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Facelift

You may be a candidate for this procedure if you have experienced a loss of skin elasticity and muscle tone of the head and neck. It may also be desirable if you have the appearance of jowls and deep creases between the base of the nostrils and corners of the mouth. It may also be helpful if you believe you lack youthful chin and neck contours and feel you have a tired appearance. This is a permanent surgical procedure, and can “set the clock back” approximately 10 years.

The procedure is intended to give the patient a more rested and youthful contour to the head and neck. The procedures range in size from "mini" to "standard" depending on location and extent of skin laxity. It begins with incisions along the hairline, by the ear, on the chin, or along the earlobe. The surgeon will then lift the skin and trim and remove the excess. The skin that remains will then be tightened and repositioned. The operation is done on an outpatient basis under IV sedation, or under general anesthesia. The patient goes home with the head and neck wrapped in dressings, which are usually removed the next day. Initial discomfort is controlled with oral medication. Sutures are removed within 14 days and bruising and swelling decreases to "socially acceptable" levels in 10-20 days. The final result of a procedure is evident in four to six weeks or sooner, with continued improvement for several months.

We would like to emphasize that this is a surgical procedure and, as such, carries with it some risk. We encourage all patients to learn as much about the process before undergoing a procedure. Our patients should gather as much information as possible and also direct questions to our friendly staff.

 

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