Male Facelift (Rhytidectomy)
Only a vain celebrity or maybe an elderly woman would choose to have a face lift. Men would never even consider one, right? Keep telling yourself that… and you're sure to keep living with signs of aging such as those ruggedly handsome sagging cheeks, that manly double-chin, those sexy jowls, and/or those distinguished looking lines running from the nose to the corners of your mouth. Maybe you think that's just what men do - show their age. Sure, a man might dye his hair, but a face lift? Men? It's unthinkable.
Think again (or, maybe, just get used to being called, "sir").
When it comes to a face lift, men not only seriously consider the procedure, but many follow through. In fact, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), 10,771 male facelift procedures were performed in the United States in just 2007
During the facial rejuvenating procedure, a plastic surgeon will typically:
- Eliminate excess skin
- Remove and/or redistribute fat
- Tighten muscles
Having a cosmetic surgical procedure such as a Tummy Tuck or Liposuction doesn't make you less of a man, but it just might make you a more youthful looking man.
So, what's a face lift cost? You'll find the answer in the table below, along with a lot more important information for men considering the procedure.
The Guy's Guide to Plastic Surgery for Men
Male Facelift |
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| a.k.a.: | Rhytidectomy |
| Types of Face Lift for Men: | Traditional and limited incision (mini facelift) |
| The Numbers: | 10,771 male facelift procedures performed in the United States in 2007 (Source: ASPS) |
| Objective: | To treat signs of aging (fat, sagging skin, lines) on the face |
| Benefits: | A more youthful looking appearance that can last as long as 10 years |
| Anesthesia: | General |
| Duration of Procedure: | 3 to 5 hours |
| In/Outpatient: | Outpatient |
| Recovery: | Most men return to work in 2 to 3 weeks |
| Complementary Procedure: | Eyelid Surgery |
| Face lift Cost: | $4,856 (Source: ASPS. National average, 2006. Physician fee only.) |
Although an elective procedure, facelift for men is still surgery. So, it should be obvious that risk is inherent to the facial sculpting procedure. With that said, you can reduce the risks by following your doctor's pre- and post-operative instructions.
The fact is it's not only vain celebrities or elderly women who contemplate having a facelift. After all, you're here now, which means you searched online for information about the procedure. The good news is you found it. The great news is it's okay. You're just looking. Of course, should you eventually determine that you'd like to know more about rhytidectomy, here's how...
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