Celebrity plastic surgeon reveals when it’s too soon for a facelift, and when waiting can backfire
Aggressive energy treatments can also create scarring under the skin and make surgery more difficult later, Dubrow cautioned — “so, ask whether a treatment is truly delaying a facelift or just delaying the decision.”
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There is no “magic age” in terms of best results with a facelift, according to Dubrow.
“For some women, it is their late 40s. For others, it is their 50s or 60s,” he said. “It comes down to genetics, skin quality and what is happening along the jawline and neck.”
Advice for facelift timing can vary depending on what type of expert you see, and every specialist tends to see the problem through the treatments they perform, the doctor noted.
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“A dermatologist may explain what can still be accomplished without surgery, and a board-certified plastic surgeon can tell you when those options have reached their limit … and when it is time to actually reposition the anatomy,” he said.
Ultimately, he suggests getting opinions from both sides.
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“The right time should be based on your face, not the doctor’s menu,” Dubrow said. “Choose what makes sense for your anatomy, your goals and your tolerance for surgery.”
“The best facelift is the one nobody knows you had, but the best advice often comes from hearing more than one point of view.”
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