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My mother wants a complete facelift

July 21, 2010 by Dr. Schoenfeld

Question:
My mother wants a complete facelift.  I think she is too old for this operation. I worry that she won’t heal and I am also concerned that she will have a lot of pain. She is 77 years old. Can you tell me what she has in store for herself after the surgery in terms of the pain and being able to take care of herself?

Answer:
I have taken care of a number of patients well into their 70’s for full facelifts and other procedures.  You are smart for doing some of the research for her and especially focusing on the safety issues related to a facelift as well as the outcome.  Although your mother is 77 in chronological age, I am certain that she simply does not feel “77” and when she looks at the person staring back at her in the mirror she is a little confused and perhaps a little depressed.  Simply, she has the desire to look as young as she feels.  Facelifts should be performed in such a way that when the healing has taken place, you should look refreshed, younger, but, not different.  Although a facelift requires a great deal of surgery, the recovery from the procedure is actually not as difficult as one would think.  Pain is generally not an issue.  Pain medications are given for discomfort, but, most patients do not experience significant pain.  I use a pressure dressing following surgery, and this can be uncomfortable but, not painful.  I change the original dressing to a smaller one on the first post operative day.  Your mother can expect bruising and swelling of the face and neck following the procedure but, this will subside over one or two weeks post operatively.  I would suggest staying with her for several days following surgery, but, I really like my patients to be up and ambulatory the first day following surgery.  She will likely be able to take care of herself after a few days, but, it is nice to have someone around until I see her the for her second postoperative visit.

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Dr. Schoenfeld fixed my broken nose last St. Patty's Day and I couldn't be happier with the results. I fell on my nose multiple times as a kid and officially broke it 3 years ago, so let's just say my nose was pretty messed up and useless. I finally decided it was time to get it fixed at the beginning of 2017. Dr. Schoenfeld has a great bedside manner, is honest about expectations, and exudes a confidence that immediately made me trust him as a surgeon. The surgical team at River Road Surgery Center was also excellent. They answered all of my questions, made me feel at ease, and pumped me…

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Thanks again for the most excellent work you did on my nose -- I am just thrilled (yet still recovering.) It has made a world of difference to my breathing and I couldn't be happier with the work you did! I've almost got my smile back. Best wishes -- and thanks so much again to you (and Dawn, too). Sincerely,

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Thank you so much for not only beautifully repairing my nose, but for rearranging your schedule and going out of your way to help me in my time of need. Your friendly and distinctive assistance is appreciated more than you know. Thank you,

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