If you are looking for a solution to aging signs, a facelift could be the answer. The ideal candidate for a surgical facelift is between 40 and 60 years of age, with facial skin that is healthy enough to adapt and adjust after the surgery. It also helps to have a well-defined bone structure to assist the surgeon as a framework for your face. Facelifts can be done on people who are older than 60, dependent on their facial features and condition of their skin.
Aging is one of the elements of life that we all will face at some point. As we age, our skin loses elasticity and collagen, which is the main structural protein of the human skin. As a result, wrinkles and fine lines can form on specific areas of our facial skin, including around the eyes and mouth. This also leads to sagginess in the neck because of the collagen and elastin loss in the skin. Along with constant exposure to the sun and gravitational pull, the facial skin will prominently show sings of aging as we get older.
Consulting a Surgeon on a Facelift
If you are interested in a facelift and think that you might be an ideal candidate, you can book a consultation with one of our professional surgeons to talk you through the procedure and assess you. Your surgeon can point out how a facelift can address various your specific problematic areas and if the surgery would be a viable option for you. Therefore, you can make an informed decision on whether go through with it. Your surgeon can also guide you on how to properly prepare for the surgery and what to expect from the results.
What Happens After the Surgery?
A surgical facelift takes place under general anaesthesia and is performed in a day hospital. Therefore, you can go home after your surgery without the need to stay overnight. You can expect slight levels of discomfort afterwards, but not severe pain during your recovery. If you experience any discomfort, you can control it with prescribed painkillers. Since there are many painkillers that influence blood coagulation, it is crucial to avoid them and only take the prescribed medication instead. Smokers should also refrain from smoking for a period before and after the surgery. This optimise oxygen flow in the body to optimise cellular healing.
Centurion Cosmetic Clinic is your first choice regarding cosmetic surgical procedures for women and men in Gauteng. Please contact us today with any enquiries or to book a consultation with one of our professional surgeons.
