Facelift

The ideal facelift not only revitalizes but also equips patients with a renewed sense of youthfulness and refinement.

Facelift procedures are one of Dr. Brent’s specialties, and he has even developed signature techniques that stand as advancements in the field of cosmetic surgery. Work with a leading plastic surgeon to reduce signs of aging, lift your appearance, and look at your absolute best.

What is a Facelift?

One of the staples of cosmetic surgery, a facelift targets signs of aging around the face, particularly the lower face and neck. It is best known for tightening loose skin and smoothing out wrinkles, but it can also restore a defined jawline and give a more alert appearance. The procedure involves precise removal of excess skin and tightening of tissues that have begun to become loose. Your surgeon will adjust each aspect of your procedure to best address the cosmetic concerns you have, ensuring your experience is highly tailored and suits your natural facial structure.

Some popular concerns to address with a facelift include:

Tighten up facial muscles
Smooth out even deep creases and wrinkles
Restore or improve your facial contours
Eliminate excess, loose skin
Address jowls
Tighten the neck and jawline area

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Choose Your Type of Facelift

As a facelift specialist, Dr. Brent understands that each patient will need a unique approach. In addition to offering several facelift types, he further customizes each procedure according to your individual facial structure. Instead of simply tightening skin, he works with the deeper tissues and facial contours to deliver natural-looking results that avoid a “stretched” face.

Traditional Facelift: A classic procedure that consistently eliminates signs of aging. Dr. Brent still uses adapted and updated techniques to maximize the traditional approach’s efficacy.
360 Facelift: One of Dr. Brent’s Signature procedures. This combination of techniques improves multiple features, including the face, neck, lips, brow, and eyelids all at once.
Mini Facelift: Focuses only on the lower face to define the neck and jawline. Uses fewer incisions.
Non-Surgical: Experience facial rejuvenation using only dermal fillers or FaceTite, both minimally invasive options.
Revision: Correct or improve upon the results of a previous facelift that did not live up to your expectations and needs.
High Smas Facelift: Tighten the face’s deeper layers to create a more natural look.
MACS Facelift: Uses a subtler approach for restrained yet refreshed results. Minimal scarring, quicker recovery, and excellent cheek elevation.

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Signature 360 Facelift®

The 360 Facelift is a signature procedure offered by Dr. Brent. What makes this procedure unique is the combination of multiple techniques that rejuvenate the skin of the face. Each serves its own purpose. But they combine to create a stunningly enhanced appearance.

With your input, Dr. Brent will put together a personalized procedure for you. Each aspect of it will focus on matching your unique needs. Below are some of the procedures that a signature 360 includes:

LiveFill® graft insertion into your lips
Dr. Brent’s signature Neck-Lace®
Dr. Brent’s signature USIC® cheek lift
A bidirectional face and neck lift with no SMAS removal
Cheek augmentation
Upper lip lift
Subcutaneous minimally invasive brow lift
Nerve-sparing brow muscle reduction
Upper blepharoplasty
Conservative laser resurfacing

For each of these aspects, Dr. Brent always works to minimize scarring. He uses tiny incisions and places them in natural folds to hide them. Scars will still be permanent, but visibility will be minimal.

Dr. Brent understands that the face does not age in parts, but rather as a whole. This is the thinking behind developing this signature procedure. To address aging effectively, one must approach the entire face.

Advantages & Benefits

A Natural, Younger Look: Dr. Brent’s techniques were developed with creating a refined, natural-looking results in mind. Instead of a stretched appearance, wrinkles and skin are smoother gently while still generating a stunning, youthful appearance.
Adaptive Options: Crafting the right results requires a flexible approach to surgery. Dr. Brent tailors each aspect, from technique to procedure type, to build the aesthetic outcome his patients want to see.
Ready to Combine: A lift can easily be combined with additional procedures for comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Dr. Brent’s Signature 360 Facelift is built on this principle.
Long-Lasting Results: Patients deserve results that are not only astonishing for a few months but also for years. Dr. Brent takes into account your facial structure and how it might age to craft results that will remain impressive for years.

What to Expect for Your Procedure

Preparation: Preparing for your procedure is straightforward but an essential part of the process. Dr. Brent provides key instructions such as getting bloodwork, pausing medications, avoiding smoking, and more. Adhering to these promotes a safer surgery and better results.
Treatment Day: Patients can expect an average of 2 hours for their surgery, with variation depending on how complex your surgery is. Combined procedures may also take some more time. You will receive general anesthesia for the entire surgery, so there will be no pain while Dr. Brent crafts your near appearance.
Recovery at Home: Once Dr. Brent finishes the surgery, patients can return home with someone to drive them. The two foundations of successful recovery are rest and post-surgery aftercare.

Recovery occurs in several stages, and Dr. Brent provides comprehensive instructions for each stage. He also sees patients for follow-up appointments to track how well they are doing.

FAQs

Is a facelift safe?

Any procedure can carry risk, but that risk is minimized by working with a qualified, experienced physician. Dr. Brent is a double board-certified surgeon who has spent years perfecting his craft. Patient well-being is at the core of his approach, utilizing techniques that create beautiful results while ensuring patient safety.

Can I combine procedures with a facelift?

You can! Combining procedures gives you the advantages of multiple surgeries while combining all the recovery into a single period. Spreading out surgeries can lead to additional interruptions to your daily routine.

When will I see the results?

The changes are immediate, but it is key to remember that your final results will only be evident once the swelling has faded. Most of the swelling goes down within a couple of weeks, and you can see a more youthful appearance by that time. However, full swelling resolution can take a few months, as even minor residual swelling needs to fade before you see your final results.

How long do the results last?

A well-performed lift can provide benefits for between 10 and 15 years on average. However, lifestyle factors can either shorten or lengthen this period. Avoiding things like smoking and excess sun exposure will work in your favor. While habits like an unhealthy diet, stress, and a sedentary lifestyle may work against you.

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Dr. Moelleken has a well-qualified staff at his Beverly Hills plastic surgery. We have offices in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles to provide services to a broader community. We understand that every face is unique, and every perception of beauty is different. Do you want a facial plastic surgeon who will listen to your concerns? Schedule a consultation today. Dr. Moelleken will provide answers to all your questions and work with you every step of the way.

Moelleken Plastic Surgery wants you to feel more attractive, confident, and youthful. Start today and let Dr. Moelleken create a customized surgical plan designed only for you.

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