03 Feb Decoding the Facelift and Unveiling the Youthful You
Facelifts have increased eight percent since COVID around the country according to the latest reports, and at RefinedMD we have to say we’re not surprised. Today’s facelifts are worlds apart from what your mother or grandmother got. They are less invasive, totally natural looking, and mini facelifts means they are suitable for younger patients. However, a lot of myths still surround facelifts and often don’t get addressed until someone schedules a consultation. If you’re considering a facelift, let’s debunk the major myths now and dive into the ten top benefits of a facelift that might just surprise you.
- Master of Aging Signs: A Comprehensive Fixer-Upper!
The canvas of your skin tells a story and unfortunately it often has to do with aging, which is influenced by various factors like gravity, sun damage, and the hands of time. A facelift steps in to undo and correct years of factors that have caused crepe-like texture and major lines and wrinkles. It addresses sagging skin, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, jowls, and displaced facial volume in one elegant sweep.
- Bid Farewell to Sagging Skin!
Picture a facelift as a magician’s wand tightening loose skin through a process called “undermining.” By repositioning underlying tissues and muscles, the skin is re-draped, unveiling a smoother and firmer facade. Wrinkles, be gone! This is the foundation of the deep plane facelift, a complex procedure that ensured the “windswept look” of 90s and early 00s facelifts are no more.
- Jawline and Neck Sculpted to Perfection
Gravity tends to drag down our facial contours, leading to sagging skin around the jaw and neck. Enter the facelift, reshaping and redefining your jawline by bidding adieu to excess skin and unwanted fatty deposits. You can add fillers to the mix post-surgery to further define your jaw, which might also be “weakened” by anatomy.
- For the Dapper Dudes, Too: Men and Facelifts
Facelifts aren’t exclusive to the ladies. Men are embracing the rejuvenation journey, with facelifts ranking among the top five cosmetic procedures for men. Time’s effects are universal, and so are the benefits of a facelift. In fact, many procedures that are suitable and desired by women are piquing men’s interest these days such as Botox, fillers, and eye or brow lifts.
- Age is Just a Number
Contrary to common belief, there’s no magic age to qualify for a facelift. While the majority opts for this procedure between 51 and 64, anyone battling sagging skin and wrinkles is eligible. Your eligibility depends on health, skin condition, and lifestyle. Those in their 30s and 40s are embracing the mini lift.
- Dynamic Duos: Pairing with Other Procedures
Enhance your rejuvenation saga by teaming up a facelift with complementary procedures like brow lifts or eyelid surgery. It’s a strategic play, minimizing downtime and ensuring consistent, youthful results across your entire visage.
- Invisible Surgical Scars
Worried about telltale signs of surgery? Don’t be. Facelift incisions are designed to be stealthy, strategically placed behind the ear or along the hairline for a flawless, hidden finish. Your secret to timeless allure remains safe if that’s how you’d like to keep it.
- No Downtime Drama with a Manageable Recovery
Don’t let misconceptions about lengthy downtimes hold you back. Modern facelifts, with their smaller incisions and advanced techniques, offer a gentler experience. The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery estimates you can resume your routine within wo weeks, but your surgeon will give you a customized recovery timeline.
- Natural-Looking Results
Advanced techniques prioritize a natural appearance by repositioning underlying tissues. The result? You, but with the vibrancy of youth. Meet the refreshed, rejuvenated version of yourself!
- A Long-Lasting Youthful Glow
The longevity of your facelift is in your hands. With proper post-procedure care, genetics, and lifestyle choices, you can relish the youthful glow for an average of seven to ten years. It’s a timeless investment in your vivacious self.
Ready to embark on the facelift adventure? Schedule a consultation today and get started. Contact RefinedMD today by filling out the online form or calling the office during business hours.