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 Virginia Face Lift & Mini Face Lift Procedure
What is a face lift / mini face lift?A face lift will improve the upper neck area and lower jaw line. It will help smooth out the cheek skin, and help restore a more youthful and balanced look to the face. A mini face lift will soften the aging affects along the jaw line and neck, but cannot take care of excessive extra skin. Who should consider a face lift / mini facelift?If you have noticeable loose skin in the upper neck or fullness along the jaw line (referred to as “jowls”) you may be a candidate for a facelift or mini facelift. Dr. Wray will assess your condition and recommend options for correction, which may include surgical or non surgical techniques, or a combination of both. What areas of the face are addressed with a face lift?A surgeon usually divides the face into three parts. The forehead, eyebrows and upper eyelids constitute the upper face. The lower eyelids and cheeks make up the mid-face, and the mouth, jaw and upper neck make up the lower face. It is important to remember that a face lift is only intended to help the lower face, and additional procedures like eye lid lifts and cheek lifts are frequently performed in tandem with a face lift. Is it possible to get eye rejuvenation with a face lift?Eyelid surgery can often be combined with a face lift and help restore a brightness around the eyes. At the time of your consult, Dr. Wray will evaluate your entire face, and recommendations will be made to help restore youthfulness and keep a good balance in your face. Together we will choose the appropriate treatments or procedures specifically for you. How is a typical face lift procedure performed?The incisions for a facelift will start in the hair above the ear, hug the ear and go inside the ear. It then extends around the bottom of the ear, onto the back of the ear and into the hair. Another incision is often made under the chin, so fat can be removed and the muscles treated if needed. The skin is lifted, fat is shifted in the face, the underlying layers are tightened, and the skin is trimmed and closed. Will there be scarring after a face lift?Anytime the skin is cut, there will be a scar left behind. The goal of a facelift is to hide the scars as much as possible, making them fine lines in the hair and hugging the ears. There will sometimes be another short scar under the chin. Makeup can be placed over the scars after about 10 days, and the redness will fade over 3-6 months. What can be expected after a face lift?You can usually remove the dressings in 1-2 days and begin showering. You will usually have mild swelling and bruising that can extend down the neck, most of which can easily be covered with camouflage makeup. You will need to avoid heavy lifting for 2-3 weeks, but can be walking or doing “gentle” exercise, as long as you do not strain within days of your surgery. Sutures are removed in 5-7 days. How long does a face lift take?Depending on the exact procedures being done, a mini facelift will usually take 2-3 hours in the office, and a standard facelift can last 3-5 hours, again depending on what additional procedures are being done. A standard facelift is performed as an outpatient procedure. Will I need general anesthesia?A mini facelift is an office procedure that is done using just local anesthesia around the ears with or without oral medication. A standard facelift is an outpatient procedure and is usually done using general anesthesia. How long do the results of a face lift last?The results of a facelift can last 10 or more years; but the natural aging process will continue, so your heredity, sun exposure and smoking will all factor in to how quickly you will start seeing excess skin. Smaller procedures and skin care can help maintain a fresher, younger look. What is the recovery time associated with a face lift /mini face lift?With a mini facelift you can expect bruising down the sides of your neck, which are usually mild and can be covered up. There is very minimal swelling. A standard facelift will usually have more bruises close to the mouth and down the neck. Bruises can be covered with camouflage make-up. Strenuous activity is limited for several weeks, but gentle activity such as walking can be done immediately. Patients can usually return to work within days of a mini facelift, and usually 1-2 weeks after a standard facelift. For more information about Virginia Face Lifts / Mini Face Lifts...The professionals at The Center for Plastic Surgery and MediSpa are always available to answer any questions regarding our Face Lift / Mini Face Lift procedures. Please give us a call at 1-540-444-4343 to schedule a consultation. You can also schedule a consultation online by clicking here: Schedule a Consultation Online for a Face Lift / Mini Face Lift Face Lift Before and After Photos
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