Male Facelift
Facelift surgery, also known as a Rhytidectomy, is the surgical procedure that improves the visible signs of aging and restores a more youthful appearance to the face and neck, by reducing deep facial folds and excess sagging skin.
As we age, the skin loosens, thins and sags on the face and neck losing its youthful appearance. A facelift reduces the inevitable signs of aging in facial skin by improving your overall facial appearance, while also enhances the contour and profile of the neck.
Ideal candidates are patients experiencing a loss of skin elasticity and muscle tone of their face and neck, deep creases between the base of the nose and the corners of the mouth and developing facial and neck wrinkles.
Techniques
There are different facelift techniques depending on the individual’s needs and the specific goals of the procedure (facial analysis) that will provide the best possible results. In some cases, one may benefit from a combination of techniques to produce even better looking results.
A special consideration of male facelift surgery is to ensure that the facial hair will remain in their proper place in relation to the ear area. It also requires special attention - often due to lack of hair growth above the temples- so that the scars resulting from the operation are placed in such a way that they are not visible, especially in the first few postoperative months.
New facelift techniques allow for smaller incisions and provide longer-lasting results.
Types of Facelifts:
- Classic Face Lifting
- MACS-lift (Minimal Access Cranial Suspension Lift)
- Mid-Face Lift
What to expect after surgery
- You should expect bruising and swelling within the first days after surgery, which will gradually subside.
- The pain is usually minimal and easily controlled with painkillers (aspirin should be avoided).
- The sutures will gradually be removed within two weeks after surgery to minimize scarring.
Risks and Side Effects
The choice of an experienced plastic surgeon eliminates the risk of complications. However, possible side effects and risks include a sense of numbness behind the ears, temporary skin discoloration around the incisions, and dysfunction to the nerves that controls facial muscles, which is usually temporary. All the above gradually subside and eventually return to normal.
Duration of Results
New facelift techniques provide optimum results, which on average last for 10-15 years. However, the longevity of the results depend upon several factors including an individual’s genetic background, habits, skin quality, as well as the face’s natural form of expressiveness.
Useful Information
- Staying at home is recommended for the first few days after surgery. In addition, you should also try eating soft foods, staying calm and keeping your face hydrated.
