A facelift is a very common procedure performed on patients ranging from the 40s to 70s.  There are many reasons to get the surgery which include lines, wrinkles, folds as well as the formation of jowls, loss of cheek volume and sagging skin associated with the signs of aging.  The drooping and sagging jowl area is quite common in teh lower 1/3 area of the face.  Genrally speaking, a mini facelift or short scar facelift may be better suited for younger patients who might need minor correction.  Dr. Sheffield is a pioneer of the latest techniques.  He uses tumescent anesthesia for his facelift procedures.