If you don’t love the lines and wrinkles you see when you look in the mirror, you might be thinking about getting a facelift. But is there a right or wrong age for facial plastic surgery? Here’s how to tell if a facelift might be the right solution for you.
What’s the Best Age for a Facelift?
In short, there’s no hard-and-fast rule for what age you need to be before getting a facelift. Age is just one of many different factors that will determine whether or not you’re a good candidate for a facelift. Genetics, gender, sun damage and skin laxity caused by massive weight loss are some of the other factors you’ll need to consider.
Is a Facelift Right for Me?
The best way to determine if a facelift is the right solution for you is to schedule a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Generally speaking, the average age for a facelift in the United States is 55, plus or minus 10 years (age range 45-65). Women tend to notice more rapid signs of aging that correspond with menopause, so they may opt for a facelift sooner than men.
Getting a facelift too soon could mean a revision procedure shortly down the road.
What Are Nonsurgical Alternatives to a Facelift?
If you’re not quite ready for a facelift yet, you might consider nonsurgical alternatives like dermal fillers and/or BOTOX® to help you look younger without surgery. If you get to a point where you’re no longer seeing the same great results from nonsurgical options, facial plastic surgery may be the best solution.
There are also minimally invasive options such as FaceTite, or Forever Young BBL Photofacial that can help to slow the aging clock.
