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It's the procedure that most people talk about when discussing cosmetic or plastic surgery, and one of the most requested.

A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is generally a tightening and firming of facial and neck skin to eliminate wrinkles and sagging. However, there are actually several procedures that make up what most people think of as a facelift.

These may include a lipectomy to eliminate a double chin; an eyelid blepharoplasty to eliminate drooping and bags under the eyes; injections of collagen or Botox for deep creases or frown lines in the forehead; and/or a chemical peel to revitilize the skin and eliminate fine lines.

On the Web, check out more information on the topic from experts providing tips and advice on what to expect, facts on risks and recovery time, along with photos, illustrations and FAQ's to answer most of the questions you may have if you're considering a facelift....

Face Lift (Rhytidectomy) Surgery Information - Good introduction to the topic with facts and checklists on preparation, procedures, estimated costs and fees, recovery, risks and benefits, and a gallery of before-and-after pictures.

AAFPRS - Procedures - One-stop browsing for information on facelifts including a 12-part online brochure on types of procedures, FAQ and charts, before-and-after photo gallery, glossary of terms, consumer guide ordering info.

Rhytidectomy - Facts on who makes the best candidates for a facelift, risks and benefits, planning and preparing for surgery, types of anesthesia, recovery and post-operative care.

Facelift Information and Photos - A discussion on risks and benefits, description of the initial consultation and types of procedures, facts on recovery, estimated costs, related story articles, and a database of facelift specialists searchable by procedure or U.S. state.

Facelift Procedures - Illustrated fact sheet on who makes a good candidate for a facelift, initial evaluation, information on the location of incisions, typical risks and benefits, recovery and post-operative care.

also see -> Breast Enhancement | Buttock Implants

Chemical Peels | Cosmetic Dentistry | Eyelid Surgery

Lip Augmentation | Liposuction | Reconstruction | Rhinoplasty

Tattoo Removal | Tummy Tucks

This information is intended as reference and not as medical advice.
All treatment decisions should be made by medical professionals.