What to expect after Facelift surgery?

A Facelift, technically known as a Rhytidectomy, is a type of cosmetic surgery procedure used to give a more youthful facial appearance. The aging face not only loses skin elasticity and develops looser skin, but also loses fat and muscle tone. A Facelift is a surgical method that removes excess facial skin to make the face appear younger. The goal with Facelift procedures is to preserve and maintain the face, so the sooner the signs of aging are addressed. On average, you should be between the age of 40 and 65 for Facelift surgery, with the optimal age at around 50 to 55. The longevity of face-lift surgery is a key question that has Facelift is more invasive the technique, the longer the results will last. Beautifully done Facelift in Atlanta provides the most dramatic results that can last for up to 15 years post procedure. You may have stitches or staples in your cut (incision). Your doctor will take these out in the first week. A bandage will cover the incision. You may have gauze wrapped around your head and neck. You also may have an elastic bandage around your chin and the top of your head. The bandage probably will be removed on the day after surgery. After surgery, Your face likely will be bruised and swollen, but it will probably go away in 1 to 2 weeks. After a few days you may get some bruises on your neck and chest. This is caused by gravity, which pulls the excess blood and bruising downward. In generally it takes about 3 to 4 months for the swelling from a Facelift to go down 100%. To accelerate healthy and fast recovery, Avoid doing strenuous activity for at least three weeks. Your surgeon will recommend a schedule for reintroducing physical activity. The recovery phase is unique for each individual. With time, symptoms will disappear and you’ll achieve the new look you’ve been wanting with lasting results.