Face Lift surgery doesn’t stop the aging process, but it can address the effects of aging on a temporary basis, making a person appear up to a decade younger. It can also address the effects of heredity, sun exposure, pollution, and smoking. All of this has contributed to the continued popularity of Face Lift surgery.

There is usually only a little pain associated with a Face Lift. Any drains that have been installed may be removed within 4 days. Although most residual swelling typically disappears within a few days, patients can expect swelling, discoloration and bruising for up to 10 days. Patients will also feel a sense of tightness and numbness for the same period. A compression garment may be required for up to 3 weeks, and strenuous activity and exercise should be avoided for six weeks.

Patients may expect a rejuvenated and more youthful appearance to emerge after about 10 days. Face Lift surgery scars typically start off pink in color for the first few months and become even less visible as time passes. Furthermore, because the scars are primarily located near the hairline and in the natural creases of the skin, they are usually not very visible to begin with.

While a Face Lift will rejuvenate the patient’s appearance significantly and its effects can last for years, the aging process continues nonetheless. The results of Face Lift surgery are different for every patient. Face Lifts cannot improve skin texture or quality. While some patients may have only one Face Lift, others may have a second Face Lift seven to fifteen years later.