Facial surgery is one of the most common types of plastic surgery in the United States. It is focused primarily on the cosmetic alteration of the face, head, neck, and chin areas. The American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Inc. reports that 75 percent of plastic surgery procedures are for the face. If you are considering a consultation with a facial plastic surgeon, it may help to explore the various procedures in advance of your appointment with Dr. Dennis Reiter at Visione 360 and Vision Associates in El Paso, TX.

Top Facial Surgeries

When you have plastic surgery for the face, it doesn't need to be a complete overhaul of your features. You can pick and choose what you would like to have changed. Top procedures for facial plastic surgery include:

• Facelift (pulls back and tightens the skin for a more youthful appearance),
• Nose surgery (also called rhinoplasty).
• Eyelid surgery (also called blepharoplasty).
• Brow lift.
• Liposuction for the neck and chin.
• Cosmetic ear surgery (otoplasty).

Benefits of Facial Plastic Surgery

These are some of the more notable benefits of facial plastic surgery for you to consider:

• A relatively fast healing process compared to other cosmetic surgeries.
• Enhances your eyes, facial symmetry, and the contours of your face.
• Can shave years off of your appearance.
• Personal satisfaction, improved self-image, and confidence.

What To Know Before Facial Plastic Surgery

Though some facial plastic surgery procedures are considered minor, they still come with risks and require close attention from you and your doctor. Before scheduling surgery with an El Paso, TX, facial plastic surgeon, there are a few things you should keep in mind:

• You must pass a medical exam and review in advance to be a candidate for plastic surgery.
• You must be 18 or older or have parental consent.
• You must disclose all past surgeries and other medical history.
• A healing period of up to a month is required and you must follow very strict aftercare notes from your doctor.

New Face, New You

The decision on whether you want to go forward with plastic surgery is yours and yours alone because you live with your appearance every day. Let a facial plastic surgeon guide you and give you more information about the top options available at Visione 360 and Vision Associates in El Paso, TX. You can reach Dr. Dennis Reiter at the office by calling (915) 532-3937.