Definition of "rhytidectomy" []

• See face-lift. (noun)

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• "A facelift (technically known as rhytidectomy) can't stop this aging process."
• "A facelift, technically known as a rhytidectomy (literally, surgical removal of wrinkles), is a type of cosmetic surgery procedure used to give a more youthful appearance."
• "And with Botox or the ever-popular rhytidectomy, the patina of age can be polished away at least for a brief time."