While a facelift is one of the most frequently sought-after and universally performed cosmetic procedures available, there are still many inaccurate myths about facelift surgery. If you’re considering a facelift, educating yourself on the procedure is key. Separating facelift surgery facts from facelift surgery fiction can empower you to make well-informed decisions and determine whether you’d like to proceed with the procedure or discover what type of facelift is right for you. Dispelling myths will also help you better prepare for surgery and understand the types of results you’re likely to achieve. According to our renowned Newport Beach facial plastic surgeon, some of the top prevailing myths about a facelift include:
Myth #1: A Facelift Causes a “Frozen” Look
The modern facelift has undergone several significant advancements since the “frozen” or “windswept” facelift results typical of the past. Thanks to evolutions in technique, facelift surgery now offers elegant enhancement that looks impressively natural and complementary to your natural features and characteristics. Dr. Sepehr in particular prioritizes achieving more harmonious and holistic results with his acclaimed RadiaLift and Lifelong Lift™ techniques, offering a meticulous and stepwise approach to facial rejuvenation that increases the longevity of the final outcome. A complete, thorough treatment ensures natural and harmonious results. We invite you to explore our before-and-after photos to get an idea of the natural rejuvenation possible.
Myth #2: A Facelift is Only for Older Patients
A facelift can help patients age more gracefully, but this doesn’t mean the procedure is only reserved for those in their sixties or seventies. If you find yourself looking in the mirror and pulling up on your cheeks to smooth shadows and lines, or pulling back to achieve a sharper, straighter jawline with less sagging in the neck, a facelift is the gold standard treatment. If you look in the mirror and simply don’t recognize yourself anymore, or if you want to see a more youthful version of yourself, a facelift can help. Whether you show the necessary concerns to warrant a facelift is more important to your candidacy than your actual age, and there’s no “ideal” time to get a facelift. The best timing varies from patient to patient.
Myth #3: A Facelift is Primarily for Women
Facial aging isn’t exclusive to women, nor is the desire to look and feel your best. A facelift can greatly benefit men who want to restore a sharper, more defined contour in the lower face and jawline, often improving one’s confidence and, by proxy, interpersonal relationships. This resculpting of the lower face can also be combined with jawline contouring and chin implant surgery, if desired, to provide a stronger, more dominant chin and jawline.
Dr. Sepehr is passionate about educating patients on the best procedures and treatments to help restore a younger, more energetic version of themselves. We welcome you to contact Dr. Sepehr at our Newport Beach practice to schedule a consultation or to learn about our full breadth of facial rejuvenation services.