For those who are interested in face lift surgery (rhytidectomy), it tightens the skin on the lower and upper face of a patient. Some people may think that their face looks excessively old or tired; this may be due to the continued force of gravity, which results in sagging or drooping of the face or facial creases such as the deep folds around the mouth, or even the hanging skin under the chin - facelift surgery will benefit these patients the most. Cosmetic surgery, face lift procedures in particular are some of the most popular procedures that both men and women choose. Most patients, who have undergone this surgery, appear more youthful as the skin is tauter and the patient appears more to seem more wide awake. 

This cosmetic procedure can be performed in a number of ways, based on the decisions made by the patient. This surgical procedure is done under general anesthetic, and the doctor uses tiny incisions to ensure that the skin is pulled slightly tauter across your face. Most of these incisions are made in the hair of the temple, around the ear and back into the hair behind the ear. Through these small incisions, skin and tissue is lifted slightly, and pulled back to tighten the lower face and upper neck area. Dedicated focus is given in ensuring that the skin is smoothed out, but not to the extent that the patient appears “air brushed”. Sometimes staples are used to close the upper layer of the incision, and these are removed a few days after surgery.

It is not uncommon for an eye lift surgery, brow lift or lipoplasty to be performed concurrently with the face lift. The patient will be required to stay in the hospital for one night for observation. Movement is restricted for five days post surgery, but bandages should be removed within 24 hours after the surgery. Full sensation in the face should return within a few months. There will be some bruising and puffiness, but side effects should be minor. A face lift procedure is a safe surgery, so enjoy a more youthful appearance as you skin becomes smooth and wrinkle free.