Facial rejuvenation.

Abstract

Facial rejuvenation includes several operations: rhytidectomy, rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, mentoplasty, brow lift, chemical face peel dermabrasion, and collagen injections. The nurse's role begins with identification of expectations of the procedure. The operations described take the surgeon a few hours. Yet the ultimate success occurs over the weeks of postoperative care. Because most operations are performed on outpatient basis, the nurse's role is crucial in preparing the patient for self-care.