, however, do not look 20 years younger after having the surgery. A more realistic expectation is for patients to look 5 to 10 years younger following the procedure.
Won’t my face look “frozen”? Many are scared to have this procedure because they have heard about how it can make you look frozen. This is something that can happen if you have a cosmetic surgeon who is inexperienced. In order to avoid this, make sure that you select a surgeon who is practiced in facelift and facial cosmetic surgery. A good cosmetic surgeon will not leave your face looking frozen.
How expensive is a facelift? The price ranges from one office to another. This surgery is one of the most sought-after procedures, aside from breast augmentation, and can range anywhere from $6,000 to over $20,000.
Will it be one procedure or many? Most facelifts require only one procedure. The cosmetic surgery takes a few hours and during that time, the surgeon tightens your face and smoothes out any wrinkles that you may have, allowing you to have much younger looking features.
Does a facelift last for forever? You will continue to age. However, if you’ve had a facelift, your face has a bit of a jumpstart, which means that you’ll still look younger than you are even if you never have another procedure again.
How long will recovery from a facelift be? This depends on how fast of a healer you are, but the average person heals very quickly. In just a few weeks you’ll find that you’re back to doing your normal activities and that all of the bruises will be healed. If there are any problems, or if you’re concerned, it is always a good idea to speak with your cosmetic surgeon to have your questions answered, both before and after surgery.