{"id":1158,"date":"2013-09-09T09:01:55","date_gmt":"2013-09-09T09:01:55","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.smartlipo.com\/oldblog\/?p=1158"},"modified":"2013-09-09T09:02:43","modified_gmt":"2013-09-09T09:02:43","slug":"the-ultimate-face-lifts-faq","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smartlipo.com\/blog\/the-ultimate-face-lifts-faq\/","title":{"rendered":"The Ultimate Face Lifts FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"

A face lift is done for a variety of reasons, and is one of the most common cosmetic surgery procedures. Patients who are looking to tighten the skin in their face and lift certain areas of the face, are good candidates for the procedure. Here is some more information about the fact lift procedure and why it might be a good fit for you.<\/p>\n

Who can get the face lift surgery?<\/b><\/p>\n

Just about everyone can get a face lift, but surgeons will have certain criteria that makes you a good candidate. You will need to be in good physical health, with a healthy lifestyle as this helps with the healing process. They would rather not give face lifts to people who don\u2019t follow a healthy diet, fail to hydrate properly, don\u2019t take care of their skin or who smoke or do drugs regularly. This gets in the way of healing properly after the procedure. They will also want to make sure you are psychologically healthy before performing the face lift.<\/p>\n

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What age is a face lift good for?<\/b><\/p>\n

It doesn\u2019t matter how old you are, whether you are old or young when getting a face lift. Typically, however, it is done on patients that are 40-50 years old. The reason is because at this age, you have more loose skin problems on your face or neck. If you are younger or older than this, you can also get a face lift as long as you are physically and emotionally healthy enough for it.<\/p>\n

What will my face look like afterward?<\/b><\/p>\n

Many patients who are hesitant of face lifts worry about the final results and if it will be obvious to others. While people who see you often are going to notice the change between how you looked before, the casual observer will have no idea you got it done. This is, of course, depending on the quality of your surgeon. It is another reason you should research your plastic surgeon before choosing them.<\/p>\n

What are the different types of face lifts?<\/b><\/p>\n

There are indeed multiple types of face lift procedures. They include a traditional face lift which is most common, along with an endoscopic facelift, thread face lift, and a mini or mid face lift.<\/p>\n

Is the procedure painful?<\/b><\/p>\n

A face lift is considered a slightly extensive procedure, but the pain afterward is minimal. You will have the most discomfort shortly after surgery and for the first few days. After that, you can resume your normal activities. Because of the location of this procedure, most activities are easy to do. Sleeping on your side, eating and brushing your teeth are the only activities that are difficult before it heals.<\/p>\n

What anesthesia is used?<\/b><\/p>\n

You have a choice between local and general anesthesia for the face lift. Most patients prefer local anesthesia as you are asleep during the procedure and awake when it is over. However, some surgeons like you to get general anesthesia. Speak to your surgeon about which type of anesthesia is best.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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