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An office examination with a facial plastic surgeon can provide further information specific for you regarding facelift surgery. Continue doing your research before speaking with a specialist and bring your questions to the office. Schedule a consultation today!

Generally, a minimum of 2 weeks are allowed from the consultation to prepare for surgery. Select procedures may be performed earlier. Nonsurgical procedures may be performed at the same time as the initial consultation.

Combined brow lift, eyelid lift, and facelift surgery is referred to as a "full facelift." Facial plastic surgery is tailored to the unique needs of each patient, based on several factors such as individual anatomy, degree of facial aging, medical conditions, and patient personal preferences. While a brow lift, eyelid lift, and/or facelift are commonly …

Yes, it's generally preferred to combine procedures such as facelift surgery with a brow lift, eyelid surgery, or another complementary treatment. First, by combining surgeries, you may save money on some fees. Secondly, tissue modified from one area may be used for another surgical area. Lastly, by combining the recovery processes, you minimize downtime from …

Strenuous activities or exercise after plastic surgery will increase the risk of bleeding, swelling, and bruising. Activity restriction during the recovery period varies based on the operation performed and patient's medical condition. Light activities, such as slow walking, may be performed soon after anesthesia. Heavy activity, such as aerobics, yoga, cycling, running, heavy lifting, or …

Patients can go to work or school the next day or work from home, if desired. Most patients, however, plan at least one week off from work or school after plastic surgery. A longer period of recovery may be necessary for combined procedures.

Surgical facelifts vary depending on the specific needs of the patient and surgery. Limited incision facelifts, such as mini lifts or direct neck lifts, are quick, while traditional or full face lifts may take a few hours of precision surgery. However, the length of surgery depends on the complexity and number of procedures performed. Dr. …

Patients should remain in the area at least the first day after plastic surgery. Regional travel by car is allowed the following day after surgery. Patients should wait at least 1 week before air travel after plastic surgery, but waiting 2 weeks is preferred. The risks associated with travel reduce with time.

Makeup should not be used around the operated area for the first week after surgery. Shaving is usually allowed the first week after facelift surgery. As healing is monitored, Dr. Chaboki will help determine an appropriate time to resume makeup and shaving on or near operated areas.