If you are in your 50s, 60s or 70s and considering plastic surgery, you are not alone. Whether you are looking to improve your appearance for personal reasons or to prepare for an upcoming special event, there is a plastic surgery procedure that can help you achieve your goals. We will discuss some of the most popular plastic surgery and med spa procedures performed for people over 50.
Common Beauty Concerns in Your 50s, 60s and 70s
You are never too old for plastic surgery. If you have a change you want to make, you can likely get the look you want.
As we age, our skin begins to show signs of aging, including wrinkles, fine lines, sun damage, and loss of elasticity. Other common beauty concerns include excess fat deposits and sagging skin. These concerns can be addressed with the following plastic surgery procedures:
Surgical Facelift
A facelift is a surgical procedure that can improve the appearance of your face by reducing wrinkles and sagging skin. If you are over 50 and considering a facelift, it is important to consult with a plastic surgeon who specializes in this procedure.
Non-Surgical Facelift
A non-surgical facelift is a less invasive alternative to a traditional facelift. This type of procedure uses injectables, such as BOTOX or fillers, to improve the appearance of your face.
Neck Lift
A neck lift is a surgical procedure that can improve the appearance of your neck and jawline. If you are over 50 and considering a neck lift, talk with a plastic surgeon about how this procedure in combination with a facelift can produce a comprehensive lower-face makeover.
Liposuction
Liposuction is a surgical procedure that can remove excess fat deposits from your body. If you are over 50 and considering liposuction, one thing you might want to focus on is your skin tone. If you have sagging skin, it may look worse with liposuction alone.
Tummy Tuck
A tummy tuck, also known as an abdominoplasty, is a surgical procedure that can remove excess skin and fat from your abdomen. This procedure is less common for people over the age of 50, but it can be an excellent choice particularly if you have lost a considerable amount of weight in recent years.
Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid surgery, also known as blepharoplasty, is a surgical procedure that can improve the appearance of your eyes by removing excess skin and fat from the eyelids.
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty, also known as a nose job, is a surgical procedure that can improve the appearance of your nose. Not many older people choose to have rhinoplasty, but if the size, shape or position of your nose has bothered you for a long time, it might be time to reshape it.
Sunspot Removal
Sunspots, also known as age spots, are dark spots that can occur on your skin as you age. There are a number of treatment options available, including laser therapy and light therapy.
Cellulite Minimization
Cellulite is a common condition that can occur on the thighs, buttocks and stomach. Women over 50 are particularly susceptible. Treatment options may include laser therapy, radiofrequency therapy and massage.
Other Med Spa Procedures
In addition to plastic surgery procedures, there are a number of med spa treatments that can help you achieve your goals. Med spa treatments, such as laser skin resurfacing and BOTOX Cosmetic, can help improve the appearance of your skin.
If you are over 50 and considering plastic surgery or med spa treatments, be sure to consult with a plastic surgeon who has experience in the procedures that interest you. With so many options available, there is sure to be a treatment that is right for you.
Dr. Chang earned his medical degree from Columbia University after graduating magna cum laude from Yale, and then completed a combined general and plastic surgery residency at Stanford University Medical Center, where he served as chief resident. After becoming a board-certified plastic surgeon, he returned to his home state and established Columbia Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, one of the premier cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery practices between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore.
