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Don’t Be Fooled! 5 Common Myths about Facelifts

Thanks to facial plastic surgery, putting our best face forward at any age has never been easier. However, myths still swirl around facelift surgery, one of the most effective solutions for reversing the effects of aging. Take a look at some of the most common myths, debunked by double-board certified plastic surgeon Dr. W. Marshall Guy.

Myth 1: Only Women Get Facelifts

While the aging process is highly unique, wanting to look and feel your absolute best isn’t. Women and men both deserve to put their best face forward. While plastic surgery may have previously been considered taboo for men, more men are discovering the advantages of cosmetic surgery. Facelifts are a particularly wise investment. As the treatment focuses on removing sagging skin around the face and neck, our male clients find this surgery as the perfect solution for restoring definition along the jawline and creating a more masculine appearance.

Myth 2: Facelifts are Only for Older Patients

While some may think that you have to wait to be a certain age or be experiencing significant signs of aging to qualify for a facelift, this is incorrect. In fact, the best results are often achieved by patients who undergo facelift surgery earlier in the aging process. Not only does proactive care allow individuals to control how they age, but it also lets patients make subtle and discreet changes to the appearance— eliminating the risk of looking like they’ve “had work done”.

Myth 3: Facelifts Require a Long Recovery

Facial plastic surgery has come a long way in recent years. Thanks to new surgical techniques, facelift surgery is completed via small incisions made along the hairline. While there is some downtime associated with the procedure, most patients are back to their normal work schedule within a week of surgery.

Myth 4: You Can Achieve the Same Results without Surgery

Recent years have also seen an increase in the number of individuals pursuing non-surgical treatments. In particular, there’s been a rise in patients undergoing “liquid facelifts,” a procedure that attempts to replicate a facelift’s effects with dermal fillers and neuromodulators. While this and other non-surgical treatments are great, facelifts remain the true gold standard of facial rejuvenation.

Myth 5: All Plastic Surgeons are the Same

When it comes to choosing the best plastic surgeon for facelifts, it’s essential to do your research and find the right surgeon for you. While many plastic surgeons offer facelifts, only a highly qualified and board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon can provide the best outcome.

Meeting with multiple surgeons before committing to one practitioner is an excellent starting point on your surgical journey. To get a feel for the surgeon’s experience and approach to facelifts, be sure to ask about their experience, ask for before and after photos of similar patients, and ask about their process for achieving great results before and after surgery.

Experience Excellence in The Woodlands, TX

At Dr. Guy Facial Plastic Surgery, our approach to care is simple: provide personalized treatments that enhance your best features and build your confidence. From consultation through post-surgery care, our double-board certified facial plastic surgeon focuses on ensuring that patients have all the information they need about their procedure and are comfortable throughout the entire process. To learn more about our approach to facial plastic surgery in The Woodlands, TX, please call 832-956-1040 and schedule your consultation today!