As you mature your skin changes quite a bit. Gravity will drag your skin down and cause it to sag while age itself makes some unwanted changes to your skin. Your skin becomes tired looking and sometimes you may even look older than you actually are. Facelifts are one common procedure that people use to help correct the changes made by gravity and age.
During a facelift the lower, loose skin on your face will be removed. An incision will be made around the ears and along the hairline. The skin is stretched to fit more tightly and the excess skin is trimmed off. The skin is then reattached around the ears and hairline. The incisions are made around the ears and hairline as in these spots they are easily hidden and minimal scarring will be visible. There is about a four month recovery time for such a procedure.
A facelift can help to reduce the appearance of sagging skin and can remove wrinkles, even those crow's feet around the eyes. Eyebrow lifts are another option to have during a facelift. When you have your initial consultation with a facelift surgeon he will advise you of your options and any additional procedures that you may benefit from.
The aging process is a natural process that everyone will go through at some stage and a facelift will not stop this process. There are things that you can do however to slow down the aging process and prolong the need for a facelift and also prolong the affects of a facelift. One big factor is your lifestyle and if you want to improve the health and appearance of your skin then you need to have a healthy diet, drink lots of water and exercise regularly. A healthy lifestyle will keep both your face and your body hydrated and in good shape. Protecting your skin from the sun's harmful rays will also help to slow the aging process.
If you are a smoker then give up smoking as this speeds up the aging process by causing the skin to become dehydrated and to lose its elasticity. Many smokers look much older than they actually are because of the damage that smoking has done to their skin.
There are other skin maintenance options that can help to keep your skin looking younger including collagen injections, laser treatments and peels and Dermabrasion. These can all keep your skin looking smooth, clear and healthy.
If you have tried these skin maintenance options and are still not happy with your skins appearance then you may want to look into having a facelift. Facelifts are invasive procedures but they do give very good results, leaving your skin looking much younger and having a positive impact on your life. You can look years younger after a facelift and this can help to improve your self esteem and self confidence.
If you are considering have a facelift surgery then don't be afraid to ask your surgeon any questions you have or concerns that you have regarding the surgery itself and also the recovery process. You will also want to make sure that your surgeon is qualified and has the right credentials for this type of surgery. You need to fully understand the procedure before going ahead so you know exactly what will be done. You will have a long recovery time and may possibly need medication to reduce inflammation. Facelift surgery isn't something you should rush into, but have a really good think about it and make sure that you are ready emotionally and physically for this surgery.
