I am ready to schedule my facelift surgery and I am really excited.

Question:
I am ready to schedule my facelift surgery and I am really excited. I am male, 48 years old, a smoker and have pharmaceutically untreated high blood pressure. I have been making lifestyle changes to decrease my blood pressure naturally. Does my medical condition predispose me for any complications from this surgery?

Answer:
It is always better to control medical conditions prior to surgery. Natural methods such as lifestyle and diet changes are preferred, but sometimes medication is required. Well-controlled high blood pressure is not a disqualifier for facelift surgery.