Facelift

Arrowhead Plastic Surgeons offers facelifts to patients in Toledo, Maumee, Perrysburg, Bowling Green, Findlay, Sylvania and the surrounding areas.

What is a Facelift?

Also known as rhytidectomy, a facelift can be done to help restore a more youthful contour. It's best for people who want to improve signs of aging in the face, including deep creases below the lower eyelids and between the nose and mouth, as well as jowls and a hanging neck.

Remember that the goal of a facelift is to rejuvenate, not remake the face. To see facelift before and after pictures, to discuss facelift prices or simply to learn more about the procedure, set up your consultation today.

How is a Facelift Performed?

Facelifts are generally performed under general anesthesia, taking between two and five hours to complete. A small incision will be made going around the ear and sometimes into the hairline. The sagging skin of the cheek and neck is elevated, the underling muscle tightened, and the skin is then trimmed to fit the new contour.

Am I a Good Candidate for a Facelift?

You may be a good candidate for a facelift if you have fairly good skin tone and elasticity, and you're unhappy with any of the following:

• Deep creases below the lower lids or between the nose and the corner of the mouth
• Sagging facial skin
• Jowls (loss of muscle tone in the lower portion of the face)
• Hanging neck or loose skin below the jaw

Most patients that we see from the Toledo/Maumee/Perrysburg area are 50 years or older, but some younger patients who are looking to combat signs of premature aging may still be candidates. Discuss your medical history and goals with your doctor prior to surgery.

What Kind of Post-Operative Facelift Care Can I Expect?

You may experience some tightness of the skin and mild discomfort following the facelift procedure, which can be eased with medicine that your doctor will prescribe. While most of the swelling will go down after a couple of days, facial puffiness may last up to two weeks.

During your post-op period, you should sleep upright in bed and apply cold compresses to reduce the swelling. In addition, your doctor will advise you to refrain from strenuous activity for about six weeks.

What are the Typical Results of a Facelift?

You can expect tighter, smoother and more youthful looking skin following your facelift procedure. Without the deep wrinkles and sagging skin, your face will appear refreshed and rejuvenated. And although this procedure can take years off your face, it does not stop the aging process, so you may need to consider another procedure in about 10 years.

To see the dramatic results for yourself, browse some facelift before and after pictures.

What are Maumee Facelift Costs?

There is no clear-cut facelift cost, as each patient has individual issues and goals. The best time to discuss facelift prices is during your one-on-one consultation with the doctor.

Here at Arrowhead Plastic Surgeons, we are committed to giving patients the most natural outcome possible. Call us today to schedule your appointment.