Aging is a fact of life. The process of aging can cause significant alternations in the appearance of individuals such as the shape and size of one’s facial features. Facial aging reflects the cumulative effects of time on the skin, soft tissues and deep structural components of the face; it is a complex synergy of skin changes and loss of facial volume.
Many of the facial manifestation of aging reflect the combination of gravity, progressive bone resorption, decreased tissue elasticity and redistribution of subcutaneous fullness.
Other factors contributing to formation of facial aging include hormonal imbalance, skeletal remodeling, fat loss, chronic solar exposure, which often result in loss of muscle tone and excess skin on the neck and jowl area.
Luckily, facelift can turn back the hands of time and bring youthfulness and vitality to your face making it look as young as you feel.
Rhytidectomy, or a facelift, is a surgical procedure that aims to improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck.
Dr. Dinev is Bulgaria’s leading cosmetic and facial plastic surgeon. His acute sense of artistry and modern facial surgery techniques allow him to produce aesthetic, natural looking results for his patients at all times.
Benefits of Facelift in Bulgaria
Facelift is a revolutionary plastic surgery procedure designed to help reverse the effects of aging on appearance by removing wrinkles, excess skin and lines, helping you restore a naturally youthful appearance.
With Dr. Dinev’s unique artistic skills and advanced plastic surgery centers in Sofia and Varna, a facelift procedure can accomplish the following:
- Smooth sagging skin in the midface region
- Smooth deep creases below along the nose to the corner of the mouth
- Correct fat and mass that has fallen or sags
- Corrects jowls, double-chin, and restores tone
Preparing for Facelift in Bulgaria
Staying prepared for any plastic surgery treatment is critical to attaining successful results and maintaining effective and fast recovery.
Dr. Dinev will carefully advise you on how to be best prepared for facelift surgery and it is imperative to follow your pre-operative instructions to avoid complications during and after surgery. The following countdown timeline will help you stay prepared on a regular basis till the day of your brow lift surgery.
Here’s a step-by-step guide of how to prepare; what to avoid and what to pack for a facelift procedure.
- One month before Facelift
Stop smoking completely at least 2 weeks prior to facelift surgery.
- One week before Facelift
Do not ingest Aspirin or Aspirin-containing medication.
- One day before Facelift
You cannot have anything to eat or drink after midnight the night before your facelift surgery.
- Morning of Facelift
You should wear loose-fitting and comfortable clothing that is easy to get in and out of. Do not apply any moisturizers or other cosmetic produces to your face, head or neck. Do not set or style your hair.
- Day after Facelift
You will be required to stay at the facility overnight. Your face and incisions will be examined and instructions provided to you for incision care and the use of supportive dressings.
- One week after Facelift
You are likely to have some pain, swelling and bruising after the procedure. You may also feel very fatigued. Although it is not uncommon, some patients experience nausea or vomiting. A sensation of tightness around the eyes, the face and the neck is relatively common.
- One month after Facelift
It may take several months for the swelling to fully subside and up to 6 months for incisions scars to fully fade. Be sure not to get directly exposed to sun at this point of recovery period in order to ensure you achieve all the desired results.
Recovering from Facelift in Bulgaria
For successful results it’s crucial to subdue swelling to the face and neck as much as possible during your facelift recovery time. Applying ice or cold packs to the surgical areas, elevating your head about heart level are a handful of ways to help reduce anxiety, high blood pressure and enhance recovery. Dr. Dinev will devise a post-operative plan specific to your condition to ensure you recover faster and feel comfortable after your facelift.
Frequently Asked Questions for Facelift Surgery in Bulgaria
There are a lot of question in your mind about facelift in Bulgaria and you obviously would like to clear all your doubts before going through with the surgery.
Dr. Dinev has attempted to answer some of the most common facelift surgery questions. You should speak directly to the doctor about any concerns you might have.
How long will I be in surgery?
The duration of facelift surgery depends on the extent of the procedure. Time can vary from 1 hour, to 7 hours.
How long will I need to stay in Bulgaria after my surgery?
During the initial facelift recovery period, it is imperative to keep all physical activities to a minimum for up to 2 weeks, in order to prevent increased inflammation. By the end of the second week, you can return to your normal activities.
How long before I see results from my Facelift?
After 5 weeks, the results of facelift procedure will be noticeable. However it will take a few months for the swelling to subside completely. In about 6 months, you will see the final results of the procedure.
Will my incisions from Facelift be visible?
The incisions resulted from facelift surgery are well-hidden within the hairline and blended with natural contours in front of the ears. During the first few months of recovery, the scars will be visibly red. As time goes by, the scars will ultimately fade to a fine white and a virtually invisible line after 6 months.