Although most patients (about 90%) are satisfied with their results, 10% of patients are less happy with the outcome of a facelift. Most of the time this is because they have an unrealistic view about what can, and cannot, be achieved by surgery. A facelift cannot get you a new job or a new life partner but it may help improve your self-confidence.
During the preparation for surgery Dr. Hudson usually attempts to provide a realistic assessment of the outcome.
Unfortunately because of television, and other media presentations, this has become increasingly difficult. Many patients just do not want to hear at cosmetic surgery is NOT a panacea. Although surgery can improve self-esteem, it cannot solve all of life's problems.