I don't recommend traveling to far away countries to get your face lift done, just because of the low cost of operations in such countries. Is it only the cost that you will consider? Shouldn't you also consider the safety risks inherent here? What if something goes wrong to you in a country that isn't yours? How do you call for help when you are so far away?!
Face lifts aren't to make you young from within, but to make you young from without. It's really a wonderful advancement in facial plastic surgery that is sure to only get better. Go ahead and get a face lift done, if you can afford it. You will surely be the envy of your friends and colleagues when they see that new look of yours.
Note that not every surgeon can excellently perform face lifts. There are some surgeons that are best with nose jobs than face lifts and there are some surgeons that are best with face lifts than nose jobs. Take your time to find the right surgeon for your face lift so the he or she will give you good results.
If you are afraid that scars will show up on your face after a face lift, talk to the surgeon about your fears. He or she will tell you whether you need to worry or not. But in most cases, the scars that appear after face lifts are either not conspicuous or they wear off after sometime.
It's recommended to talk to your personal doctor before undergoing a face lift. You personal doctor knows your medical history and will advise you whether to go ahead with a face lift surgery or not. He or she will know if you have any complications that won't support a face lift. So, please, never go for a face lift without first seeking the advice of your personal doctor.
If you must have a face lift but you can't afford it at the moment, there are medical loans specifically designed for covering cosmetic surgeries and other procedures. But of course , you should be very careful before applying for such loans. In other words, you should be sure you can repay such loans with ease, before applying for them.
You have to make out ample time to undergo face plastic surgery. The reason for this is because the procedure takes time to be carried out and time for recovery. Don't expect it to be a zip zap procedure.
Yes, it's true that bleeding does occur during face lifts and other such facial surgeries, but this is normal. It's not a sign of anything terrible that has gone wrong. The bleeding usually stops after the surgery is done.
Over time, during normal aging or even with weight loss, the face will change resulting in excess skin laxity, joweling, wrinkling and even elongation of the facial skeleton itself compelling patients to seek correction. A face lift helps to restore the more youthful look to your face and neck - smoothing the contours and wrinkles that aging causes. Dr. Kayser is a Michigan Plastic Surgeon who is Board Certified in Plastic surgery. As a perfectionist, Dr. Kayser will take all measures necessary to ensure that your results are the best that he can offer. Please view the extensive gallery of before and after photographs of face lift patients.
What incisions are used?
The traditional approach uses an incision that extends almost 270 degrees around the ear - beginning from behind the ear and extending around to its front and finishing up into the hair bearing scalp. The scar can be shortened in certain cases when the degree of correction is less severe. The scars are well hidden and usually fade beautifully.
How long does a face lift last?
This is one of the most commonly asked questions. The traditional answer is about 10 years, however, this depends upon various factors such as technique, facial type, quality of skin, sun exposure and, yes, smoking. Despite the fact that the process of ageing cannot be stopped, one can expect that they will tend to always look better after a face lift - at any age - than if they never had the procedure at all. Interestingly, the recent "featherlift" fad has been shown to relapse after only a year or two and although there may be less scarring, one must ask if the modest savings is worth the poor long term results?
Can other procedures be combined with a face lift?
The face can actually be divided into thirds with the traditional face lift addressing the lower two-thirds; the upper third includes the areas of the eyes and forehead. These areas can easily be combined with the face lift itself and actually help to maintain a uniform appearance.
In addition, as the face ages, it actually looses volume and current trends in facial rejuvenation include the actual transfer of your own fat to help restore the natural contours of youth. Read Dr. Kayser's article on fat grafting (Lipostructure) or call Dr. Kayser for a complete consultation to answer all your questions.
Are there any specifics points to be aware of?
Be cautious about marketing ploys that promote the "limited", "one-hour" or "short-scar/mini" face lift. These techniques remove only a small amount of skin around the ear and do not release the deep attachments that are necessary to achieve the best results. They also tend to be performed by non-plastic surgeons who often lack the proper training or who may not be comfortable in performing the appropriate procedure. Studies have shown that the best long term results occur when the deep facial or SMAS layer is resuspended rather than just the skin alone. It is the SMAS suspension that allows the best correction of the prominent facial folds and jowls of the face. Anything short of a properly performed face lift jeopardizes the final result.
What type of anesthesia is used?
A face lift is usually performed with general anesthesia although local anesthesia with IV sedation is an option. The procedure usually takes 4-5 hours and patients are best served by staying overnight so that observation for possible bleeding can be made. The office of Dr. Kayser is strategically located at 20905 East 12 Mile Road, suite 300, which is directly across from the fully accredited St. John Hospital Outpatient Surgery Center just off the I-696 and I-94 loop in the Roseville and St. Clair Shores area - a suburban community northeast of the city of Detroit, Michigan.
What can I expect after surgery?
Most patients feel that surgery was less traumatic than they expected and many patients stop taking their narcotic pain medication only a few days after surgery. A drain is placed, which is removed the next day and sutures are removed at days five and 12. Most of the bruising is resolved at 7-10 days, which is easily covered with make-up.
Follow up is very important and patients are encouraged to return to the office at six weeks, six months and a year. This allows Dr. Kayser to not only address any concerns that a patient may have but also make sure that both short and long term progress has been up to his high standards.
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