What is a facial lift?
A facial lift, also known as a rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that aims to rejuvenate the face by removing excess skin, repositioning soft tissues, and tightening muscles. This helps to reduce wrinkles, sagging skin, and double chin, achieving a younger and more natural appearance.
Is it performed under anesthesia?
Yes, a facial lift is always performed under anesthesia to ensure patient comfort during the procedure. The type of anesthesia used can be local or general, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the patient’s preferences.
Preoperative care: what you need to know
Before undergoing a facial lift, it is important to follow a series of recommendations to ensure an optimal outcome and a safe recovery:
- Consult with a qualified maxillofacial surgeon: It is essential to choose a maxillofacial surgeon with experience in facial lifts to obtain a satisfactory result. During the consultation, the surgeon will evaluate your general health, medical history, and expectations to determine if a facial lift is right for you.
- Get the necessary preoperative tests: The surgeon will ask you to have some preoperative tests, such as blood tests and an electrocardiogram, to make sure you are in good condition for surgery.
- Quit smoking: Smoking delays healing and increases the risk of complications, so it is important to quit smoking at least two weeks before surgery.
- Avoid certain medications: Some medications, such as blood thinners and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, can increase the risk of bleeding during surgery. Talk to your doctor if you need to stop taking any of these medications before surgery.
Postoperative care: essential care
After a facial lift, it is important to follow a series of precautions to promote recovery and achieve the best results:
- Follow your surgeon’s instructions: The surgeon will give you specific instructions on how to care for your face after surgery. It is important to follow these instructions exactly to avoid complications.
- Apply cold compresses: Applying cold compresses to the operated area for the first few days after surgery can help reduce swelling and pain.
- Elevate your head: Sleeping with your head elevated for the first few nights after surgery can help reduce swelling.
- Avoid strenuous physical activity: It is important to avoid strenuous physical activity for the first few weeks after surgery.
- Protect your face from the sun: The skin on your face will be more sensitive after surgery, so it is important to protect it from the sun with a high-protection sunscreen for at least six months.
Who is a facial lift recommended for?
A facial lift is recommended for people who have visible signs of aging on their face, such as deep wrinkles, sagging skin on the upper eyelids, double chin, and nasolabial folds. It is important to have realistic expectations about the results of a facial lift and to understand that it is not a permanent solution to aging.
At Clínica Pérez Villar in Santander, we have a team of qualified maxillofacial surgeons with extensive experience in facial lifts. We offer you personalized and close attention so that you can achieve the best results and a safe recovery.
Request a consultation at our clinic and we will inform you without obligation about the facial lift.
