title: Rhytidectomy.
abstract: The success of rhytidectomy depends on the selection of the patient, the technique and skill of the surgeon, and preparation of the patient prior to surgery. The patient must be made aware of what to expect before, during, and after the operation. Patients can expect to look presentable enough to appear in public in 2 to 3 weeks following the surgery. The final result will be apparent in from 6 to 8 weeks after surgery (Figs. 8-10).
mesh_terms: D000768:Anesthesia, General; D000772:Anesthesia, Local; D062109:Dermatologic Surgical Procedures; D004322:Drainage; D004487:Edema / Q000209:etiology; D005145:Face / Q000601:surgery*; D020220:Facial Nerve Injuries; D005260:Female; D006487:Hemostasis; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009336:Necrosis; D012867:Skin / Q000473:pathology; D016038:Skin Transplantation; D013518:Surgery, Plastic / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D014182:Transplantation, Autologous