Aging brings wisdom and experience, but it can also change how we feel about our appearance. Over the years, the skin loses elasticity, facial volume diminishes, and gravity takes its toll. A facelift can restore a refreshed, youthful look while enhancing confidence and self-assurance. At That Face in Chicago, Dr. Omotara Sulyman-Scott, a next-generation facial plastic surgeon with extensive training and artistic precision, tailors every facelift to highlight natural features while creating harmony and balance. Here’s how facelifts can benefit patients across different decades of life.
Facelifts in Your 40s
The first signs of aging, such as early jowling, fine lines, and mild skin laxity, typically become noticeable in your 40s. Many patients at this stage benefit from a mini facelift, which refines the jawline and lower face with a shorter recovery period. Common early concerns include:
- Subtle sagging along the jawline
- Fine lines around the mouth and eyes
- Early loss of skin elasticity
This is also a decade when combining non-surgical treatments, such as dermal fillers, microneedling, or skin resurfacing, with a mini facelift can deliver a revitalized look without appearing overdone. Acting early can help slow the visible aging process and maintain a vibrant appearance.
Facelifts in Your 50s
By the time patients reach their 50s, signs of facial aging are more pronounced. Common concerns at this stage include:
- Sagging skin
- Deeper wrinkles and folds
- A less defined jawline
This is often the most popular decade for a traditional facelift, as it can address multiple areas of concern at once. Dr. Sulyman-Scott’s advanced facelift techniques, which use smaller incisions and reposition deeper tissue layers, achieve rejuvenated results that appear seamless and natural. Many patients in this age group also combine their facelift with eyelid surgery or a neck lift for more comprehensive enhancement.
Facelifts in Your 60s
In the 60s, facial structure often undergoes more significant changes, including noticeable volume loss and advanced skin laxity. A deep plane facelift is usually the ideal option, as it repositions both skin and underlying muscle for long-lasting, natural outcomes. Patients in this age group tend to see striking yet refined improvements, restoring youthful balance while avoiding the tight look associated with older methods. Dr. Sulyman-Scott’s multimodal approach ensures results that align with your unique goals while promoting a graceful, revitalized appearance.
Facelifts in Your 70s and Beyond
Facial plastic surgery is not limited by age, overall health and goals matter more than the number of candles on your cake. In the 70s and beyond, facelifts can still provide transformative results. These procedures are often paired with complementary options such as:
- Fat transfer: Restores youthful volume.
- Non-surgical treatments: Dermal fillers or skin resurfacing for added refinement.
- Neck or eyelid surgery: Provides more comprehensive rejuvenation.
Dr. Sulyman-Scott works closely with patients in this age group to ensure safety, healing, and subtle artistry remain at the forefront of their personalized treatment plan.
The Right Time for You
While age can serve as a guide, the best time for a facelift depends on your unique anatomy, lifestyle, and goals. Whether you’re considering a mini facelift in your 40s, a comprehensive lift in your 50s, or a deep plane facelift in your 60s or 70s, Dr. Omotara Sulyman-Scott at That Face Chicago will guide you with compassion, expertise, and artistry. Her focus is always on results that look balanced, elegant, and true to you.
Start Your Facelift Journey Today
If you’re ready to refresh your appearance and restore youthful vitality, now is the time to take the first step. Schedule a consultation with Dr. Omotara Sulyman-Scott at That Face in Chicago to discuss your goals and explore the facelift techniques best suited to your needs. With her fellowship training, board certification in Otolaryngology, and commitment to natural artistry, Dr. Sulyman-Scott can help you love your reflection again, at any age.
