What is a facelift?

A facelift is an aesthetic (cosmetic) surgical procedure to improve and sometimes eliminate evidence of aging on the face and neck.

How would this procedure help me?

A consultation with your plastic surgeon is the first step when you are considering a facelift. You should frankly discuss your goals and expectations about looking and feeling better after surgery. You should always keep in mind that the desired result is improvement, not perfection.

How important are psychological factors in relation to a facelift?

Your emotional stability is the primary factor to be considered before any aesthetic surgery is performed. A “new face” does not guarantee a new life or an end to all personal problems. It is mostly the mental attitude of the individual that determines a successful outcome. A facelift can improve your appearance and renew your self-confidence; the rest is entirely up to you.

When is a facelift desirable?

You may wish to have a facelift to correct signs of aging such as facial lines and wrinkles, sagging facial skin or a “turkey” neck. The timing of a facelift is a personal decision and your options will become apparent at the time of your consultation.

To respect our patients’ privacy, we do not have on-line galleries for facelift, eyelid and brow surgery. Dr Merten’s results can be seen in rooms at your consultation.