Sherber and Rad

What Is a Facelift?

A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that repositions facial tissues that have descended with age and improves laxity through the lower face and jawline. Modern facelift surgery goes well beyond simply tightening loose skin. The face is composed of multiple interconnected layers, and aging affects the skin, fat, connective tissues, and deeper structural support.

How Does the Face Change With Age?

Facial aging is more complex than loose skin. Over time, several changes occur simultaneously. Skin loses elasticity, facial fat changes in volume and position, deeper tissues descend, and even the underlying facial skeleton changes. Together, these processes can alter the proportions and contours associated with a youthful face.

What Are the Benefits of Facelift Surgery?

For the right patient, facelift surgery can provide more comprehensive and longer-lasting correction than non-surgical treatments can achieve alone.

Who Is a Good Candidate for a Facelift?

There is no single “right age” for facelift surgery. Some patients begin considering surgery when relatively early jowling or facial descent becomes noticeable, while others pursue a facelift later when changes are more advanced. Dr.

What Happens During Facelift Surgery?

Your facelift begins long before the day of surgery. During consultation and preoperative planning, Dr. Rad evaluates the face as a three-dimensional structure. He considers tissue descent, facial volume, skin quality, jawline and neck contour, previous procedures, and your individual goals.