FACELIFT (RHYTIDECTOMY) SURGERY IN DELHI

What are the types of facelifts?

Depending on the part of the face and the technique used, a facelift can be divided into different types including:

Nonsurgical facelift: It is called a non-surgical facelift because it doesn’t require the use of general large incisions or even anesthesia. But, it can still help you remove signs of aging, such as wrinkles, creases, and sagging skin.

Common examples of non-surgical facelifts are liquid facelifts, vampire facelifts, and thread lifts.

Mini facelift: It is an improvised form of the facelift which targets the loose skin around the jawline and neck.

Mid-facelift: Mid-facelift or a cheek lift is a surgical procedure to correct the sagging skin between the upper mouth and the eyes, covering the cheek and nose area.

How does a facelift work?

A facelift improves your facial features by way of repositioning the tissue and fat present under the skin. The procedure focuses on helping:

• Remove excess skin causing the sagging
• Tighten and lift the facial skin
• Smoothen out creases

How can I prepare for a facelift procedure?

It’s exactly like preparing for any other surgery, which includes a thorough physical examination to see if you are physically and mentally qualified for it. Here are certain mandates that our expert plastic surgeons in Delhi will expect from you for a safe procedure. They may ask you to:

• Stop taking some particular medications contraindicated for a surgical procedure. In some cases adjusting dosage may also help. 
• Not smoke for some time before and after the surgical procedure 
• Provide details if you are taking any supplements or blood-thinning medications
• Discontinue the use of anti-inflammatory pain relievers, blood-thinning drugs like aspirin, and/or any herbal supplements to minimize the risk of uncontrolled bleeding and bruising
• Make sure you arrange for a drive back home from the hospital after the surgery, especially if are getting discharged the same day. 
• If you have been struggling with repeated weight gain and loss as it has a direct association with the condition of your skin and the shape of your face.

What should you expect during a facelift? 

Facelift procedures depend on your expectations of the patients. 

Traditionally, the surgeons used to make an incision in the hairline near the temples, running in front of the ear, hugging the earlobe, then returning to the lower part of the scalp behind the ears.

Cosmetic surgeons may remove or redistribute the fat and excess skin from the face. The procedure involved the tightening and redistribution of connective tissue and underlying muscle.

A Mini facelift (use of shorter incisions) may be enough to correct minimal skin sagging.

After the excess fat removal, the doctors seal the incision with dissolvable sutures or skin glue. Some patients may have to see a surgeon to have their stitches removed. Our expert cosmetic surgeons in Delhi make the incisions in such a way that they blend with your facial structure and hairline.

Also, you need to carry a surgical drainage tube and bandages for at least 3 to 4 days after the surgery.

What are the potential risks and side effects of facelifts?

Like with other major surgeries, a facelift offers some risks, such as:

Scarring. A facelift may cause some visible scars as a result of the incision. But, the good thing is they can be concealed under the hairline and natural contours of the ear and face. 

Rarely, incisions may produce red and raised scars. You doctors may use corticosteroid injections or other treatments to minimize the prominence of scars.

Nerve injury. Though rare, there is a risk of injury to the nerves injury that control sensation or muscles during the surgical procedure. The injury may lead to temporary paralysis or loss of sensation, which may last a few months to a year. But, with the latest advances in medical technology, the risk has almost reduced to zero, provided you choose experienced cosmetic surgeons in Delhi. 

Hematoma. It is a medical condition characterized by th deposition of blood (hematoma) under the skin, causing s welling and a sense of pressure. Hematoma formation generally appears within 24 hours of surgery. Again the good thing is the further complications such as skin and tissue damage can be prevented with timely treatment. 

Hair Loss. Some patients may also experience permanent to temporary hair loss around the incision sites. 

What would our plastic surgeons in Delhi ask you to do?

In the pre-surgery meeting, our best facelift surgeon in Delhi will do certain fact-check and tests to ensure that you are the right candidate for a facelift. It may include: 

Medical history and exam: 

Make sure you are prepared for questions about your past and current medical conditions, past plastic surgeries, previous surgeries, and any possible risk of complications. They will also enquire about the history of smoking, and alcohol or drug use. Our experienced plastic surgeons in Delhi will also perform a physical exam to make sure you have a minimum risk of a facelift.

Medication Enquiry: 

Your doctor will enquire you about the name and dosages of the medications you are taking for some time. It will help them to minimize the risk associated with medication use.

Facial Examination: 

Your plastic surgeon will take photos of your face from different angles and close-up photos of some features. The surgeon will also examine your bone structure, the shape of your face, fat distribution, and the quality of your skin to determine your best options for facelift surgery.

Setting the Expectations: 

For the success of any cosmetic surgery, it is important to expect realistic expectations. You can discuss the same with our cosmetic surgeons in Delhi during the pre-surgery meeting. 

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