How Long is Recovery from a Facelift?

Let’s face it: You’ve always been interested in getting facelift surgery, but there’s one thing holding you back from making the jump.

Your schedule.

Whether you’re at the peak of your career or you’re busy with your family, it can be tough to find time off when you need to. That’s why you want to know exactly how long it takes to recover from a facelift, so you can be prepared.

We’ve got you. Take a look at how long it usually takes to recover from a facelift, including what you can do to have a quick and healthy facelift recovery.

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The average facelift recovery duration takes about four to six weeks, but that doesn’t mean you have to take all that time off. In fact, most patients only need to take about one to two weeks off before they’re able to return to work.

You’ll do the vast majority of your healing during the first week of your recovery, so make sure you clear out your calendar for this pivotal period of time.

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How to Speed Up Your Facelift Recovery

1. Quit smoking.

Your plastic surgeon will ask you to quit smoking about six weeks before your facelift surgery. You should continue to refrain from smoking during your recovery, as nicotine can cause poor healing around your incisions resulting in excessive scarring.

2. Relax.

The best way to speed up your facelift recovery is, ironically, to slow down. Take the time to relax and devote your body to healing. If you push yourself too soon to get back to your normal routine, you could be putting your results at risk.

3. Follow your plastic surgeon’s recovery plan.

Your plastic surgeon will provide you with a customized plan for your best recovery possible. Follow it right down to the letter, including attending all of your follow-up appointments with your surgeon.

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Want to see if you’re a good candidate for facelift surgery? Schedule your complimentary consultation at The Pennsylvania Centre for Plastic Surgery with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Scott Brenman in Philadelphia and Plymouth Meeting, PA. (267) 687-2180

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