Facial cosmetic surgery includes many types of procedures that can effectively remove several signs of aging, such as wrinkles, age spots, and spider veins. There are several procedures you can choose from, depending upon the severity of the aging signs and the result you want to achieve.
Eye Lid/Neck Lift: These procedures aim to eliminate not only the wrinkles common in those areas, but they also get rid of excess or “baggy” skin that these areas are prone to. Fat may also be removed from these areas to help tighten the skin. These surgeries usually take about 1 – 2 hours to complete and an overnight stay in the hospital is typical.
Face Lift: This is one of the most popular types of cosmetic surgery because it is famous for combating the most noticeable signs of aging. Loose skin around the face and neck is removed leaving the skin looking tighter and smoother. This procedure takes about 2 or 3 hours and surgeons recommend at least one night of recovery is spent in the clinic, possibly two.
Fat Injections: In this procedure, fat is taken from one part of the body and injected into the cheeks or chin to achieve a full, youthful look.
Laser Skin Resurfacing: This surgery uses a laser to smooth out wrinkles and other blemishes such as scars. Laser resurfacing is less abrasive than other treatments such as dermabrasion, and the results are immediate.
Before you decide which surgery to get, consult with a cosmetic surgery to get his/her professional opinion. They will be able to advise you on which procedure would yield the best results and which may not be right for your skin. Many surgeons will hold a consultation with their future patients to go over the procedure and the recovery. This allows the patient to feel comfortable and confident about their surgeon and the procedure as a whole.
You should always bear in mind when considering cosmetic surgery is that it is just that: surgery. No matter how minor the surgery is, there are always risks involved. We recommend that you contact a cosmetic surgeon (preferably the one you plan on using for your own surgery) to go over the pros and cons, as well as the immediate and future risks that could occur.
