A facelift is a cosmetic procedure that helps to reduce the signs of aging on the face. As you grow older, it is natural for the skin to lose its elasticity. It starts to sag, then it develops wrinkles. A facelift helps to remove excess skin, fat, and wrinkles. It tightens and smoothens the facial muscles. A facelift focuses on the lower part of the face including the neck area. There is no fixed age for people to get facelifts.
 

People have different features and lifestyle. Genetics also plays a part in people’s faces. It is advisable to get a facelift as early as you notice the changes for optimum results. Some procedures are more advanced than others. Here is a guide on how you can go about it.

 

If You Are Above the Age of 35

It is rare for people to have a facelift in their thirties. However, it is a social norm for people to have cosmetic surgery now. For people in their thirties, minimally invasive procedures are the best. Derma fillers and Botox are good if you are at that age. They reduce mild wrinkles and lines. You can also get lip fillers to remove wrinkles around the mouth and shape your lips.
 

Micro-needling is also good for enhancing smooth texture on your skin. For mild wrinkles and frown lines, TCA chemical peels work well. You can also opt for dermabrasion to soften mild lines and wrinkles. All these are minimally invasive procedures that you can have before thinking of a facelift.

 

If You Are Above the Age of 45

When you get to 45 years, then you can start to consider a facelift. Getting a facelift at this age gives you better and long-lasting results. At this age, your skin still has enough elasticity and good circulation. A facelift works well for lifting sagging jowls.
 

You can combine a facelift with fat transfer. Fat is harvested from other parts of your body and deposited on your face. It restored volume and reduces visible lines. It fixes severe laxity and deep lines. When you get a proper facelift at age 45, it can last for close to 10 years without revision.

 

If You Are Above the Age of 50

At fifty, most people have follow-up procedures. A secondary facelift is common at this age. If you are having the procedure for the first time, the results may not be as good as they would be if you were 40. Pan facial rejuvenation is recommended at this stage. It helps to rejuvenate the whole lower face and neck area. A neck lift is also recommended at this stage for better results.

 

If You Are 60 Years and Above

Most people feel younger than they look in their 60. They are at a stage in life where they are almost being ushered into senior life. It is rare to see first-time patients at 60. Most of them are going in for a follow-up procedure. However, getting a facelift at 60 is still possible.

 

For more information on facelifts, visit Alan Matarasso MD. at our office in New York, New York. You can also call 212-249-7500 to book an appointment.