Q: How long is recovery from a facelift?

Dr. Azouz’s Facelift patients in Dallas are typically back to light work or desk duties within a few days following their procedure. For more strenuous activities such as contact sports or skiing it usually takes approximately six weeks.

Question 1

Does a facelift make you look younger?

Accepted Answer

Yes, a facelift can give you a younger appearance. A facelift can improve:n&bull;tFine linesn&bull;tWrinklesn&bull;tTurkey neckn&bull;tJowelsn&bull;tSagging and lax skinn&bull;tJaw Line Fatn&bull;tFat under the neckn&bull;tProminent nasolabial foldsn&bull;tA sad or tired-looking appearancen&bull;tMarionette lines

Question 2

How can I tighten loose skin on my face?

Accepted Answer

The most effective way to tighten the skin on the face is to undergo a double-layer facelift.

Question 3

How do I get rid of my double chins?

Accepted Answer

Double chin treatment can be achieved with a facelift and neck liposuction.  Some patients&rsquo; can improve a double chin with liposuction of the submandibular jaw and neck without a facelift.

Question 4

How do I reduce swelling in my face?

Accepted Answer

After a facelift, Dr. Azouz will instruct you to sleep with your head slightly elevated and to use cold packs when desired to reduce the appearance of swelling.

Question 5

How do I tighten my jawline?

Accepted Answer

A surgical facelift or liposuction of the submandibular jaw and neck can create a more defined and tight jawline.

Question 6

How do I prepare for a facelift?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Azouz will instruct you on the specific things you need to do or avoid prior to a facelift, including certain medications, substances, and supplements. Dr. Azouz suggests avoiding all nicotine products preoperatively and postoperatively with all of his surgical procedures.

Question 7

How long after a facelift can I exercise?

Accepted Answer

During each postoperative appointment Dr. Azouz will advise you on which activities you can incorporate back into your daily routine. In most cases, Dr. Azouz advised his facelift patients to avoid strenuous activities like heavy exercising for up to six weeks.

Question 8

How long does facelift last?

Accepted Answer

A facelift technically is permanent meaning if one identical twin was to have a facelift and the other didn&rsquo;t, the face lifted twin would always have a more youthful appearance as compared to his or her twin.  That being said it is typical that facelift results can last approximately ten to fifteen years before the normal signs of aging reoccur.

Question 9

How long does it take for bruising on the face to go away?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Azouz has many techniques to decreasing bruising after a facelift. Dr. Azouz uses special medications intraoperatively to reduce bruising and swelling and recommends Arnica and Bromelain before and after a facelift.  The majority of the minimal bruising dissipates within a week of the procedure.

Question 10

How long is recovery from a facelift?

Accepted Answer

Dr. Azouz&rsquo;s Facelift patients in Dallas are typically back to light work or desk duties within a few days following their procedure. For more strenuous activities such as contact sports or skiing it usually takes approximately six weeks.

Question 11

How do you reduce swelling after a facelift?

Accepted Answer

After a facelift, Dr. Azouz instructs his patients to sleep with your head slightly elevated. He may also suggest using cold packs to reduce the appearance of swelling.

Question 12

What is best age for facelift?

Accepted Answer

While most patients consider having a facelift in their 50s or 60s there is no specific age that a patient should be before having a facelift or eyelid surgery.  Dr. Azouz has performed facelifts on patients in their 30s to patients in their 80s.   Even some young patients may have excess skin, volume (fat) and bone loss, which causes their appearance to no longer reflect their chronologic age. Some patients may look older than other patients of the same age or feel much younger than their chronologic age, meaning the right time for a facelift in Dallas will be unique to their goals.  It&rsquo;s important to note that facelift surgery can make the face and neck look as much as ten to twenty years younger in the hands of a board certified plastic surgeon.

Question 13

How can I maintain my facelift results?

Accepted Answer

There are a number of ways to enhance and maintain your facelift results in Dallas, and many patients benefit from a combination approach. This may mean using physician-grade skincare products like skinbetter science&reg; at home to prevent further signs of aging, as well as regular professional skincare treatments. Some non-surgical treatments can also be beneficial in preventing signs of aging. To see Dr. Azouz&rsquo;s facelift results, check out our facelift before and after gallery.

Question 14

Will I have scars after a facelift?

Accepted Answer

Some scarring is inevitable with any surgical procedure, but there are some factors that can reduce its visibility. The first is careful incision placement by Dr. Azouz, who can make sure your incisions are not directly visible and are concealed within the hairline or behind the ears. Secondly, silicone scar treatments can be very effective at reducing scarring though in most patients is not necessary. Dr. Azouz can discuss your best options during your consultation in Dallas.

Question 15

When can I wear makeup after a facelift?

Accepted Answer

During your consultation, you&rsquo;ll receive aftercare instructions on how to care for your facelift results. Generally, it&rsquo;s best to halt your regular skincare regimen following your surgery until otherwise cleared during a follow-up appointment with Dr. Azouz in Dallas. You should be sure to use a light, unscented moisturizer and avoid makeup for at least the first week. It&rsquo;s extremely important to wear sunscreen when you go outside in the weeks following facelift surgery.

Question 16

How much does a facelift cost?

Accepted Answer

Your facelift cost in Dallas can depend on many different factors like surgeon&rsquo;s fees, facilities, anesthesia, appointments, and recovery materials. During your consultation with Dr. Azouz, you&rsquo;ll receive a full estimate of your facelift cost so you know what to expect. Since a facelift is an elective procedure, it is generally not covered by major insurance companies.  Dr. Azouz performs a comprehensive physical exam to determine if you are a candidate for liposuction of the neck, eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, a chin implant or for laser skin resurfacing.  Some patients elect to perform breast and body surgery (breast lift, breast augmentation, gynecomastia or liposuction) at the same time as a facelift.    In general, Dr. Azouz recommends performing tummy tucks or body lifts at a different time from a facelift.

Question 17

How long does a facelift last?

Accepted Answer

Facelift results are permanent.  Some patients elect to repeat a facelift after 15 to 20 years.

Question 18

How painful is a facelift?

Accepted Answer

A facelift is usually not painful.  Most patients will take very few opioid pain pills after a facelift.

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