What Is the Right Age for Cosmetic Facial Procedures?

May 12, 2016

Several decades ago, most patients who wanted cosmetic facial procedures, such as facelifts, were in their 60s. Those who wanted facial fillers were often in their 50s and 60s. However, today, the age on these and other cosmetic procedures for the face is decreasing with numerous individuals in their 20s going for Botox. Looking at the evidence for best practices reveals that many patients may be best served by seeking early care for facial changes.

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Individuals who wait too long to address facial wrinkles, creases and sagging may find that permanent damage has been done that can never be fully addressed. Crevices in the skin as well as crow’s feet and laugh lines may become deep and permanently wrinkled. Many reputable cosmetic surgeons now recommend younger ages for initial facial procedures to help patients maintain youthful looks throughout their lives.

For Botox, many individuals in their mid to late 20s come in to the OC Cosmetic Surgery Clinique in Newport Beach for this treatment that temporarily paralyzes the small muscles just underneath the surface of the skin. Performing this treatment early can help these muscles to relax before they cause any surface wrinkles around the eyes and forehead.

For facelifts, most physicians recommend 40 to 50 years of age as being the best age to correct facial aging. Individuals begin noticing the effects of facial aging in their 30s with the symptoms becoming more defined in their 40s and 50s. Having a facelift before the age of 60 will lead to the best results because younger individuals have fewer surgical risk factors and cleaner medical histories. In addition, they still have enough facial fat and skin elastin to create beautifully sculpted faces. This age group is often heavily involved in the social aspects of life, such as work, parties and vacationing, and will greatly enjoy the changes brought about by a skillfully performed facelift.

Patients at our Clinique, which serves the entire Orange County area, may be surprised to learn the recommended optimum ages for other cosmetic procedures. Cosmetic rhinoplasties should be done in the 20s, eyelifts in the 40s and laser treatments for age spots in the 50s. Of course, patients should remember that recommendations vary for each individual patient and that they should consult with Dr. Tavoussi thoroughly prior to a procedure to determine the exact risks and benefits of the procedure in which they are interested.