As we age, facial changes often appear, skin loosens, lines deepen, and the jawline softens, leading to a tired or older look. If you’re considering a solution in Birmingham, a facelift performed by a skilled cosmetic surgeon can reverse many of these signs of aging using advanced techniques for a smoother, more youthful appearance.
What procedures can I combine with my facelift?
Dr. Rousso and Dr. Adams often combine brow lift techniques with facelift surgery to enhance the entire face. They can also perform blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) or skin rejuvenation treatments to deliver an even greater youthful appearance. If there is a specific procedure you’d like to request, feel free to discuss it with your plastic surgeon during your consultation. Your plastic surgeon will recommend the best treatments and procedures to help you achieve your ideal aesthetic goals.
What factors accelerate facial aging?
Genetics play a major role as to how and when the face ages. In addition to the natural aging process, there are a variety of environmental factors that can contribute to how quickly facial aging occurs. Some of these include sun exposure, personal habits, cigarette smoking, large fluctuations in weight and gravitational pull. Any combination of these factors can lead to accelerated facial aging. However, facelift surgery can correct many of these effects and rejuvenate your appearance.
What are the risks of facelift surgery?
As with any surgery, risks exist with facelift surgery. Some examples are nerve damage, infection, poor healing, scarring, fluid accumulation and reactions to anesthesia. However, the risks are few in facelift surgery, and thousands of procedures are performed every year. Your cosmetic surgeon can provide more information during your consultation.
How long do the results of a facelift last?
The results of facelift surgery last far longer than non-surgical facial rejuvenation treatments. Your results are likely to last for many years. Younger patients who undergo facelift surgery (before the age of 50) can expect even longer-lasting results. Future aging will continue as normal. To keep your skin healthy and youthful, it is important to minimize sun exposure, wear sunscreen, avoid smoking, and live a healthy lifestyle. Non-surgical treatments such as dermal fillers, skin rejuvenation treatments and neuromodulators can help maintain youthful results over time.