Aging is the foremost reason that contributes to the loss of youthfulness and overall appeal. Facial aging is a very distressing concern for many men and women who wish to look young and vibrant. Fortunately, contemporary advancements in plastic and reconstructive surgery allow surgeons to provide minimally invasive aesthetic procedures and help people achieve their aesthetic goals.
Improves the Overall Facial Appearance
Facial rejuvenation procedures such as face lift surgery have thus become popular with more and more men and women becoming aware of its many benefits. Though the results of a well-performed surgery may last around 10 years, the longevity of the results would depend on several factors.
Usually surgeons keep photographs of the patients before the treatment, just after the treatment, and during follow-ups in 3 months, 6 months and so on. These photos highlight the positive changes brought about by the specific treatment and how far they are maintained. Innovative computer programs can correctly identify the key aspects of the face including the jowl and neck and changes and improvements can be correctly evaluated. Additional assessment techniques such as showing it to other recognized surgeons, nurses and lay people would also be used to have a more objective and precise opinion.
Factors that Determine the Longevity of Facelift Surgery Results
A number of factors including the following determine the longevity of a successful facelift procedure:
- Quality of the procedure
- Genetics
- Exposure to the sun
- Lifestyle and habits
- Skin type and elasticity
- Overall health before and after surgery
A person who is a habitual smoker and who doesn’t restrict the habit following the treatment can’t maintain the results for long whereas a non-smoker can enjoy long-lasting attractive results. Many health conditions such as extreme weight gain or weight loss can affect the results. Of course, even a perfect facelift may not be able to make the results last for a lifetime. The results will fade over time but you can experience it for as long as possible with a healthy lifestyle.