Facelift (Rhytidectomy): Indication, Procedure, Recovery, Complications & Prices

Facelift Indication

As the body gets older, the skin on the face loosens over time. This loosening of the skin causes the face to droop and causes deep skin folds. For People that are looking for an anti aging treatment for this condition, the facelift is the answer.

Facelift Procedure

A facelift is also called Rhytidectomy by doctors and clinics. This procedure involves the surgeon making an incision on the temple hair, and the front of the ear. The skin is raised outward around the lobe, and the surgeon will remove the excess skin and close the incisions using sutures and or metal clips. This procedure uses anesthesia to reduce pain and also applies dressing to the entire area where the incisions have been made.

Facelift Recovery

Most patients do not experience too much pain after this type of surgery. The doctor will still prescribe medication in the event that mild pain is felt after the Rhytidectomy. Keeping your head elevated when laying down is recommended and most people have their sutures removed within two days of the initial surgery. Typical recovery time for this anti aging treatment is about a two week period.

Facelift Complications

This anti aging treatment does have some risks associated to it as it is a surgical procedure. Some of these risks include excessive scarring and poor drainage issues. This can lead to severe swelling and bruise like features that can form around the face. Permanent skin discoloration can occur in some severe cases.

Facelift Prices

The typical price of a facelift ranges from $6,000 to $25,000 dollars. The price of the face lift completely depends on the experience of the surgeon, and the extent of the type of procedure being performed. The surgeon fee is usually about $5,000 to $6,000, but there are also extra fees which include the facility, hospital fees, anesthesiology, and more. The best practice is to research your local facilities and clinics to be able to determine and accurate estimate what the final cost will be.

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