Facelift

Facelift at Aurora Clinic: Reverse aging for a firm, smooth, and natural facial skin

Facelift is a surgical procedure to correct sagging skin and tissues around the face and neck. Lift and tighten muscles and subcutaneous fat back to their proper position and remove excess skin to make the face look smoother, firmer, and more youthful.

Preparing for Facelift Surgery at Aurora Clinic

6 months before surgery

• Refrain from acne medications containing vitamin A (Isotretinoin) to prevent the effect on wound healing.

• Refrain from Botox  injections and fillers on the face.

3 months before surgery

• Take care of your physical health by exercising regularly and getting enough rest.

• Undergo annual health check-up If you have a medical condition, you should consult a doctor to control your symptoms to be normal.

• Refrain  from laser and thread lifts on the face.

4 weeks before surgery

• Refrain from smoking before and after surgery for at least 4 weeks.

• Refrain from piercing/tattooing or sunbathing.

• Avoid surgery during menstruation. If you are unsure, you should consult your doctor to plan for a postponement of your period.

10 days before surgery

• Refrain from medications that affect blood clotting, including:

  • Blood thinners such as aspirin, Coumadin, Ticlid, Plavix, or Aggrenox (consult your doctor for safety in stopping the drug)

  • Group analgesics NSAIDS such as Ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, Nuparin, Aleve, Relafen, Naprosyn, Diclofenac, Voltaren, Depro, Feldene, Clinoril, Lodin, Indosin, Orudis for example

  • Some sedatives and sleeping pills such as Zoloft, Lexapro, Prozac, Pristiq, etc.

• Avoid all vitamins and supplements that may affect blood clotting such as Multivitamins, Fish oil, Omega3, Co-enzyme Q10, Evening Primrose Oil, Glucosamine, Arnica, Ginseng, Gingko, herbs, etc.