We at Webb Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & MedSpa know that you may be looking for a way to rejuvenate your appearance. We also understand that, with all the procedures on the market, you may have questions about which option is the best for you. Our very own board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Shayne Webb offers a customized facelift as the ideal solution.
There are many unfounded myths surrounding the procedure. One common misconception is that any cosmetic surgeon can perform a facelift. However, to get the safe, effective results you want, you must trust your face to a facelift expert who is also board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, such as Dr. Webb, a specialist who has dedicated his career in cosmetic surgery.
Let’s quickly look at five other top facelift myths and debunk them.
Myth 1: Facelifts Are Only for Older People
While a facelift is generally not recommended for patients in their 30’s, everyone’s skin and aesthetic goals differ. It is important to note that genetics, lifestyle, diet, and other factors may contribute to a person looking older, regardless of their age.
As a younger person – for example, in your late 40s – your face has less excess skin or fewer wrinkles, allowing a facelift to produce more natural-looking results. However, an older person in their early 70s may experience more dramatic results in some parts of the face, such as the jowls and neck.
Myth 2: They are Only for Women
If you’re a man looking to fight the signs of aging, a facelift can give you the edge you need in your professional and social life.
Part of the rise in men getting facelifts is due to decreased social stigma. But men are also becoming more aware of the advantages of rejuvenating appearance. As a man, your skin typically retains elasticity longer than a woman’s, which can enhance the procedure’s effects.
Myth 3: The Results Look Unnatural
This myth continues to be pervasive due to several celebrities who have undergone badly-performed procedures by cosmetic surgeons who do not specialize in facial procedures. This often results in a pulled, artificial look when, in fact, the most successful facelifts are ones in which it’s not apparent that you’ve had anything done.
Dr. Webb has trained under the world’s best plastic and facial plastic surgeons and applies his skill, training, and technique in delicately customizing the procedure to fit your needs and meet your goals. Dr. Webb often also combines facelift procedures with injectable fillers, such as Juvéderm or Restylane, to maintain a natural-looking facial volume and tighter, more toned skin. The results are so natural that people may notice your refreshed appearance but can’t quite put their finger on what’s different.
Myth 4: Facelift Effects are Permanent
There’s no denying that a facelift can improve your appearance and make you look younger and refreshed but it cannot reverse aging. It may be unfortunate, but your skin will continue to age, with or without a facelift.
However, a facelift will tighten your skin and firm up the jowls or sagging skin around the neck. The effects could last for many years, although results vary from patient to patient. To prolong the effects and look your best, it is recommended that patients continue routine skin care and less invasive procedures such as Botox and, occasionally, fillers.
Myth 5: There is a Long Recovery and/or Downtime
As a surgical procedure, a facelift does require a period of downtime and recovery. Due to Dr. Webb’s surgical technique, which reduces bruising and swelling, your downtime is shortened. Also, if you follow Dr. Webb’s post-procedure recommendations to aid in your recovery, you’ll recover faster. Whereas facelifts once meant a month or more of downtime, you’ll likely undergo only 2-3 weeks of recovery these days.
Contact Dr. Webb to Find Out How a Facelift Can Benefit You
Not all facelifts are the same, so scheduling an appointment with an expert like Dr. Webb is crucial. You’ll get a personalized consultation to develop a customized procedure for your needs. Schedule a consultation with Webb Aesthetic Plastic Surgery & MedSpa to find out more. Contact us online or call our practice in Murfreesboro.
