Who is not suitable for facelift surgery (rhytidectomy)?

As this surgery is mainly undertaken to lift and reposition sagging skin then it is unlikely to be performed on a younger person. It is usually performed on middle aged and older patients.

So, you are unlikely to choose this surgery if you are in your twenties or thirties!

However, if you are under the age of 40 and do notice that the skin around your face or neck is loose and has a ‘crepey’ appearance then you could consider having a facelift. Your suitability for this surgery will be decided by your surgeon.

Facelift Surgery Guide Index:

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• What is a ‘rhytidectomy’?
• Who should consider a facelift ?
• Who is not suitable for facelift surgery ?
• Why shouldn’t I have facelift surgery?
• How much does a facelift surgery cost?
• Can I get help towards paying for my facelift?
• Can I have a facelift on the NHS?
• Can I have facelift surgery abroad?
• I am interested in a facelift what do I do next?
• How do I find a reputable facelift surgeon?
• What questions should I ask my surgeon?

• I have decided to go ahead so what happens next?
• How do I prepare for my facelift surgery?
• What will happen on the day of my facelift surgery?
• What is the facelift surgery procedure?
• What will happen after my facelift surgery?
• What does recovery from facelift surgery involve?
• What are the benefits of facelift surgery?
• What are the risks of facelift surgery?
• Is there an ‘aftercare’ service for facelift surgery?
• How long does a facelift surgery last?

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