The Reliable Facelift Surgeon in Pittsburgh, PA

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Facelift is typically performed on patients 40 years old or older who are exhibiting signs of aging such as loss of skin elasticity, wrinkles, fine lines, and puffiness. The procedure can also be performed on younger patients who have experienced an earlier onset of these changes. Patients should be in good health and should not smoke, as smoking can increase the risk of surgical complications. Patients who experience the greatest benefits from facelift surgery are those who also have strong bone structure. It is important that patients have healthy motivations and realistic expectations regarding the procedure. While facelift surgery can combat signs of aging, it cannot stop the aging process altogether. During a comprehensive consultation at his Pittsburgh plastic surgery practice, Dr. Johns will evaluate a patient’s candidacy for the procedure, make recommendations for treatment, and address any questions or concerns that may arise.

In general, facelift candidates are individuals who:

• Are physically and mentally healthy
• Do not smoke
• Do not have any chronic, uncontrolled medical conditions
• Have specific, reasonable goals
• Have a generally positive outlook
• Understand the surgical risks

Pittsburgh facelift patients experience some minor swelling, bruising, and discomfort in the days after surgery. Bandages should be kept on the face for several days, and the head should be elevated as much as possible. Some light walking and stretching are encouraged in order to promote blood circulation and faster healing times. During a follow-up appointment, Dr. Johns will remove any stitches and check on the progress of healing. Most facelift patients are able to return to work about 10 days to two weeks after surgery. More strenuous activities should be avoided for several weeks. Dr. Johns provides attentive post-operative care and thorough post-operative instructions. He and his staff are available around the clock to address any questions or concerns that may arise during recovery.

In addition to paying for surgery upfront, there are a number of ways to finance the cost, which makes taking this important step in your life more attainable. Not all patients will have the funds available to pay upfront, so we recommend the following financing options should you need to break the cost up into payments:

• Working with Care Credit, which often offers a promotional interest-free period, can be an excellent financial choice. For example, if you can pay off the loan within six months to two years (depending on the promotional period available at that time and available to you), you won’t have to pay any interest, providing a hassle-free way to split the surgery cost into multiple payments.
• Using a credit with low interest or that is interest-free. In fact, some credit card companies offer introductory interest-free periods for new cardholders. This is a good option for financing as long as your credit limit is high enough and you can reasonably pay it off within the promotional period.