Below are some of the most frequently asked questions patients have about plastic surgury issues.  If you have any other questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, we would love to hear from you.

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A facelift is a highly individualized procedure and you should do it for yourself, not to fulfill someone else’s desires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image.

Facelift surgery is a good option for you if:

·         You are physically healthy

·         You don’t smoke

·         You have a positive outlook and specific, but realistic goals in mind for the improvement of your appearance

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Enhancing your appearance with a facelift

If you are bothered by the signs of aging in your face, a facelift may be right for you. Technically known as rhytidectomy, a facelift is a surgical procedure to improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck, such as:

·         Sagging in the midface

·         Deep creases below the lower eyelids

·         Deep creases along the nose extending to the corner of the mouth

·         Fat that has fallen or is displaced

·         Loss of muscle tone in the lower face may create jowls

·         Loose skin and excess fatty deposits under the chin and jaw can make even a person of normal weight appear to have a double chin

Rejuvenation procedures typically performed in conjunction with a facelift are brow lift, to correct a sagging or deeply furrowed brow, and eyelid surgery to rejuvenate aging eyes
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As a restorative surgery, a facelift does not change your fundamental appearance and cannot stop the aging process.

A facelift can only be performed surgically; non-surgical rejuvenation treatments cannot achieve the same results, but may help delay the time at which a facelift becomes appropriate and complement the results of surgery.

 

 
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Most facelift surgeries are associated with some bruising. The degree of bruising depends on the surgical technique and the patient's own tendency to bruise. The bruising will gradually fade in appearance and move in the direction of gravity. It is therefore expected that the discoloration from bruising will gradually diminish and migrate down the face in the first few days following surgery.
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It may take several months for swelling to fully dissipate and up to 6 months for incision lines to mature. Life-long sun protection will help to maintain your rejuvenated appearance by minimizing photo-aging or sun damage. In addition, a healthy lifestyle will also help extend the results of your rejuvenated, more youthful appearance.
A: A facelift (medically known as rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure that smoothes loose skin on the face and neck, tightens underlying tissues and muscles, and removes excess fat. It is one of the most popular cosmetic procedures performed in the United States today.
A: There are many possibilities involved in a facelift. Loss of elasticity in the skin along with deflation needs to be addressed. Some patients will need volume replacement which can be achieved with facial fillers and/or fat grafting, to fully restore their youthful look. Others will only have their muscles, tissues, and skin tightened. A specialist in facial cosmetic surgery, like Dr. Benchetrit  have the experience and knowledge to make decisions for every facelift patient that results in a greatly improved appearance.
Aesthetics will be a top concern for Dr. Benchetrit and he will make sure that your restored, vibrant face fits naturally with your body and your original appearance.  Dr. Benchetrit's experience allows him to properly assess which procedures are necessary for each patient. A good cosmetic surgeon will listen carefully to your wishes and expectations before deciding how to go about your facelift with you.
A: A moderate recovery time can be expected following your facelift. You will need to take it easy and follow our orders to the letter following this procedure. Typically, patients are back to their regular routine after only a few weeks. Scarring is minimal with a facelift.