Who is a good candidate for face lift surgery?

Anyone who wants a younger looking face, wants to turn the clock back and anyone at any age who has skin laxity to face and neck area can have face lift.

Is a facelift performed under general anesthesia?

It can be done both under general and/ or local with IV sedation, but general is used more often.

How long before I can resume normal activities after my facelift?

Approximately 10 days or more is needed to majority of swelling and bruising to disappear, so it will take the same time for the patient to be seen in public.

How do I find a qualified surgeon in my area?

Ask your friends and interview your local plastic surgeons by visiting them in office and looking at their before and after photos and talk to previous patients.

What is a facelift?

As people grow older, the natural aging process, genetic influences, exposure to the sun and many other factors can cause wrinkles and sag to facial skin and neck which can be corrected with face lift. A board-certified plastic surgeon can tighten the facial muscles and skin along with neck area to turn the clock back and rejuvenate face and neck. This procedure can be done with eyes tuck at the same time. Please refer to my website, www.ccrsatlanta.com for more info.

What are the benefits of a facelift procedure?

Younger, youthful appearances.

Are there significant risks associated with facelift surgery?

Like any surgeries, face lift can have risks such as swelling, bruising, scarring, pain, loss of skin, discoloration, loss of sensation, nerve damage, etc.

What are the objectives of facelift?

To appear younger and rejuenated. To be able to compete in the job market where younger people are more likely to be selected. To feel young and enjoy life.

What is the basic procedure of Facelift?

Call my office at 770-951-7595 for more information.

Can I expect permanent results from a facelift?

Nothing can be permanent. The procedure can last anywhere from 10-15 years and depending at what age the procedure is done and as people live longer, this procedure may be repeated once.

Is there a common technique for facelift procedures?

There are many techniques that can be done to tighten the muscles shorten the scars. Your plastic surgeon can help you decide which procedure is best to give you the youthful look.