Sagging face, crow’s feet, wrinkles and general feeling of depression sets in as you look in the mirror and wish for the days of youth once more. As you begin to search for the natural alternative for a facelift, you become even more alarmed. Could it be true that the alternatives to a facelift could be more harmful than the facelift itself?
When looking at the many alternatives, it is good to be aware of possible harm, danger and possible even death if the procedures are done incorrectly. It is good to research the latest fads going on and just see how wonderful they really are. There are many alternatives today including Thermage, Thread-lift, acupuncture, creams, lotions, exercises, treatments and more. The first rule in any search for knowledge is lots and lots of knowledge.
Thermage: According to many ads, Thermage will save you lots of money, help you to avoid a hospital stay and reduce the recovery time. Ah, but what about the horrible pain. This is what many have forgotten to tell you about. According to ageless-beauty.com, “In the wrong hands, Thermage can be dangerous. If you don’t do your homework, you stand a small chance of undergoing a procedure to improve your confidence and self esteem, but ending up looking older or, worse yet, deformed and in long-lasting pain.” For most, Thermage is not an option at all, and would not be considered as an effective anti-aging remedy.
Thread lifts Thread lifts are another common plastic surgery alternative, though they should probably be classified as surgery. After all, a surgeon must pass a barbed needle under the skin in order to complete the treatment. While it is not as difficult as a facelift, it still has many side effects and dangers. Some of the dangers include: scarring, swelling, inflammation, infection and possible visible sutures if the patient has thin skin. They are given local anesthesia and have to endure the pain of having a barbed needle placed in their face. The worst part is that this alternative does not last. It is merely temporary and must be repeated again every few years.
Many creams and lotions can cause allergic reactions to the sensitive skin of the face and neck areas. It is important to talk with a doctor, pharmacist, dermatologist, or other healthcare professional before you use any, especially if you are taking any medications or have known allergy problems, particularly those to medications.
Acupuncture: Although the Chinese have used acupuncture for thousands of years, it is no where close to being a safe and effective alternative for a facelift. It can be both painful and expensive. The main dangers with acupuncture are that the art is not regulated and any “Tom, Dick or Harry” can administer acupuncture without a license or even a clinic.
As you can see, simple is not always better, but these solutions are likely a better alternative to plastic surgery than a risk to your body. Overall, many doctors would recommend them highly over liposuction, and they will normally cost much less without a recovery period as well.
