What you Need to Know About Cosmetic Surgery
While going under the knife may have longer-lasting effects than non-surgical cosmetic treatments, most plastic surgery procedures still have a shelf life that can range from a few years to more than a decade.
How long the results of plastic surgery last depends on an array of factors. In some cases, procedures can be done, assuming a healthy lifestyle is maintained. Consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon will help to level set your expectations before surgery and ensure the best results for your concern.
Cosmetic Surgery Life Spans
• Blepharoplasty (a.k.a Eyelid Surgery) - Lifespan: 10 years for upper eyelid blepharoplasty; Lifetime for lower eyelid blepharoplasty
• Browplasty (a.k.a. Brow Lift) - Lifespan: 5 to 10 years
• Rhinoplasty (a.k.a. Nose Job) - Lifespan: Lifetime
• Rhytidectomy (a.k.a. Facelift) - Lifespan: 10 years
• Lower Rhytidectomy (a.k.a. Neck Lift) - Lifespan: 10 years
• Hair Transplants - Lifespan: Lifetime
• Abdominoplasty (a.k.a. Tummy Tuck) - Lifespan: Lifetime with a healthy lifestyle
• Brazilian Butt Lift - Lifespan: Lifetime after the initial reabsorption period
• Breast Surgery - Lifespan: 8 to 10 years for breast implants; Lifetime results with a healthy lifestyle for breast lift and breast reduction
• Liposuction - Lifespan: Lifetime with a healthy lifestyle
