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What is a Facelift?
As we age, our facial contours can become aged due to thinning skin, loss of facial fat, smoking, sun damage, stress, and heredity. A facelift is a cosmetic procedure to improve visible signs of facial aging so you can achieve a more youthful appearance.
Who is a Candidate?
Healthy adults who are bothered by the way their face and neck look due to sagging skin and signs of aging can often benefit from a facelift. Ideal candidates will be nonsmokers who do not have any medical condition that could impair healing. It is also important that patients have a positive outlook on this procedure and realistic expectations. For more information regarding candidacy, contact our office today to schedule a consultation.
The Facelift Procedure
Facelift surgery can be performed under IV sedation or general anesthesia. Your surgeon will recommend the best choice for you. Overall, there are two different types of facelifts, including a mini facelift and a standard facelift.
Mini Facelift
A mini facelift is a good option for individuals with a mild degree of sagging skin. This is a less invasive option that requires shorter incisions, through which deep facial tissues are tightened and lifted to achieve a more youthful appearance.
Standard Facelift
A standard facelift fully addresses moderate to advanced signs of aging. This procedure is more extensive than a mini facelift, but the results are more dramatic. Incisions will be created behind the hairline starting near the temples and continue around the front of the ear, through which deeper tissues are repositioned and excess skin is removed.
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Following a facelift, bandages may be placed around your face to minimize swelling. Small drains may also be placed to collect any excess fluid. Our team will provide you with instructions regarding how to care for your incision sites and what to expect during recovery. Your facelift results will gradually appear as swelling and bruising subside. The final results should help you feel more confident with a more youthful appearance.
Contact Us Today
If you would like to turn back the clock with a facelift, contact Charlottesville Plastic Surgery in Charlottesville, VA today to schedule your consultation appointment. Dr. Willis will speak with you regarding your anti-aging goals and the appropriate treatment options to help you look and feel your best.
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