When it comes to the topic of facelifts, there are a lot of rumors going around and being spread as facts. Needless to say, this can create a lot of confusion. By recognizing the errors made in these claims, you can be the one, who lets the rest of the world know the truth about facelifts. Here are some common myths surrounding this popular method of plastic surgery.
Injections are the Perfect Alternative
Botox and other injections are considered by some to be the perfect alternative to facelifts. They can certainly help treat problem areas, but they aren’t nearly as thorough and effective as the latter. Since an injection tends to focus on one particular element, like frown lines, it fails to address and correct the other signs of aging that are present on the face.
An injection isn’t a surgical procedure, so it’s bound to fall short in comparison to a facelift. There’s a high chance it won’t be able to provide you with the results you’ve dreamed of obtaining. If your wrinkles are very deep, for instance, an injection won’t help you at all. In that case, you can go right on ahead and cross it off your list of potential treatment plans.
People can Tell you had a Facelift
Sometimes, a facelift will go wrong. However, this tends to be quite rare, and the reason for it is usually not a good one. That being said, the poor results could’ve easily been prevented. In most cases of a facelift going wrong, the patient had unrealistic expectations for the procedure. Furthermore, he’d refused to listen to the advice of his plastic surgeon. The truth is, the majority of facelifts turn out exceedingly well. The results look natural and complete. No stranger in passing would ever suspect that you went to have the surgery done.
It’s Better to get one When You’re old
Since candidates for plastic surgery need to be in good health, it’s not always a good idea or even realistic to wait, until you get much older for a facelift. As you age, you’re at a greater risk for developing illnesses and complications that could entirely rule out the option of getting one. Also, you’ll have more natural looking results if you seek out a facelift when there are fewer signs of aging on your face.
They’re Only for the Elderly
Another common misconception is that facelifts are only for older people. While it’s true that many older individuals take a special interest in improving their appearances with a facelift, they’re certainly not the only ones. Due to excessive amounts of sun exposure and other causes of aging, men and women are beginning to notice changes in their looks by their mid-twenties. Many younger people wish to have a facelift done, in order to hold onto their youthful appearances for longer.
Men Don’t get Facelifts
Because facelifts are often associated with women, it’s easy to see how this idea developed. However, it’s simply not true. In fact, there’s been a considerable increase in men seeking out facelifts, and now it’s becoming a growing trend. The concept that women are the only ones getting this treatment done couldn’t be further from the truth.
Recovery Takes a Long Time
As with anything, recovery time depends a lot on a person’s unique circumstances. Most people will experience some kind of pain for a day or two after their facelift surgery has been completed. Then, they’ll go on to recover in as little as two weeks. Recovery time is usually fast and doesn’t take long at all.
Facelifts have been used to correct appearances for a long time, but they’re still often misunderstood by many people. This is unfortunate because the procedure can have a positive effect on both your physical and your mental well-being. It’ll make you look young, and you’ll feel good and confident about your own looks again. Now that you know all there is to know about the myths surrounding facelifts, you can go out and spread your new knowledge to the world. You never know what could happen. By exposing the truth, you may give hope to someone else, who’s dealing with the same problems as you are.
Andrew S. Frankel, MD, FACS is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon serving Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, CA area. Dr. Frankel exclusively specializes in the surgery of the face, head and neck including facelift, rhinoplasty and other facial rejuvenation options. He is also a member of the National Domestic Violence Project, where he performs pro bono surgery on victims of domestic abuse.
