For many patients in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area, choosing to get a facelift is the best way to get long-term results that are dramatic yet natural. What sets this procedure apart from the many other facial procedures available is the longevity of the results and the level of change that is possible with a surgical procedure. As a result, the facelift has endured as the quintessential plastic surgery procedure.

Why do Patients in Scottsdale/Phoenix Choose a Facelift?

Though facelifts are performed primarily on patients ages 40-65 who wish to address the effects of normal facial skin aging and sagging, each procedure is unique due to a variety of factors. Patients may be interested in a facelift (also known as a rhytidectomy) for a wide range of reasons, across many ages. They can be an effective tool for addressing one specific facial area or creating a change in the look of the overall face.

Many people choose to get a facelift after talking to others who have experienced excellent results from their own procedure. Prior to having a surgical procedure, many patients choose to use the many non-surgical options that are available, which give a shorter-lasting and less effective result yet are more affordable. This allows potential surgical patients the opportunity to determine what type of results are best for their situation, and if a full facelift is the best course of action. By scheduling a consultation with Dr. Henderson, patients are able to receive expert advice about the benefits of various surgical and non-surgical procedures.

What are the Health Qualifications of a Good Facelift Candidate?

To ensure the best possible outcome for your surgical procedure in Scottsdale/Phoenix, it is recommended that you be in good overall health. This will help your body to recover quickly and heal properly, getting you back to normal fast and improving the results of your procedure. In addition to good overall health, it is recommended that you stop smoking well in advance of any surgical procedure, as this may have an impact on healing and several other factors during the process.

In addition to good physical health, it is important that potential patients have carefully considered their options and maintain realistic expectations about their results. Having positive and attainable goals for your procedure will help you to feel that it was a success, and will greatly improve your overall experience. It is also vital that patients pursue any surgical or non-surgical option for their own personal benefit after careful reflection, and not on a whim or as the result of someone else’s influence.

Questions to Ask When Considering a Facelift in Scottsdale/Phoenix

Scheduling a consultation with Dr. Henderson is an excellent way to determine if a facelift is the right cosmetic option for you. Prior to your consultation, it may be helpful if you have considered the following questions:

• What are the key areas that you would like to address?
• How long have you felt this way, and how have those feelings changed over time?
• Have you ever had cosmetic procedures before, either surgical or non-surgical? How did you feel about the results? How will this affect your facelift goals?
• How do you believe that this procedure will impact your life? What impact would you like it to have?

For more information about getting a facelift in Scottsdale/Phoenix, or to schedule a free consultation with Dr. Henderson, please visit the contact page.