Is a facelift right for me?

Facelifts are most commonly performed on patients in the 40-60 age range. However, the procedure can produce good results for people in their 60s, 70s and 80s as well. You may be a good candidate for a facelift if you have any of the following types of conditions:

• a deep line that runs from the corner of your nose to the corner of your mouth
• loss of a well-defined jawline
• deep wrinkles in the cheeks and sagging skin near the cheekbones
• loose skin, wrinkles or excess fatty tissue in the neck
  

Facelift surgery needs to be approached with extra caution if you have any of the following medical conditions:

• uncontrolled high blood pressure
• blood-clotting problems
• the tendency to form excessive scars
  

Be sure to alert Dr. Barnthouse if you are affected by any of these conditions.

What should I expect from the consultation?

A personal consultation is the first step for every patient considering a facelift. During this meeting Dr. Barnthouse will assess your physical and emotional health and discuss your specific cosmetic goals for surgery.