Many people are interested in facelift surgery, but not everyone is a good candidate. The good news is that there are some easy ways to tell if you're a good candidate for the procedure or not.  This will ensure you spend your money wisely and make the right choice. In this blog post, we will discuss who would make good candidates and who wouldn't. We'll also give reasons why!

What can go wrong if I'm unfit for a facelift?

In bad cases, facelift surgery doesn't produce good results because the skin loosens and sags after surgery. This is especially true among people with saggy, thin skin. The result will be a "pulled" look that can only be corrected by more surgeries to remove excess stretched skin.

Who are good candidates for facelift surgery?

To be considered for a facelift, you need to see your plastic surgeon. They will assess their patient's health before recommending surgery. If they find any underlying conditions that could put the individual at greater risk of complications with this procedure, then it is advised that the person not pursue this option and consider other alternatives instead.  In general, a good candidate is a person who is healthy without pre-existing medical conditions and who does not smoke.

What makes someone a bad candidate for facelift surgery?

• People who are too young to worry about aging, should invest in good skincare instead of cosmetic procedures that can cost thousands!
• Those with deep lines due to age or other factors such as sun damage. These people may want to consider alternative treatments like dermal fillers which won't involve any downtime post-procedure. Dermal filler injections look natural because it's an individual's tissue being used rather than artificial filler injections.
• Those who have good skin elasticity, but not flexible neck muscles that don't make fat accumulation in the face likely. For these people, it may be a better option to consider other procedures such as laser surgery or dermal fillers which are less invasive and won't involve any downtime
• People who are obese. Fat accumulation can lead to excess skin which could make the facelift procedure more difficult. The good news is that weight loss will often reduce fat in the face.

What other factors can make me not eligible for a facelift?

Although there are many reasons you should get a facelift, the bad news is that there are too many variables that determine whether or not someone will be successful in their quest to look younger through this procedure. Some of these include:

• age
• health condition
• smoking
• family history of premature wrinkles
• genetics
• sun damage, etc.

The best way to know is by consulting with an experienced doctor about what the best cosmetic procedures are for one's specific needs.

How will I know if facelift surgery is right for me?

You can tell if you are a good candidate for facelift surgery by looking at the condition of your skin and asking yourself, "Do I have moderate to advanced signs of aging?" Such as loose jowls or deep creases in my lower face? Health status is also an important consideration. Ideally, there should be no untreated medical issues or chronic conditions that aren't well-controlled because they could cause problems during recovery from the procedure.

Good candidates will usually meet certain requirements such as having visible signs of age on their faces like jowls being droopy and wrinkles near their mouth area. Smoking and obesity are both hot topics when it comes to facelifts. The skin on the face can become looser if you're trying to lose weight, so how do these two factors affect your candidacy for a facelift? Smoking affects candidacy as well! Not only does smoke decrease blood flow in general, but smokers have an increased risk of complications from surgery like infections or keloid scarring after healing.

Contact Facelift Expert: Dr. Jacono Today

Dr. Andrew Jacono of New York Facial Plastic & Laser Surgery has years of experience in all areas of facial cosmetic surgery and is highly qualified to help you understand the best treatment options for your individual needs. They also offer facelift consultations where we can go over the good and bad points of getting a facelift surgery. They are always happy to answer your questions about this procedure!

Contact Dr. Andrew Jacono today at (212) 570-2500 with any more questions on whether or not you would be a good candidate for facelift surgery.