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What is a Rhytidectomy (Facelift)?
A facelift is a procedure that helps counteract the affects of aging by lifting the skin of the face and repositioning the tissues to their more natural and youthful location.
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What does a Rhytidectomy (Facelift) accomplish?
The purpose of the facelift procedure is to remove the signs of aging in the face by pulling the skin and the structures underneath the skin in an upward and backward direction, thereby counteracting the effects of gravity. The beneficial effects of a Virginia facelift can vary, depending on the patient's anatomy and lifestyle. In addition, the role of heredity is also important in the effect that the Virginia facelift has in the patient's overall appearance.
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How long does a Rhytidectomy (Facelift) last?
The beneficial effects of a facelift can vary, depending on the patient's anatomy and lifestyle. In addition, the role of heredity is also important in the effect that the facelift has in the patient's overall appearance. With current methods of face lifting, it is not uncommon to achieve results that last up to 10 years.
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What happens during the first consultation for a Rhytidectomy (Facelift) in Virginia?
In the first consultation, you will have a chance to discuss your concerns with our patient care coordinators and Dr. Marefat. We will explain what you need to know about your procedure and help to determine what is best for you. You will receive information booklets, review before and after photographs, and receive pricing on the procedures.
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How is a Rhytidectomy (Facelift) done?
We usually perform this operation in an outpatient surgical facility with the patient under general anesthesia. The skin of the face is lifted and the tissues underneath are fixed in their proper position. The skin of the face is pulled and trimmed. The suture line is hidden in the hair-bearing skin and natural folds of the face
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