Popular Cosmetic Procedures for Women 40 and Older

Women between the ages of 40-54 are more likely to consider plastic surgery. As fine lines and wrinkles start to emerge, women generally want to improve their appearance. Everyone wants to look youthful and fresh. For many, plastic surgery is a great way to turn back the clock and give their face new life. The following are popular plastic surgery procedures for women over 40.

The benefits of eyelid surgery

A blepharoplasty is a popular procedure for women over forty because as the skin ages, it loses elasticity. This gradual loss of elasticity along with gravity causes excess skin to develop on the upper and lower eyelids. This excess skin results in bags, sagging eyelids and in some cases obstruction of vision. During blepharoplasty, your cosmetic surgeon will make incisions that follow the natural lines on the eyelids, separate the skin and remove excess fat and skin.

It is quite common that patients that elect to have an eyelift also undergo a brow lift. When combined, the overall eye area can be rejuvenated. As people age, the eyebrows can lower significantly, resulting in hooding of the upper eye, forehead creases, and frown lines. A brow lift repositions sagging eyebrows. This can be done using the classic method which involves a continuous incision or endoscopic method that requires a series of small incisions to reposition the underlying tissue.

How a facelift can improve your appearance

A facelift improves visible signs of aging of the face and neck. A facelift can address several signs of aging such as:

1.  jowls
2. mid-face sagging
3. deep smile lines
4. double chin
5. displaced fat
6. wrinkles

This procedure is performed by first making an incision that begins at the temple and circles the ear. The skin is then lifted and the tissues and muscles are tightened. In addition, skin and fat may be removed. As a result, years are taken off of the face and the patient can enjoy a refreshed and revived look.

Overall, there are several plastic surgery procedures for women over 40. As the face begins to show signs of aging, many begin to explore long term solutions. Creams and lotions offer a little help, but for more significant and long-lasting results, a face rejuvenating procedure does the trick. Whether you are in New York City or anywhere else, looking young and fresh is in. Plastic surgery may be your best option.