Surgical & Non- Surgical Facelift: Which One Is Right For You?

With time the body produces less collagen resulting in the skin losing its plumpness and elasticity as well as its youthful glow.

Various factors such as exposure to sun rays, stress, gravity, or sudden weight loss can cause facial skin to sag. There have been many state-of-the-art surgical and non-surgical procedures that are FDA-approved to improve the skin’s structure and elasticity but with so many options, it can be a bit hard to know which one is right for you. Before considering your options, it is important to research the available options to understand the nature of procedures and their effects. Surgical and Non-surgical facelifts are some of the most effective options for rejuvenating the facial appearance. We will take a look at them and weigh their pros and cons.

Surgical Facelift

This is an invasive procedure that can be used to rejuvenate the face by lifting the sagging skin of the bottom two-thirds of the face. It involves repositioning the soft tissues resulting in a more youthful appearance. This procedure treats sagging cheeks, drooping jowls, excess fat on the neck, and sagging eyelids. In the procedure, inconspicuous incisions are made and after eliminating extra skin, tightening the underlying facial muscles, and repositioning the soft tissues, the incisions are closed with sutures.

Pros & Cons

Before opting for any procedure you should have an idea about the pros and cons of either technique. The pros and cons of the surgical facelift are:

Pros

• It tightens up the underlying facial muscles
• It repairs the loose skin by tightening it together
• It gives more youthful and a refreshed contouring to your face
• The procedure causes some pain and discomfort
• It has long-lasting results subject to natural aging
• It is considered the Gold Standard of antiaging procedures

Cons

• It requires a lot of downtime. You will have to wait for a couple of weeks to fully recover
• There are certain risks associated with surgery like scarring, bruising, etc.
• The success of the surgery depends upon the expertise of the Plastic Surgeon and sometimes, surgery needs to be revised when desired results are not achieved
• Although traditional facelift is affordable, it is still expensive than non-surgical methods.

Non-Surgical Facelift

There many non-surgical ways of rejuvenating the facial appearance without any kind of incisions. The wide range of techniques includes botox treatments, dermal fillers, fat transfer, laser treatments, liquid facelift, chemical peels, and vampire facelift among others. These are non-invasive to minimally invasive techniques with comparatively fewer risks than surgical techniques.

Pros & Cons

The pros and cons of the non-surgical face rejuvenation procedures are;

Pros

• They are the minimal or non-invasive treatments
• They are cost-effective
• They cause minimal discomfort and pain
• It gives your face proper contouring and refreshed appearance without surgery
• These procedures are carried out in a short time. Some procedures like a liquid facelift or vampire facelift are called lunch hour treatment as they can be performed during your lunch break.
• They do not necessarily involve the use of anesthesia
• They require minimal to no downtime
• Post-Procedure care is minimal
• There are fewer risks associated with non-surgical face rejuvenation procedures. However, the risks like swelling, pain, and skin sensation alterations are very temporary and can get settled with time

Cons

• The results generated by non-surgical facelift procedures are temporary and requires follow-up treatments to maintain the results.
• Although they are cost-effective procedures, the touch-up treatments altogether become more expensive than the surgical ones

Which Procedure to Choose

The choice of the procedure entirely depends upon the preferences and goals of the individual. 

Furthermore, you should consult with your Plastic Surgeon who will help you choose the right technique for you, depending on your expectations of the procedure.

To Know More

Would you like to understand what options are available for Facelift in Dubai? Meet one of our experts at Al Shunnar Plastic Surgery for a personal consultation to develop a tailor-made plan for you. Contact us or Book an appointment and our patient care coordinators will identify the most suitable expert for you.