Facial Surgery Options

Dozens of reasons exist as to why people have facial surgery. It may be to repair facial damage after a serious accident, to reverse the effect of certain diseases that alter the appearance of the face, or simply for aesthetic reasons. With modern medical science making facial surgery more accessible and affordable, aesthetic facial surgery has become a thriving industry.

Facial surgery can refer to one of many procedures that involve surgical reshaping of the facial features. One of the most common surgical procedures is a rhinoplasty, or a nose job. Face lifts or partial face lifts are also popular, especially among aging individuals who want to restore the youthfulness of their appearance.

Rhinoplasty

Also called a nose job or nose surgery, rhinoplasty  is a common solution for patients who are bothered by the appearance of their nose, whether their nose is too large or is awkwardly shaped, as well as for patients who suffer from breathing problems caused by the size or shape of the nasal passages. Rhinoplasty reshapes the bone and cartilages of the nose to enhance its appearance or to improve one’s breathing.

Rejuvenation
Rejuvenation is set of sub-procedures that can be performed to improve the appearance of sagging skin, wrinkles, and other signs of aging, as well as to repair facial appearance after injury and reduce scarring.  Procedures can include:
Face lift – Also called rhytidectomy, this procedure is used for minimizing signs of aging in the face and neck.
Brow lift – Known by other terms such as browplasty and forehead lift, the procedure is used for erasing prominent worry lines across the forehead and raising drooping eyebrows.

Eyelid lift – This procedure, which is also known as blepharoplasty, can correct eyelids that are drooping and can eliminate eye bags or puffiness under the eyes.

Skin peeling – Although performed by a surgeon, this procedure is non-surgical treatment used to treat wrinkles on the face using chemicals.

Ear surgery – Called an otoplasty; ear surgery is used to correct prominent or malformed ears, often in children.
Facial surgery can be a realistic option for many people who wish to repair or restore their facial appearance. With so many options available in facial surgery, it is prudent to seek advice from a specialist who is an expert in the field to understand all the possible results and risks of facial surgery.