The process of finding the right plastic surgery option can seem overwhelming if you’ve been considering it. Often, people have misconceptions about what a facelift is and what it can accomplish. When it comes to rejuvenating your appearance, a facelift is one of the best options.

It is difficult for us to recommend the exact age for a facelift because the decision to undergo a facelift is a very personal one. The skin’s condition and “genetic age” can vary between people of the same age due to different life experiences (smoking, diet, sun exposure, genetic traits).

Nevertheless, if you are older than 40 and considering a facelift, it may benefit you not to wait too long. This is because individuals in their mid-forties or early fifties still have sufficient skin elasticity to achieve optimal results.

Under the age of 30, a facelift is generally not recommended. People in their 40s, 50s, and 60s are most likely to benefit from a facelift when signs of aging begin to appear. As we age, our skin begins to show deep lines, wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging, which are best corrected with surgical techniques rather than non-surgical ones. Despite this, there is no specific age when you should consider a facelift – everyone ages differently based on a variety of factors. The best time to get a facelift is when you begin to notice signs of aging and non-surgical treatments are no longer producing the results you want.

The purpose of a face-lift is to firm and tighten the skin on the face and neck so that you appear younger. While it may remove many wrinkles, it does not alter the texture of your skin.

Stitches may be attached to your incision (cut). It will take about a week for your doctor to remove these. The incision will be covered with a bandage. It is possible that gauze will be wrapped around your head and neck. The top of your head and chin may also be covered with an elastic bandage.

There is a good chance that your face will be bruised and swollen. It is possible that the swelling will get worse before it gets better, but it is most likely to go away within one to two weeks. Bruises may appear on your neck and chest after a few days. Excess blood and bruises are drawn downward by gravity.

It will take some time to see the final results of a face lift, discuss expectations, and follow-up care with your healthcare provider.

The numerous benefits of facelifts have made them one of the most popular cosmetic procedures in the United States. An effective facelift, for example, can give a person a more youthful appearance by tightening the skin and preventing it from sagging. Wrinkles and fine lines are also diminished by facelifts. In addition, a facelift can boost your self-confidence and make you feel less self-conscious.

There are a number of variables that influence the cost of a facelift which means each patient should contact Altman Aesthetic Center for a specific quote. However, currently, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons reports that, on average, a facelift costs $8,000. Anesthesia, operating room facilities, and other related expenses are not included in this average cost. The final fee will be determined by your plastic surgeon’s office.

Facelift surgery fees vary according to the surgeon’s experience, the procedure used, and the location of the office. Facelift surgery and its complications are not covered by most health insurance plans. However, many plastic surgeons offer patient financing plans.

Facelifts are available at the Altman Aesthetic Center, call or book an appointment today to begin your transformative journey to younger-looking skin and improved self-confidence. We serve patients from Englewood Cliffs NJ, Tenafly NJ, Cresskill NJ, Alpine NJ, Fort Lee NJ, Edgewater NJ and surrounding areas.