A facelift is an effective cosmetic procedure that can lift, tighten, and take years off of your face. The procedure focuses primarily on the bottom two-thirds of your face, and often the neck and décolletage. Modern facelifts used advanced techniques and technology to deliver natural-looking results. Below you will find more about what to expect from a modern facelift.
What to Expect from a Modern Facelift
Traditional facelifts were focused on removing excess skin and tightening as much as possible. This resulted in scarring, undesirable results, and did not consider the underlying structures of the face. A modern facelift in Beverly Hills is much more advanced in terms of technique which delivers much better results. The focus is on safety and results as modern facelifts involve fewer incisions, less scarring, and a customized approach based on your unique needs.
Benefits of a Facelift
A facelift can transform your appearance by addressing the signs of aging. The procedure tightens and redefines your neck, removes sagging jowls, removes and tightens sagging skin, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, removes deep creases, and provides a more voluminous and firm appearance. The results can last more than a decade if you take good care of your skin and health.
Facelift Candidates
Candidates should be healthy individuals that do not smoke. Any medical condition that impairs the healing process can impact your ability to get a facelift. It’s important to talk with your surgeon during your consultation about any medical conditions you have, in addition to any medications you take. Good candidates for the procedure should also have a positive outlook and realistic expectations about the procedure and results.
The best candidates for the procedure also experience one or more of the following: sagging skin and muscles from the cheeks to the jawline; sagging jowls; volume loss in the cheeks and mouth, wrinkles around the nose and mouth, and loose skin on the neck. In order to determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure, you will need to set up a consultation with a plastic surgeon in Beverly Hills.
Types of Facelifts
There are a number of different types of facelifts. The type that is right for you will be discussed at your consultation and customized based on your unique needs. Below are some of the common types of facelifts.
Mini Facelift:
A mini facelift targets your neck and jawline delivering subtle results. It is often used by patients who are in their 30s or 40s who want to address the early signs of aging. A mini facelift results in less scarring and uses less anesthesia which makes recovery much faster.
MACS Facelift:
A minimal access cranial suspension (“MACS”) facelift is unique as it offers results that are subtle. It provides a naturally rejuvenated look that supports and lifts the tissue in the neck, chin, cheeks, and nose. This is a great option for those under the age of 60.
High SMAS Facelift:
A superficial muscular aponeurotic system (“SMAS”) is considered the “gold standard” when it comes to facelifts. The facelift reduces the appearance of nasolabial folds, eliminates the jowls, adds fullness to the cheek area, lifts and tightens the neck area. This technique offers consistent and reliable results.
PSP Facelift:
A platysma SMAS plication (“PSP”) facelift offers natural-looking results as it focuses less on the tightness of traditional facelifts. The procedure involves redistributing the face’s fatty tissues, which allows your unique facial features to still shine through beautifully. The procedure addresses sagging cheeks, jowls, double chin, and nasolabial folds.
Signature 360 Facelift:
The Signature 360 facelift utilizes a multi-technique approach to deliver stunning results. The facelift is customized to your unique needs and can involve a combination of cosmetic procedures and treatments. Because the areas of your face age differently, this approach can address the signs of aging and enhance your natural beauty with minimal scarring.
