How Much Younger Can I Look With Facelift Surgery?

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Jaimie DeRosa, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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1/28/2024

Facelift surgery remains the gold standard when it comes to achieving a natural-looking, long-lasting, and dramatically more youthful appearance. Because patients of all ages —including more younger patients than ever — turn to facelift surgery each year, many people wonder just how many years facelift surgery can take off the clock. The answer will vary from person to person based on a number of individual factors, but there are some general considerations to help patients considering facelift surgery determine what results may be possible for them. Here, experienced double board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Jaimie DeRosa of The DeRosa Center in Boston, MA shares helpful insights on what to expect with facelift surgery, including how much younger you may look — and even feel — after your facelift.

What happens during a facelift?

Each facelift surgery is meticulously tailored to ensure it aligns with the patient’s unique facial anatomy, concerns, desired outcome, and more. There are many different types of facelift surgeries performed today, with some of the most popular being:

  • Full facelift (traditional facelift)
  • Mini facelift
  • Mid-facelift
  • Lower facelift

In general, facelift surgery involves a series of delicate incisions placed in inconspicuous areas — like behind the hairline or ears — through which Dr. DeRosa is able to tighten and reposition muscle layers, trim away excess skin, and create more youthful-looking facial contours overall.

Does facelift surgery really make you look younger?

When performed by a qualified, experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon, facelift surgery can help to restore a striking, youthful facial appearance that leaves many men and women looking up to a decade or more younger than their actual age. Of course, the individual results of facelift surgery will vary from patient to patient based on the nature and severity of their facial aging, genetic considerations, lifestyle factors, and other variables.

Will I look fake after a facelift?

It is a common and understandable concern for patients to worry about looking fake, artificial, or simply unlike themselves after facelift surgery. Dr. DeRosa understands these concerns and is committed to utilizing the most effective and advanced tools, technologies, and techniques available today to ensure facelift results look as natural as possible and enhance — rather than change — the patient’s natural facial beauty. By concentrating on adjustments to the deeper layers of tissue, muscle, and fat — while gently re-draping the skin over the newly enhanced facial contours — Dr. DeRosa aims to make subtle, natural-looking improvements that can help people feel like a younger (though recognizable) version of themselves.

Are facelift results permanent?

The results of facelift surgery can keep patients looking younger for years or even decades to come, but the natural aging process will not stop. However, facial aging after facelift surgery may actually slow down, with only subtle changes becoming noticeable over time. To prolong your facelift results, it is important to minimize sun exposure, abstain from smoking, adhere to a healthy skin care routine, and consider complementary anti-aging treatments — like laser skin rejuvenation and others — as recommended.

Look like yourself — 10 years ago — with facelift surgery in Boston, MA

There’s no denying the beautiful enhancements that can be made with nonsurgical facial rejuvenation and skin treatments available today, but facelift surgery continues to offer patients one of the most effective solutions for shaving years off their appearance. If you’re ready to turn back the clock with lasting results and achieve a smoother, more lifted facial appearance, scheduling a consultation at The DeRosa Center is a fantastic place to start. Discover the full range of facial enhancement options available to you at The DeRosa Center by calling to book your Boston, MA facelift consultation with double-board certified plastic surgeon and facelift specialist Dr. Jaimie DeRosa today, and let us help you regain the youthful look and self-esteem you deserve.

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About 3 years ago I had the bump shaved down on my nose and a mini neck lift done at this Clinic. All the staff were beyond wonderful and Dr. DeRosa is lovely. My only complaint is I wish I had listened to her advice and gone for the more extensive treatments. I did not get the results that I was looking for, no fault of the doctor. Dr DeRosa did some touch up for no charge, because she honestly cares about her patients . Listen to Dr DeRosa. She is brilliant and honest. The staff is incredibly sweet and professional and the office is beautiful. I was a horrible patient at times and still they helped with good advice and patience. I would recommend this Dr to anyone, just don’t be a stubborn person ,like myself, and listen to what she tells you. She goes above and beyond to make sure you feel good about yourself.

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I have been a patient of Dr. DeRosa for many years. Best decision I ever made. This practice is one of a kind. The front team is professional and helpful. I participate in their reward program and the front end team makes sure I don’t miss any earned incentives. The nurses are spectacular, knowledgeable well trained professionals love having peels and Botox with them. I highly recommend Dr. DeRosa and her team. They are also all happy and like their jobs.

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I have been a patient of Dr. DeRosa for many years. Best decision I ever made. This practice is one of a kind. The front team is professional and helpful. I participate in their reward program and the front end team makes sure I don’t miss any earned incentives. The nurses are spectacular, knowledgeable well trained professionals love having peels and Botox with them. I highly recommend Dr. DeRosa and her team. They are also all happy and like their jobs.

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I recently went here for injections for my face and neck and they couldn't have been nicer everything was fully explained and I was treated with the utmost respect from start to finish and I am achieving great results already thank you so much and I look forward to my next visit

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