Understanding A Revision Facelift
A facelift revision requires more precision and in-depth techniques than the first surgery. Because the first surgery creates scar tissue and requires more in-depth techniques, it’s essential to use a knowledgeable provider who understands the techniques required to create successful results.
Additionally, a revision facelift involves more downtime as it restructures the underlying tissue and muscle to correct any complications from the first procedure. We are working with a provider like Dr. Sessa, who can help you achieve the results you want and experience an easier healing process.
Reasons Patients Undergo A Revision Facelift
Many patients consider a revision facelift, even if the first surgery was successful. The results from a facelift can fade over time, and some want to rejuvenate the results later on. Other reasons for a revision facelift can include:
- The skin from the first procedure looks overly tight or unnatural
- The first surgery created skin dimpling or deep creasing
- Sagging skin or jowls are still visible
- The first procedure used outdated methods and techniques that could be improved
- There is visible scarring present
If you face any of these complications, a revision facelift may be the best option for ideal revitalization. Improving the results from a prior surgery is perfectly normal and can greatly benefit your overall well-being.
What Are The Risks Of A Facelift Revision?
There are risks with any surgery, and a revision facelift is a more in-depth procedure than the first surgery. Because of this, the risks can be higher, but using a successful and knowledgeable provider is the best way to ensure ideal results. Some risks of a facelift revision may include:
- Bleeding
- Infection
- Tissue loss
- Nerve damage
- Muscle weakness
- Fluid build-up
- Additional scarring
- Deformed areas due to skin tension
- Overly tight skin
- Uneven hairline
- Adverse reaction to the anesthesia
- Complications during the healing process
These risks are why working with a surgeon who has experience with a revision facelift is one of the most important aspects of any surgery.