Regain Your Youth With Face Lift Surgery

Written by Chelsea Kim. Posted in Anti-Aging Treatment, Facial Plastic Surgery

Korean plastic surgery is all the buzz in the news, with beautiful doll-looking Korean ladies gracing television screens through K-drama and music videos. Face lift surgery is the most popular anti-aging surgery that can be done to help you regain your youth. This brings about a number of aesthetic benefits that can help you feel better about your appearance. A procedure like this aims to improve the elasticity and firmness of the skin. Many women undergo this procedure each year, however there are also a lot of men who have decided to get a face lift, too.

Who is the best candidate?

The best candidate for this type of surgery are men and women who are over forty years of age. Those who have fine lines or obvious signs of aging will most benefit from this procedure. Rhytidectomy is best for those who have deep wrinkles, crows feet, forehead creases and other signs of aging seen in the face. Folds and fat deposits can sometimes be seen in the neck area. Those who have this are the best candidates for rhytidectomy.

What speeds up the signs of aging?

Wrinkles and sagging of the skin occur naturally as you age. You might first start to wrinkle that small crease on your forehead when you frown. As time goes by, you start to see other signs pop up. People age differently, and wrinkles or other signs of aging do not manifest at a particular age. It can happen any time, depending on your habits. Sun damage, smoking, drinking and drugs can rapidly speed up the signs of aging. Free radicals from inside your body can also contribute to the many signs of aging. Fortunately, you can get your youth back by undergoing rhytidectomy.

How is the procedure done?

Small incisions are done on the head, particularly in the temple are and around the ears. The face is tightened and re-positioned in the area where the skin is detached from the tissue. Facial muscles are also improved and tightened along with the removal of excess tissue. The patient can look forward to a more youthful looking appearance.

Recovery after surgery

Right after the procedure, the doctor will wrap your head losely with bandages to avoid swelling and bruising. Although minor discomfort caused by the surgery cannot be avoided, a qualified doctor will be able to prescribe medication to help alleviate the pain. To ensure a speedy recovery, it is recommended that all patients who undergo this type of surgery to follow their doctor's face lift guide which includes bed rest and applying a cold compress on the affected areas.

Sagging skin, wrinkles and fine lines cannot be avoided as you age. No matter how many beauty creams you put on each night, losing the elasticity of your skin is inevitable. Fortunately, you can look your and fresh again with the help of rhytidectomy. A qualified doctor can help you regain your youth through face lift surgery so that you can look younger and feel more confident.