FACE PROCEDURES
Face Lift
A face lift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that improves visible signs of aging in the face and neck. It can correct relaxation of the skin of the face causing sagging, deepening of the fold lines between the nose and corner of the mouth, fat that has fallen or has disappeared, jowls developing in the cheeks and jaw, and loose skin and excess fat of the neck that can appear as a double chin or “turkey neck”. Other procedures that might be performed in conjunction with a face lift are brow lift and eyelid surgery to rejuvenate aging eyes.
At a Glance
CANDIDATE
• Healthy individuals who do not have medical conditions that impair healing
• Nonsmokers
• Individuals with a positive outlook and realistic expectations
PROCEDURE
A face lift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that improves visible signs of aging in the face and neck.
LENGTH OF PROCEDURE
5 hours
Anesthesia
General anesthesia
RECOVERY
You will have several follow-up appointments. The first appointment is in 24-48 hours after surgery for initial dressing change. The next appointment is at one week after surgery where your health, recovery, and wounds will be assessed, and sutures removed. A third appointment is usually scheduled for one or two weeks later as needed.
DOWNTIME
Avoid any vigorous physical activity, exercise, running, etc. for the first three weeks after surgery.
Procedure Planning
A pre-surgical visit with Dr. Wages will be scheduled 2 weeks before your face lift surgery to finalize your measurements, review the procedure, complete all paperwork, and get you ready for your surgery which will be performed on an outpatient basis. You will come in the day before your surgery for final markings. If you smoke it is important to quit as smoking affects the healing process.
Experience
You will be guided from initial contact by our team with specific information about your procedure. When we schedule a face lift consultation, you will be sent information to read before you meet Dr. Wages. Your consultation includes a comprehensive, thorough examination with bio-dimensional measurements, and a review of the procedure and recovery. We work with you in a team approach to help you achieve your desired outcome.
Recovery
Take it easy the first 24 hours after your face lift surgery. You will be given specific post-operative instructions by Dr. Wages to follow to ensure a safe and speedy recovery. Immediately after surgery your healing begins, and in the days and weeks to follow your will see your results emerge. You can expect continuous improvement with your full healing in 3-6 months.