Facelift in Orange County

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A facelift tones loose skin on the lower face and neck to improve your appearance and help you look younger with minimized signs of aging.

Reasons to Choose a Facelift

Those who desire a facelift often do so because they struggle with loose skin on the lower face in the appearance of jowls. Most patients who choose a facelift are between 40 and 60 years and want to improve how they look and feel. On average, patients who have had a facelift appear nearly 12 years younger than before the procedure. They often experience an improvement in their quality of life, as well.

If you are interested in a facelift, you should be a healthy, nonsmoker and have realistic expectations for the outcome of the surgery. It is important to maintain a healthy skin care routine after surgery, as this will prolong the benefits of your facelift.

FAQ About a Facelift in Orange County

The surgical team at UC Irvine often fields questions about facelift surgery. Here are some of the most commonly asked questions and answers. If you have other questions, please consult with your plastic surgeon at UC Irvine.

How does it work?

A facelift is an advanced surgical technique in which your plastic surgeon may incorporate a variety of techniques. Most commonly, it is performed with a local anesthetic and you will sleep through the procedure. After your face has been cleansed, your plastic surgeon will make incisions behind your hairline at your temples, extending down in front of your ear and ending behind your earlobe. These will be hidden in the natural contours of your skin. From here, your plastic surgeon will separate the tissues and remove any excess skin or tissue that leads to the drooping appearance of your lower face. When the appropriate amount of tissue has been removed, your plastic surgeon will close the incisions with sutures and apply a surgical dressing.

What happens after surgery?

Following your facelift, you will need a ride home and someone to help you at home for several days. The recovery time for a facelift can be up to three weeks. During this time, you will have a protective bandage on your head that may need to be changed out. It is not uncommon to experience swelling and discomfort during this time. Your plastic surgeon will prescribe medication to manage any pain. You will need to take care to keep your head elevated for several days. After one week, your sutures may be removed.

Why should I choose UC Irvine for a facelift?

Given the advanced nature of facelift techniques, the plastic surgery team at UC Irvine is the ideal group of doctors to turn to for this procedure. They stay up to date on advances in aesthetic surgery and thus you will receive the safest and most effective care with them.

What are the most common risks involved with a facelift?

Risks and side effects from a facelift are not common but may include infection, hematoma and nerve damage. If you have questions about possible side effects, we encourage you to ask your plastic surgeon about them during your consultation.

To schedule your consultation about a facelift in southern California, please contact the plastic surgery team at UC Irvine today. You can reach us at 714‐456‐3077 or email us to learn more about facelift surgery in Orange County.