Facelift in Dallas

Most patients can safely resume light makeup after two weeks, once incisions have healed and bruising is minimal. Dr. Meade provides guidance based on your healing progress.

Initially, some temporary tightness is normal as tissues heal. Over time, the skin adapts to its new position, and the results should look and feel natural—not pulled.

All surgeries carry risks, though complications are rare when performed by an experienced surgeon. Potential risks include bleeding, infection, asymmetry, or nerve injury. Dr. Meade minimizes these risks with advanced techniques and thorough pre-surgical planning.

Gentle hair washing is usually permitted within 48 hours, but heat styling and coloring should be avoided for at least 3–4 weeks to protect incisions around the hairline.

While a facelift repositions deeper tissues and removes excess skin, it does not correct surface-level damage such as sunspots or texture. Many patients pair surgery with laser resurfacing or medical-grade skincare.

Temporary numbness around the ears and cheeks is common after facelift surgery. Sensation usually improves within weeks to months, though subtle changes can persist in rare cases.

You’ll need to sleep on your back with your head elevated for at least two weeks. This helps reduce swelling and protects the incisions.

Yes. Male facelifts require careful incision placement to avoid altering sideburn or beard patterns. Dr. Meade tailors every procedure to maintain natural gender-specific features.

Short flights may be safe within 2–3 weeks, but longer travel should wait until swelling has subsided and Dr. Meade clears you—usually after 4–6 weeks.

A facelift cannot stop aging, but resets the visible clock by 10 or more years. With proper care—sun protection, healthy habits, and follow-up treatments—the results can remain strikingly youthful for a decade or longer.