As we age we lose elastin and collagen from the skin, fat pads and muscles, with the help of gravity, cause our faces to sag. Factors such as smoking, alcohol, stress, weight loss and genetics play a large part in how well we age as well as the destructive effects of the harsh Australian sun.
The aim of a facelift is to produce a youthful tone to the skin and make a more youthful jaw line, eye area and cheeks. This has to be done in such a way that no one has any idea that surgery has been involved. This is the key element to a beautiful facelift.
There are other effective options available to remove lines and wrinkles and to treat the early appearance of facial sagging, such as anti wrinkle injections or dermal fillers but once the skin of the neckline loosens and the jowls start to be obvious, the best treatment option is a facelift.