These days, there are many ways to access the fountain of youth and bring back the bright, energetic glow you once had. If you have been curious about how to best revive your look, you may have considered giving a facelift a try. Suitable for deep lines, wrinkles, loss of volume and other signs of aging in the face, this is one of the most effective ways to take years off your appearance. However, with so much information out there, it can be difficult to discern the facts from the fiction. Here are three myths about facelifts you should know:
Myth: Plastic Surgeons Are the Same
When considering a facelift, one of the biggest myths is that all plastic surgeons are the same. Unfortunately, this is not the case, as you will find surgeons with varying degrees and levels of expertise. As a result, it is important that you seek out a plastic surgeon who has extensive facelift experience, ideally with many years the field, and who remains up-to-date with the latest innovations in the industry. One way to get an idea of a surgeon’s skill is to view the before and after photos.. This will allow you to see prior results and indicate how your procedure will likely turn out.
Myth: You Shouldn’t Have a Facelift Before 50
Although individuals who are aged anywhere from 50 to 70 are the most common type of facelift patient, there is no reason why you have to wait until you are 50 to have a facelift. After all, the aging process begins well before 50, so electing to have a facelift earlier generally means more optimal results, as there is less work needed to have you looking young again.
Myth: Facelifts are Only for Women
For years, the plastic surgery industry has been tailored almost exclusively towards women. However, an increasing number of men are beginning to request plastic surgery procedures, including facelifts. Given the fact that men’s skin has firmer fat and more vascularity than women’s, it can actually help improve the results of the facelift. And since a facelift can be combined with other procedures, such as a blepharoplasty and chin implants, men can achieve the more masculine and vibrant look they are seeking, in one convenient setting.
Plastic Surgery of Palm Beach has a team of five board-certified and board eligible plastic surgeons with many years of experience helping men and women in the West Palm Beach, North Palm Beach, Wellington, Palm Springs, and Lake Worth areas. Schedule your complimentary consultation today.