The status of rhytidectomy from the first attempt publishedaround 1900 to the present techniques of total, sectional, andsegmental correction is in a constant state of evolution and isdirectly related to a continually refined understanding of theanatomical and pathologic details of facial aging. Surgerycannot simply reverse all of the effects of aging . However,tissue can be repositioned and volume redistributed to recreate amore youthful appearance. The goal of the face- lift operation isto rejuvenate the face to the limits of each age without givingthe patient the illusion of having the image of young personthrough more aggressive procedure. The goal of rejuvenationprocedures of the face is to leave a natural and harmonious lookwith minimal evidence of surgical intervention.