What Is the Best Age for Facelift Treatment?
Facelift surgery is one of the most popular cosmetic treatment options. The surgery lets a patient correct crow’s feet and other facial blemishes. In doing so, the surgery helps a patient achieve a beautiful, natural-looking facial appearance.
For younger patients, facelift surgery may be one of many cosmetic treatments they can pursue to revitalize their facial appearance. But, a full facelift or mini facelift may prove to be an inferior option to other treatments.
A facelift is an advanced surgical procedure and needs to be evaluated accordingly. That way, an individual can assess facelift surgery and find out if he or she qualifies for the procedure. This individual also can learn about the best age for facelift treatment.
What Is the Best Age for a Facelift?
The best age for first facelift treatment varies. Each person ages differently, and as such, there is no perfect age for an individual to undergo a facelift surgery.
In some instances, the best age for facelift surgery falls between the ages of 40 and 60. Yet some patients in their 30s have also benefited from facelift surgery. Patients in their 70s and 80s have used facelift surgery to combat wrinkles, smile lines, and other visible signs of aging in the face, too.
Are There Any Advantages to Getting a Facelift at a Young Age?
Younger patients may heal faster than others from facelift surgery. They also can have a lower risk of complications. And facelift treatment may be less invasive when performed on younger patients, too.
Comparatively, younger patients may have fewer visible signs of aging in the face than others. They may qualify for facelift surgery but find the treatment delivers subtle facial rejuvenation results.
For those who are considering facelift surgery at a young age, it can be beneficial to pursue non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments as well. Botox, facial fillers, and other non-surgical cosmetic treatments can correct facial wrinkles and folds in their early stages. These treatments can be administered in minutes and deliver results within days. They do not require patients to go under the knife, either. Thus, non-surgical treatments can be beneficial for younger patients who are dealing with minor facial blemishes and want to quickly and safely enhance their facial appearance.
What Facelift Surgery Options Are Available to Patients of All Ages?
A traditional facelift, also referred to as a full facelift, can be used to rejuvenate the facial appearance. The procedure involves removing and reshaping facial skin and fat to improve facial symmetry.
Patients coping with minor blemishes in the lower portion of the face may benefit from a mini facelift in lieu of a traditional one. A mini facelift is less invasive than a traditional option. It results in less downtime than a traditional facelift, too.
Are You at the Best Age for Facelift Treatment?
To determine if now is the right time for facelift surgery, consult with a surgeon. From here, a surgeon can assess a patient’s eyes, cheeks, and other facial features. The surgeon can also evaluate their patient’s medical history and learn about their treatment goals. He or she can then offer a personalized recommendation regarding facelift surgery or other cosmetic treatment options.
Find a Surgeon Who Understands the Best Age for Facelift Treatment
An individual should undergo facelift surgery only if the procedure can be safe and effective, regardless of age. With the right surgeon at their disposal, a patient can learn about facelift surgery and other facial rejuvenation treatments. He or she also can determine which treatments can deliver the intended results without putting their health at risk.
Dr. Babak Azizzadeh of the CENTER for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery in Los Angeles understands the natural aging process affects each person differently. He takes a holistic approach to facelift surgery, and by doing so, ensures a facelift can help a patient achieve the best-possible facial rejuvenation results.
What to Expect During a Facelift Surgery Consultation with Dr. Azizzadeh
Before a facelift procedure, Dr. Azizzadeh conducts an in-depth patient evaluation to determine if an individual is a viable candidate for surgery. Dr. Azizzadeh examines a patient’s facial features and medical history and learns about his or her treatment goals. Additionally, Dr. Azizzadeh uses the Aging Arc, a visualization tool that enables a patient to see how facelift surgery will impact their facial appearance.
Dr. Azizzadeh helps a patient identify any underlying signs of aging in the face throughout the consultation process. He may recommend facelift surgery if a patient displays one or more of the following issues:
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- Loose skin
- Loss of collagen and/or skin elasticity
- Volume loss
- Facial expression lines
- Asymmetrical facial appearance
Facelift surgery alone may help a patient achieve a balanced and natural-looking facial appearance. However, Dr. Azizzadeh sometimes recommends a facelift be performed in conjunction with one or more cosmetic surgeries, such as:
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- Brow Lift: Corrects sagging skin on the forehead, raises drooping eyebrows, minimizes the appearance of deep furrows and rejuvenates the eyes.
- Chin Augmentation: Involves the insertion of a small implant in the front of the chin bone to improve the appearance of a weak chin.
- Eyelid Lift: Removes bags from the lower eyelids or excess skin from the upper eyelids; an eyelid lift can be performed on the upper eyelids, lower eyelids or both.
- Fat Grafting: Requires the transfer of fat from the abdomen, hips or other parts of the body to the face.
- Neck Lift: Addresses excess fat under the chin, muscle banding in the neck and other visible signs of aging in the jawline and neck.
In certain cases, Dr. Azizzadeh may recommend a non-surgical facelift. Dr. Azizzadeh offers a wide range of non-surgical facelift procedures, and these include:
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- Botox: Involves the use of an injectable treatment that temporarily reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and furrows.
- Laser Skin Resurfacing: Requires DOT Deka laser skin treatments to address scars, wrinkles and other facial blemishes.
For those who are unsure about whether to undergo a facelift or other cosmetic procedures, scheduling a consultation with Dr. Azizzadeh is beneficial. Dr. Azizzadeh has a simple goal: to help a patient achieve a beautiful facial appearance. Meanwhile, a consultation gives Dr. Azizzadeh the opportunity to learn about a patient and determine if he or she qualifies for facelift surgery. If a patient is a good candidate for a facelift, Dr. Azizzadeh will develop a custom treatment plan for him or her. Or, if facelift alternatives may deliver the best results, Dr. Azizzadeh will teach a patient about these options and help him or her plan accordingly.
Want to Learn More About Facelift Surgery? Schedule a Consultation with Dr. Azizzadeh
Scheduling a facelift consultation with Dr. Azizzadeh provides a great first step to correct various visible signs of aging in the face.
Dr. Azizzadeh offers in-person and virtual consultations to people who are considering facelift surgery. To set up a facelift consultation with Dr. Azizzadeh, please contact us today at 310-692-9692.