[Health Column] Facelift for Your 70s: Are You Hesitating Because of Your Age? A Comprehensive Guide from Eligibility Criteria to the Recovery Process ✨

 

hello, Director Baek In-soo of Garnet Plastic Surgery no see.

 

There are really many seniors in their 70s who look in the mirror and want to erase the traces of time.

 

formerly considered the exclusive property of people in their 50s and 60s Facelift Now, consultation inquiries are also steadily increasing among people in their 70s.

 

"Why would I have surgery at this age?" It is still too early to give up!

 

The key to a facelift for those in their 70s is not age. 'fig' It's there!

 

 

Is a facelift really possible for people in their 70s?

🟢 The answer is YES! What is more important than the number on your age list is 'whole body health'. .

 

Many people often worry, "Isn't it dangerous because he is too old?"

 

However, eligibility for surgery is not determined solely by age on the resident registration.

 

 

✔️ Checking for underlying conditions comes first!

 

You must carefully check for high blood pressure, diabetes, and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

 

 

✔️ Management is key

 

Even if you have a condition, if your levels are stably controlled with medication, you can definitely consider surgery.

 

 

✔️ Check medications being taken

 

In particular, anticoagulants or blood circulation medications can affect bleeding, so please be sure to inform us in advance so that we can establish a safe plan.

 

 

 

💡 During the consultation, accurately disclosing your past medical history and current medications, no matter how minor, is the first step toward a safe surgery!

 

 

Is the recovery process for people in their 70s much slower than for those in their 50s and 60s?

🟢 Surprisingly, the recovery process is not significantly different from conventional surgery. .

 

Even looking at actual cases of patients in their early 70s, there are many instances where the speed of recovery is not particularly slow.

 

You will feel at ease if you know the changes step by step in advance.

• Day 2-3 after surgery This is the time when the drainage bag is removed, and swelling reaches its peak, so your face may look puffy.

• Around 7 days after surgery As the major swelling subsides, the bruising naturally moves down toward the neck.

• 10 to 14 days after surgery Once the wound has healed, the stitches are removed. By this time, you will have recovered enough to go out for a short walk.

 

What is the special care method that helps speed up recovery?

🟢 Systematic follow-up management makes a subtle difference in the results. .

 

Especially seniors in their 70s Assisted management to aid tissue regeneration If you combine this, you can expect a much more stable and faster recovery.

• LED light therapy : Effectively relieves swelling and bruising at the surgical site.

• Hyperbaric oxygen therapy It supplies sufficient oxygen to tissues and improves microcirculation, significantly accelerating the recovery speed.

• Personalized IV therapy We accelerate the return to daily life through personalized recovery programs, such as swelling-reducing injections.

 

FAQ

Q1. I am taking medication for diabetes and high blood pressure; can I have surgery? ?

A1. Yes, it is possible! However, blood pressure or blood sugar levels through medication Maintain stability It must be done, and sufficient consultation with the medical team is required before surgery. 

 

Q2. When can I go out to meet friends after the surgery? ?

A2. There are individual differences, but usually Around 2 weeks to remove the stitches You will recover to a level where you can attend daily outings or gatherings.

 

 

 

📌 Key Summary

Rather than age Current health status and control of underlying diseases This is the most important thing.

 

The recovery process There is no significant difference even when compared to people in their 50s and 60s. You can return to your daily life in about two weeks.

 

LED light therapy or hyperbaric oxygen therapy The same supportive therapy is of great help to the rapid recovery of elderly patients.

 

 

 

 

Garnet Plastic Surgery Clinic

Director Baek In-soo

 

Graduated from Korea University College of Medicine

Graduated from Korea University Graduate School (Major in Plastic Surgery)

Korea University Medical Center Resident

Plastic surgeon at the National Medical Center

(Former) Chief Director of Jewelry Plastic Surgery

Regular member of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Korean Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Regular member of the Korean Craniofacial Society

Regular member of the Facial Contouring Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Oculoplastic Surgery Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Rhinoplasty Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons

Regular member of the Anti-Aging Plastic Surgery Research Group of the Korean Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons



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