There is no single "best" age for a facelift. The right time depends on your individual aging pattern, skin quality, and goals. Most patients are between 45-70 years old, but some benefit from earlier intervention (mini-facelift in their 40s) while others achieve excellent results in their 70s and beyond. During your consultation, Dr. Rosing will assess your facial anatomy and discuss the optimal timing for your situation.

A deep plane facelift is an advanced technique that lifts the deeper facial tissues (SMAS and muscle layer) as a single unit, rather than just tightening the skin. This approach provides more natural, longer-lasting results because it addresses the underlying cause of facial aging. Dr. Rosing specializes in deep plane techniques, which typically result in less tension on the skin and a more refreshed, never "pulled" appearance.

Facelift results typically last 10-15 years, though you will continue to look younger than if you had never had the procedure. The surgery effectively "turns back the clock" but does not stop aging. Factors that influence longevity include genetics, sun exposure, smoking, and skincare habits. Many patients choose to have a secondary procedure years later to maintain their results.

With Dr. Rosing's technique, the goal is always natural-looking results. The "windswept" or overdone look comes from outdated techniques that only tighten skin. Modern deep plane methods restore youthful facial contours by repositioning deeper tissues, resulting in a refreshed appearance that looks like a younger version of yourself—not a different person.

A mini facelift addresses early signs of aging with smaller incisions and focuses primarily on the lower face and jowls. Recovery is shorter (about 1 week). A full facelift comprehensively addresses the midface, jowls, and neck with longer-lasting, more dramatic results. Dr. Rosing will recommend the appropriate procedure based on your anatomy and goals during your consultation.

Yes, facelift is commonly combined with neck lift, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), brow lift, or fat transfer for comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Combining procedures can address multiple concerns in a single recovery period. Non-surgical treatments like laser resurfacing can also complement surgical results.

As with any surgery, risks include bleeding, infection, and reactions to anesthesia. Specific to facelift, there is a small risk of nerve injury (usually temporary), hair loss near incisions, and asymmetry. Dr. Rosing's meticulous technique and experience minimize these risks. During your consultation, he will discuss all potential risks and the steps taken to ensure your safety.