Is a Facelift Right for You?
Here’s what you should know about getting board-certified Colorado Springs facelift surgery, rhytidectomy:
The medical term for a facelift is rhytidectomy. This procedure can improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck, such as sagging in the midface, deep creases below the lower eyelids, deep creases along the nose extending to the corner of the mouth, fat that has fallen or is displaced, loss of muscle tone in the lower face creating jowls, or loose skin and excess fatty deposits causing the appearance of a double chin.
A facelift does not change your fundamental appearance and cannot stop the aging process. A facelift can only be performed surgically; non-surgical rejuvenation treatments cannot achieve the same results, but may help delay the time at which a facelift becomes appropriate and complement the results of surgery.
Mayo Clinic-trained and board-certified plastic surgeon, Gregory J. Liebscher, MD, FACS, offers various facelift procedures to enhance or reconstruct your facial features with a facelift. The results are amazingly natural and pleasing … quite literally, you’ll feel more comfortable when going out to ‘face’ the world.
VIDEO: Colorado Springs Facelift Surgery
In this video, Dr. Greg Liebscher explains the facelift surgery procedure and the associated risks and likely outcomes:
Who are candidates for facelift surgery?
A facelift is a highly individualized procedure and you should do it for yourself, not to fulfill someone else’s desires or to try to fit any sort of ideal image. Facelift surgery is a good option for individuals who:
- are physically healthy
- don’t smoke
- have a positive outlook and specific, but realistic goals in mind for the improvement of appearance
Possible complications associated with facelifts may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- nerve injury—nerves that control the facial muscles could be damaged. This is usually a temporary post-operative condition.
- infection and anesthesia reaction—as with any type of surgery, there is a risk of infection and a reaction to the anesthesia.
- hematoma—a hematoma, blood that collects under the skin, could occur. They are generally removed by the physician.
- slower healing process (for some people)—smokers, in particular, may find that the healing process following a facelift is slower than normal.
Some medical conditions make facelift surgery more risky, including, but not limited to, the following:
- thyroid problems
- dry eyes
- lack of sufficient tears
- high blood pressure
- circulatory disorders
- cardiovascular disease
- diabetes
- detached retina
- glaucoma
Facelift Procedure Details
Although each procedure varies, generally, facelift surgeries follow this process:
- Location options may include:
- surgeon’s office-based surgical facility
- outpatient surgery center
- hospital outpatient
- hospital inpatient
- Anesthetic options may include:
- general anesthesia
- local anesthesia, combined with a sedative (allows the patient to remain awake but relaxed) for adults
- Average length of procedure:
several hours or longer, if more than one procedure is being performed - Some possible short-term side effects of surgery:
- significant discomfort after surgery is not unusual
- temporary numbness of the skin
Understanding Your Risks
Important: You should understand that the circumstances and experience of every individual will be unique. If you’re considering cosmetic plastic surgery, you’re welcome to consult with Dr. Liebscher for further information about the particular procedure and what you expect. In addition, please note that all surgery carries some uncertainty and risk, including the possibility of infection, bleeding, blood clots, and adverse reactions to the anesthesia. You can obviously reduce your risks by choosing a qualified plastic surgeon, such as Dr. Gregory Liebscher, and closely follow his or her advice, both before and after surgery.
Insurance
Acceptable payment for procedures and consultations includes cash, major credit card, and most insurances (BCBS, Aetna, Cigna, Cofinity, Great West, Humana/Choice Care, Kaiser, Medical Network, Tricare, RMHP, United Health Care). Financing is also available.
About Dr. Greg Liebscher
Gregory J. Liebscher, MD, FACS, is a Mayo Clinic-trained, ASPS Member Surgeon, & ABPS board-certified plastic surgeon. Learn more about Dr. Liebscher and his credentials:
» More about: Colorado Springs Facelift Surgeon, Greg Liebscher, MD, FACS
» More about: American Society of Plastic Surgeons (plasticsurgery.org)
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