Facelift Results San Antonio | Dr. Jose Barrera

While more people undergo facelift to turn back the clock, myths and misconceptions about the procedure still circulate the Internet. San Antonio facial plastic surgeon Dr. Jose Barrera believes it’s important to educate patients on what is fact and what is fiction with regard to facelift. In this blog post, the trusted surgeon reveals the truth behind common myths about facelifts.

Facelifts Look Fake

A surprised or frozen expression is an undesirable result of facelift surgery. Our goal at Texas Center for Facial Plastic and Laser Surgery is to provide facelift patients with a natural look. We want our patients to look their best age-appropriate self. The key to natural-looking results is working with a trained and experienced facial plastic surgeon, like Dr. Barrera, who understands how to make subtle enhancements to the facial features in order to achieve the desired improvements. In addition, a qualified facial plastic surgeon tailors facelift to match the unique anatomy and goals of each individual patient.

Facelift Results Are Permanent

No cosmetic procedure is able to fully stop the aging process; rather, these procedures help turn back the clock on aging. Patients will continue to age after facelift and should take steps to maintain their younger-looking appearance. Dr. Barrera can recommend medical-grade skin products (our office carries Senté and Skinceuticals) and/or non-surgical cosmetic treatments like Botox, dermal fillers and laser skin resurfacing to touch up your results.

Facelift and Facial Grafting Before and After

Scarring Is Obvious

Thanks to modern facelift techniques, scarring is rarely noticeable. The incisions for standard facelift are made beginning in the hairline, at the temples, continue around the ears, and end in the lower scalp. A second incision may be made under the chin. The exact location and pattern of the surgical incisions and scarring will be discussed during your initial consultation with Dr. Barrera.

Facelifts Are for Women Only

While it is true that the majority of facelift patients are women, an increasing number of men are undergoing the procedure as well. When performed by an experienced facial plastic surgeon, facelift results can rejuvenate a male patient’s appearance while maintaining or improving masculine features (e.g., strong jawline and cheekbones). The right plastic surgeon will also know which procedures or treatments can complement facelift to enhance the male features.

If you are interested in learning more about facelift, please schedule a consultation with our double board certified plastic surgeon. Contact Dr. Barrera’s San Antonio office by calling (210) 468-5426 or emailing us today.