Have facial changes begun to make you look older, tired, or less vibrant than you feel? A facelift can improve those unwanted signs of age in the lower face and neck, but choosing surgery is a personal decision. Being ready involves more than reaching a certain age; it means having concerns that surgery can address, realistic expectations, and the ability to commit to recovery.
At Envision Cosmetic Surgery, dual board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Dunkley has nearly two decades of experience helping patients pursue balanced facial rejuvenation. In Salt Lake City, he develops personalized surgical plans based on each patient’s anatomy, priorities, and desired level of correction.
Your Concerns Extend Beyond Fine Lines
Non-surgical treatments can soften wrinkles and restore limited volume, but they cannot fully reposition sagging facial tissues. You may be ready to consider a facelift if you are bothered by:
- Jowls along the jawline
- Loose skin around the lower face
- Deep folds beside the mouth
- Sagging cheeks
- Loss of jawline definition
- Loose skin beneath the chin or along the neck
A facelift addresses structural aging rather than surface-level skin concerns alone.
Non-Surgical Treatments No Longer Feel Sufficient
Injectables, skin resurfacing, and tightening treatments may delay surgery or complement a facelift. However, repeated non-surgical procedures may no longer provide the degree of improvement you want.
If your primary concern is significant tissue laxity, surgery may offer a more complete and longer-lasting correction.
You Are in Good Health
Facelift candidates should generally be healthy enough for surgery and anesthesia. Smoking, uncontrolled medical conditions, and certain medications may increase the risk of complications or delayed healing.
Being willing to follow preoperative and postoperative instructions is also essential.
You Have Realistic Expectations
A facelift can create a smoother jawline, improve sagging, and restore more youthful facial contours. It cannot stop aging or make you look like another person.
The most satisfying results often come from wanting to look refreshed and naturally rejuvenated rather than dramatically different.
You Can Commit to Recovery
Bruising, swelling, tightness, and temporary numbness are expected after surgery. Many patients plan to be away from work and social events for approximately two weeks, although healing continues for several months.
Refresh Your Appearance With a Facelift in Salt Lake City, UT
A consultation can help you determine whether your concerns, health, and expectations make this the right time for surgery. Call Envision Cosmetic Surgery at 801-268-2650 to schedule your appointment.
