Are you interested in a facelift, but not willing to tolerate the potential risks associated with it? If so, you may be wondering if you can get a facelift under local anesthesia.
Facelift Surgery
A facelift or rhytidectomy is a procedure that is done to give the face a more youthful appearance. It typically involves tightening the skin, lifting the tissues underneath, and tightening the underlying facial muscles. A facelift is often combined with other cosmetic procedures such as a forehead lift or eyelid lift, to achieve the best results.
Can I get a facelift under local anesthesia?
There are different anesthesia options for performing a facelift, and local anesthesia is one of them.
When facelift surgery is done under local anesthesia patients remain awake throughout, but there is usually minimal pain and discomfort. The local anesthesia is injected into specific areas of the face and neck at the start of the procedure, and once all the areas are numbed, the surgeon will begin the operation.
Benefits of a facelift under local anesthesia
When a facelift is done under local anesthesia, there are none of the risks associated with general anesthesia, such as a drop in blood pressure. There is also less downtime, and bruising is minimized. A facelift under local anesthesia can provide patients with natural looking results.
If you are considering a facelift, it’s important to consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. The plastic surgeon will conduct a thorough evaluation of your facial anatomy and then determine if local anesthesia would be the right option for you.
Would you like to learn more about facelift under local anesthesia? Search our directory to find a practice in your area.
If you are in the Las Vegas and Henderson, NV areas, The Lanfranchi Center is our featured practice.
You can reach them at www.thelanfranchicenter.com or by calling (702) 766-9581.