Facelift and Neck Lift
Wrinkles, fine lines, and vertical banding can appear on the face and neck over time, significantly aging you. Fortunately, a facelift (rhytidectomy) and neck lift (lower rhytidectomy) can address these concerns and provide a youthful, tapered face along with a more contoured and defined neck and jawline. Facelift surgery is commonly combined with a neck lift unless the neck does not need to be addressed.
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Am I a Candidate?
If you are bothered by skin laxity on your neck and lower face, then a facelift and neck lift may be right for you. Patients with a positive outlook and realistic expectations can benefit from this procedure. Dr. Nguyen will discuss your medical history, concerns, and personal goals during your consultation to develop a personalized surgical plan to help you achieve your desired results.
What Does the Procedure Entail?
Surgery begins with anesthesia to ensure a safe and comfortable operation. After the anesthetic has been administered, incisions are made in the desired locations. The underlying tissues are re-suspended, extra skin is neatly trimmed away, and the remaining skin is pulled tight. Liposuction is sometimes used to remove excess chin or neck fat, producing a slimmer contour. Incisions are then closed using sutures. Ancillary procedures such as fat grafting and skin resurfacing may be combined with your facelift and neck lift to enhance results.
Mini Facelift
If you have mild jowls and sagging skin, then a mini facelift may be better suited to your needs. The mini facelift technique creates shorter, less invasive incisions and can be modified depending on your hair pattern. Incisions are usually made along the hairline above each ear. Corrections are made through the incisions, typically minor lifting and tightening of structural tissues. The skin appears rejuvenated, and the jawline is improved and more defined.
Standard Facelift
A more traditional approach to facial rejuvenation is the standard facelift, designed to address moderate to severe aging in the lower face and neck. Incisions are made within the hairline, near the temples, and extend around the front and behind the ears. Deeper tissues are repositioned and lifted, excess skin is removed, and the remaining skin is pulled tighter and smoothed out. Natural youthful contours are restored, and definition in the lower face and neck is significantly improved.
Recovery
You may experience bruising, itchiness, numbness, redness, swelling, and a sensation of tightness for the first few days. Most patients resume daily work and activities after approximately two to three weeks. Exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for about four weeks. Mini facelift recuperation is slightly quicker, due to the smaller incisions required. Everyone heals at a different speed, so Dr. Nguyen will provide post-operative care instructions and discuss your recovery period with you.
Results
Regardless of the technique you select, the results are noticeable. Excess fat and skin are removed, the skin is pulled taut, and facial laxity is reduced. Without skin sagging and looseness, your face and neck are smoothed out and appear youthful and refreshed. Most patients feel more confident in how they look after a facelift and neck lift. Results may vary from patient to patient.