Facelift

What is a face lift and how is it done?

Today, the methods of rejuvenation and beauty improvement are very diverse and advanced. Specialists have been able to introduce effective treatment for many skin injuries. Treatments that may not have a permanent effect, but have a high level of effectiveness and satisfaction among people. One of the most popular facial beauty procedures in the world is face lift. A method that can reduce wrinkles, sagging skin and deep lines on it. Face lifting is done with different techniques, and face lift surgery can be introduced as one of the most effective treatments.

When is it necessary to perform face lift surgery?
The appearance and shape of the face changes with age. Loose, weak and sagging skin does not easily return to its original form. The amount of fat under the skin is reduced in some parts of the face and increases inappropriately in other areas such as under the chin and cheeks. Factors such as unprincipled diet and lack of body water are also effective in changing the appearance of the face. Therefore, due to the lack of collagen, the skin loses its elasticity, its smoothness and youth are lost.

In this situation, face lifting will be a suitable treatment. This method can improve the following skin problems:
• Sagging and loose cheeks
• Excess skin around the chin
• Deep lines around the nose and mouth
• Sagging skin, excess fat and skin in the neck area

Who are candidates for face lift surgery?
In general, face lift surgery is an effective treatment for most patients. In the meantime, people who have not completely lost elasticity in the skin, despite having a lot of skin sagging, respond better to this procedure. But this method will not be an effective treatment for people with wrinkles and superficial lines and low sagging on the skin.

People usually decide to do this procedure at the age of 40-60 when signs of aging can be seen on the skin. However, no age is recommended as the best age for facelift surgery. People affected by genetics, environmental factors and lifestyle may seek treatment at a younger or older age.

What are the benefits of face lift surgery?
Undoubtedly, among the various face lifting methods, face lift surgery will be one of the most effective treatments to reduce sagging skin and smooth deep lines and rejuvenation. Compared to other treatment methods, the effectiveness of face lift surgery is more durable and lasting on the skin. Unlike other lifting methods, there is no need for restoration and reminder sessions in the short term.

During the operation, the doctor makes changes on the muscles under the skin, as a result of which the muscles become tighter and the skin is lifted and smoothed. For people who have suffered skin damage due to accidents such as car accidents or genetic diseases, according to the type of damage, face lift surgery may be suggested as one of the treatment methods.

How is the face lift performed?
Face lift surgery must be performed in a hospital or a reputable medical center under the supervision of a surgeon. This operation may cause side effects such as hair loss, damage to facial nerves, pain, bruising and other possible side effects. Therefore, the elderly and people with underlying diseases such as blood pressure, diabetes, heart diseases and glandular problems should consult a specialist before performing this procedure; Because their body may not be able to withstand the operation and the recovery period.

Face lift surgery begins with anesthesia of the patient. The anesthesia chosen for the person will be done according to the operation and the patient's condition. In some patients, only part of the body is numbed with local anesthetic injection. In another method, general anesthesia, which is a better choice, is performed when the person is asleep.

After the patient is ready, the surgeon makes incisions on the surface of the skin by specifying the necessary areas for cutting and lifting. The face lift operation includes raising the sagging skin and tightening the muscles. Depending on the amount of subcutaneous fat, it may be low, high or transferred to other places. After making the necessary changes under the cut skin, the skin is stretched to the specified points. Next, the excess and fallen skin will be cut and stitching will begin.

What is the recovery period of face lift operation?
The recovery period of face lift surgery in different patients will be 3 weeks to 2 months on average. Immediately after the operation, you may experience swelling, bruising and numbness. After the anesthesia wears off, there is a possibility of symptoms of pain and mild pressure.

After the patient is discharged from the hospital, the doctor will schedule re-examination sessions to monitor the patient's condition until full recovery. One to two days after the operation, the surgeon may remove the drainage tubes from under the skin after removing the bandages and place a new bandage on the wounds. After a week, if the condition of the wounds improves, the doctor will remove the stitches.