How much does running (daily, 4+ miles) affect the longevity of a facelift? Also, how does menopause affect the face?

Dr. Dean Kane Q & A. 

Q. How much does running (daily, 4+ miles) affect the longevity of a facelift? Also, how does menopause affect the face?

A. A facelift is a personal investment. To make it last longer, maintenance of weight with exercise including running and diet like other lifestyle improvements will maintain the quality your surgery.

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​Running per se, is not the issue as it up-regulates the repair and anabolic pathways of our immune system. It is other factors which accelerate the passive aging of our skin, organs and glands. These include:

1. ​Dry  and harsh weather environments
2. ​UV light (sun and tanning lights)
3. ​Dehydration
4. ​Low protein, high carb diets
5. ​Lack of essential fatty acids
6. Menopause (due to lack of proper hormone stimulation including: estrogen, testosterone, thyroid, growth hormone and many others)
7. ​Many other factors.

Beyond the obvious reversal of the above list, you should consider a skin stimulation regimen such as the ZO Obagi Skin Health systems provided by a qualified and Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Facial ENT Surgeon or Dermatologist. The use of retinols and non-retinols, hydroquinones and non-HQ's along with its anti-oxidants, UV blockers and many other protective plant compounds will assist in stimulating proper skin regeneration and rejuvenation. Sculptra injections has also been the most recent advancement in non-surgical firming and maintenance of facial skin and soft tissues.
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​I hope this has been helpful. All the best!
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