A face-lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure to create the appearance of a younger looking face. The procedure can reduce the lax or sagging skin on the cheeks, jawline and lower face. While a facelift does tighten the appearance of the face it does not increase volume.
Face Lift
A face-lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure to create the appearance of a younger looking face.
What is Face Lift
A face-lift is a cosmetic surgical procedure to create the appearance of a younger looking face. The procedure can reduce the lax or sagging skin on the cheeks, jawline and lower face. While a facelift does tighten the appearance of the face it does not increase volume.
Things to Remember
As with any surgery, a face-lift can cause complications. The risks include:
- Hematoma
- Scarring
- Nerve injury
- Hair loss
- Skin loss
After Your Surgery
After a face-lift, you may experience:
- Mild to moderate pain
- Drainage from the incisions
- Swelling
- Bruising
- Numbness
Your incisions will likely be covered with bandages that wrap around the head and provide gentle pressure to reduce swelling and bruising.
In the first few days after surgery:
- Rest with your head elevated
- Take pain medication as recommended by your doctor
- Apply cool packs to the face to ease pain and reduce swelling