This is a list of the most commonly asked questions about a facelift
FAQs about a facelift
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Afterwards do I need to wear any special clothing or garment?
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Am I being vain to have this operation?
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Are there any medicines I should not take before surgery?
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Can I combine the operation with other procedures?
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Can I drive myself home after surgery?
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Can I get the same results without surgery?
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Can I have the operation again?
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Do I have to eat a special diet?
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Do I have to sleep in any special position?
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Do I need any special tests or X-rays?
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Do I need somebody with me after surgery?
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Do I need to use ice on the surgical site?
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Do I take my regular medicines before surgery?
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Do I tell people I have had cosmetic surgery?
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Does it hurt after surgery?
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How can I know if surgery is right for me?
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How do I look after my stitches?
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How do I look after myself after surgery?
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How do I reach my doctor if I have an emergency?
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How early do I need to be at the operating suite before surgery?
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How is the operation done?
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How long does it take to heal?
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How long does the operation take?
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How long will the results of surgery last?
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How much will the operation cost?
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How soon can I drive myself?
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How soon can I ride horses?
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How will I feel emotionally after surgery?
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Is there anything I can do to reduce scarring or bruising?
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Is there anything I need to tell the surgeon before surgery?
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May I drink alcohol around the time of surgery?
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Patient satisfaction after a facelift (rhytidectomy)
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Should I stop smoking around the time of surgery?
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What are the complications?
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What do I do to get ready for surgery?
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What do I eat before surgery?
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What happens I do if I do not like the results?
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What will I look like after surgery?
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When can I bathe or shower?
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When can I exercise?
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When can I go to the beautician after surgery?
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When can I have sex?
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When can I return to work?
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When will I be able to go home after surgery?
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When will the stitches or staples be removed?
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Where is the operation done?
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Where is the scar going to be?
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Will I have bandages?
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Will I have drains?
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Will I need to take any special medicines after this surgery?
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Will my insurance pay for this surgery?