Facial fillers are cheaper than a face lift and some facial fillers can last up to 10 years like Artecoll ® and Aquamid ®.
Artecoll is approved in the United States by the FDA for use in Nasolabial Folds only (smile lines).
Aquamid can be used to fill in other areas of the face, but is not approved by the FDA (It is undergoing trials right now) and is only available in Europe.
Surgery always has the risk of death and other nasty side effects like infection.
However, I'll admit facial fillers cannot replace a complete Facelift as the two are completely different.
Consider your options and research as much as you can before going in for your initial consultation.
I wish you the best of results in whichever path you choose.
< Message edited by Greg -- 11/3/2008 12:14:44 PM >