A Facelift Can Help Reverse the Signs of Aging

What is a Facelift?

A facelift is the rejuvenation of the face by relocating the tissues of your face to a more youthful position. This can be done by using various techniques depending on the severity of the aging changes to your face.

How and where is the surgery done?

The procedure is done in an accredited AAAASF- and state-certified facility or in a hospital, depending on the length of the procedure. It is done under sedation and local anesthesia, or general anesthesia. The duration of the procedure is about three to five hours. It is done as an outpatient procedure or with one overnight stay.

What decisions do I need to make before my procedure?

Patients considering a facelift need to write down the things that bother them about their face. Bring that list to the consultation at ReNova to have an open conversation with Dr. Clavijo about those concerns. Here is a list of some of the most common concerns that his patients share with him:

• The lower eyelid and the effect of the facelift on it
• Position of the cheeks
• Nasolabial grooves
• Jowls
• Neck bands
• Neck lack of definition

What is the post-op recovery?

Following your Facelift – Pittsburgh, you should plan for the following:

• 1 -2 weeks off from work if nonphysical.
• No driving while taking narcotic medication.
• Drains for 3-5 days.
• Swelling for 4-6 weeks.
• Exercise: May walk immediately. Resume normal activities at 6 weeks.
• Follow-up appointments after: one week, 6 weeks, 6 months, and 1 year.

What complications could occur?

• Some of the possible complications after a facelift are:
• Bleeding (<1%), up to 4-8% in males
• Wide scarring
• Infection (<1%)
• Reaction to the suture material
• Asymmetries

Face Lift Cost Near Pittsburgh PA – Neck Lift ReNova Plastic Surgery

The typical cost for Face – Neck Lift Surgery near Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania ranges from $6,500 - $18,000.

This is based on calculations published on Realself. It is well known that the costs of a procedure will vary by surgeon, geographic region, and the complexity of the procedure.

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