Both gravity and diminished volume in the face are results of aging. Most patients requesting evaluation for a face lift feel that their facial features do not reflect the fact that they still feel youthful and energetic. Our doctors believe face lifts are a great procedure for patients who want to reverse the signs of aging, such as excess skin and sagging along the jawline. Many face lifts also incorporate some degree of a neck lift, depending on the severity and location of excess skin.
BEST CANDIDATES FOR FACE LIFT SURGERY
– Sagging skin in the midface and/or jawline
– Deep creases extending from the nose to the corners of the mouth (nasolabial folds)
– Lines extending from each corner of the mouth down the chin (marionette lines)
– Fallen or displaced facial fat (volume)
– Sagging and loss of muscle tone in the lower face, resulting in jowls
CONSULTATION
Our doctors perform a full physical examination of the patients and collect their medical history during the consultation. Based on our doctors’ evaluation and the goals of the patient, our doctors will recommend different options. Together, our doctors and the patient will work to create a plan that encompasses the patient’s desires and individual anatomy for optimal aesthetic results.
SURGERY DETAILS
Face lift procedures are performed under general anesthesia in approximately 3-4 hours. Our doctors will make the incision where the ear meets the cheek, ensuring it will be nicely hidden. Depending on the degree of the face lift, the incision can trace from the hairline in the temple to the front of the ear and if needed, may extend behind the ear. Our doctors perform a face lift by lifting the skin, accessing the muscle, tightening the muscle, and then removing excess skin. This method creates a more naturally enhanced result rather than a pulled look.
Provided by the American Society of Plastic Surgeons
RECOVERY & POST OPERATION
– Apply ice pack for every 20 mins, during 72 hours after operation helps will swelling and bleeding as well as easing pain.
– Elevate your head and shoulders up on 2 or more pillows for the first week. Do not lie down on your sides.
– Take painkillers as directed. Take antibiotics as directed to prevent infection.
– Stitches will be removed in 7 or 14 days after the operation.
– Imbalance, swelling, numbness, bruises, etc may persist for 2-3 months depending on individual. Sensory impairment on the top of your head and earlobes generally will recover slowly over 3-6 months. Scars may take up to a year to fade.
– Walking exercise is possible immediately after surgery. Intensive sports like swimming, yoga, weightlifting and extreme stretching is allowed only after 2 months.
FROM OUR DOCTORS
“In nearly all patients, I prefer to perform my face lifts in two layers, working on both the skin as well as the muscle layer below. I feel that this gives an excellent lift, which is natural appearing, but without giving the skin a pulled appearance. Overall, my goal is to give patients a rejuvenated appearance, done in conservative fashion so that their friends notice that they look fresher and more rejuvenated, without knowing how it was accomplished. I cannot emphasize enough that each face is individual and unique, and careful and meticulous technique is required in order to give a natural rejuvenation.”
– DR. HSU
“Facelift is a very popular operation, because people love the youthful results. We use a minimal incision technique that has a beautiful result with much less recovery time versus older, traditional methods. I concentrate on creating a natural result that balances your facial shape and contours. ”
– DR. YAO
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Best techniques for Face Lifts?
Most face lift techniques focus on the lower facial areas, such as the jawline, jowls and cheeks. A face lift can also focus on the mid-face or the forehead. In some techniques, deeper facial tissues may be repositioned or tightened to restore a more youthful contour. In other techniques, removal or addition of fat or other soft-tissue fillers may be necessary to achieve the best results. Today, many different techniques exist with outcomes that can be consistently reliable, safe, and durable.
Face Lift surgery recovery tips?
After surgery, the patient and their caregiver will receive detailed instructions about post-surgical care, including information about normal symptoms and potential signs of complications. Patients need to follow all postoperative instructions, including information about bandages, drains (if placed), taking an antibiotic (if prescribed), and the level of activity that is safe. Recovery time will vary by patient and in relation to the extent of the surgery.
What to expect in my final results from a Face Lift?
The recovery for a face lift is longer than a mini-face lift, but the results generally last over 10 years. The more extensive the procedure, the longer the recovery period will be, but the longer the results will last.
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CONSULTATION
We are looking forward to meeting you in person, hearing your aspirations, and tailoring a surgical plan especially for you. We hope our in-person consultation will answer all of your questions, provide you a sense of confidence and also further your excitement of the path you are on.