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As we get older, our skin loses the elasticity it once had when we were younger. This loss in elasticity causes the skin to become loose.
In addition to sagging skin, wrinkles and fine lines can begin to appear, especially on the face, which can make many men and women feel self-conscious.
There are several options available to men and women who are looking to remove these signs of aging from their face.
One of the most common ways that people correct the appearance of their faces is through injectables like dermal fillers and neuromodulators; however, the question that needs to be asked is whether these treatments are truly effective.
Or, should men and women opt for the surgical alternative: a facelift?
Below, you’ll find information on facelift surgery and whether it is the right choice for you.
When Should Dermal Fillers and Injectables Be Used to Treat the Face?
There’s no denying that volume-restoring dermal fillers and injectables like BOTOX® Cosmetic can give dramatic correction to the appearance of the face.
These treatments help rid you of wrinkles, fine lines, and other signs of aging by tightening the skin and improving the production of collagen and elastin, which are responsible for the health and elasticity of the skin.
However, the older you get, the more you will notice how dermal fillers and injectable treatments are not stopping the aging process like they once did.
While these treatments are non-surgical (which can be a preferred option for many men and women), they do not last long and require regular maintenance treatments to keep up the correction.
Because of this, dermal fillers and injectables are great for younger patients who are beginning to notice aging in their faces. But for men and women who are older and experiencing significant aging (loose and sagging skin as well as skin blemishes), then a facelift may be the better choice.
What Can a Facelift Do for Me?
Facelift surgery is a cosmetic procedure that can give transformative correction to men and women of different ages. It is one of the most trusted and effective procedures available. In fact, nearly 235,000 facelift procedures were performed in 2020.
Facelift surgery is often the suggested treatment for older men and women. One reason for this is that the correction given by facelift surgery is dramatic and significant.
With a facelift, the underlying muscles and tissue are tightened with internal sutures, excess skin is removed, and the remaining skin is tightened. This procedure helps rid you of unwanted wrinkles and fine lines while giving you a more defined and youthful facial appearance.
Besides giving dynamic correction to the face, your facelift results are long lasting and, with proper care, can even be permanent. This is a major difference between a facelift and injectable treatments.
With a facelift, you can have your procedure and then not worry about repeated injectections only months later. Instead, you’ll be able to enjoy your younger, more defined face with a true smile and sense of confidence.
Your facelift results still need to be protected. Patients should follow a healthy lifestyle (including a nutritious diet), stay out of the sun when possible, and practice good skin care habits. This can help prolong the quality of your results.
See more transformations by visiting our facelift before and after photo gallery.
Interested in Learning More?
If you are interested in correcting your facial appearance with Dr. Bridges, contact Bridges to Beauty by calling (318) 219-8555 or by filling out our online contact form.
Dr. Bridges performs body, breast, and face contouring procedures for women and men in Shreveport, Louisiana, and the surrounding areas.