You should arrive at the consultation prepared to provide complete information about:

• previous surgeries
• past and present medical conditions
• treatments you have received
• medications that you are taking, including nutritional supplements and herbal remedies
  

If you are overweight and have a realistic desire to lose more than 15 pounds, your weight loss could affect your results. It’s important to discuss these plans with Dr. Barnthouse.

During your physical evaluation, Dr. Barnthouse will assess your bone structure and the underlying tissues of your face. The thickness, texture and elasticity of your skin and the severity of the wrinkles and folds will also be considered. Your hairline will be examined to determine where incisions can be discretely placed. All of these factors will be considered in developing your surgical plan.

Dr. Barnthouse may explain additional procedures that can be performed along with a facelift to meet your appearance goals. For example, a facelift is frequently combined with:

• a forehead lift, to correct lines or furrows in the brow
• eyelid surgery, to eliminate drooping upper eyelids or bags beneath the eyes
• nose reshaping
• skin treatments, such as chemical peel or laser resurfacing, to minimize fine wrinkles