28 Dec Regain Your Youthful Glow: Exploring What Type Of Facelift Surgery Is For You
Selecting The Right Facelift Surgery
Over time, every individual will notice facial changes. Some typical examples include sagging skin, reduced elasticity, and deep wrinkles. Several anti-aging options are on the market, but facelift surgery is the gold standard for achieving long-term results. Facelifts, also called rhytidectomy, begin with an incision made along the hairline to the ear. The surgeon will then pull, tighten, and adjust the skin, fat, and tissue beneath. From there, excess skin is removed. There are different types of facelift procedures available. Choosing the right surgery is critical to achieving a fantastic, youthful glow.
A traditional, timeless approach
Facelifts have been around for decades. The traditional facelift approach focuses on improving the lower third of the face by targeting the superficial muscular aponeurotic system (SMAS) tissue layer. This layer loses elasticity with age. The procedure carefully lifts and tightens the SMAS layer without disrupting ligaments or connective tissue. Traditional facelifts improve sagging skin, nasolabial folds, marionette lines, and the lower neck region. Patients will notice a tighter jawline, reduced sagging skin, and a youthful appearance.
Targeting the mid-face
Sometimes, the cheeks and mid-face can begin to sag, creating a pronounced, droopy appearance. While most facelifts target the lower region, this specialized procedure improves the signs of aging by manipulating the muscles and tissues in the cheeks and mid-face. The mid-facelift adds volume, smooths skin, and reduces nasolabial folds. The incisions are made along the hairline but may be deeper to target the mid-face. The skin is lifted, and the tissue is repositioned accordingly. The result is often more defined cheekbones, smoother skin, and a softer look without looking pulled or artificial.
Deep plane facelift
Some patients have severe sagging skin due to weight loss or genetics. Advanced age may also cause decreased elasticity and more profound wrinkles. A deep facelift is a longer, more advanced procedure designed to target the muscle and tissue past the SMAS layer. During the procedure, the skin and SMAS layer is lifted to access the muscles and tissue beneath. The surgeon can then manipulate these layers to tighten and improve the skin in the cheeks, lower jawline, and neck. This advanced facelift produces a smoother, more youthful appearance
The mini-facelift
Some patients only have mild to moderate signs of aging but still want preventative and long-term solutions for wrinkles and skin losing elasticity. Additionally, some patients prefer minor improvements with a short recovery time. The S-lift or mini-facelift provides that and much more. Surgeons perform this minimally invasive option by making minor incisions near the hairline close to the ears. The incisions mimic an S shape to lift the skin and access the underlying tissues easily. The surgeon then pulls the tissues and skin up and outward to give the lower face, jawline, and neck a smoother appearance. Mini-facelifts are famous for the short recovery period, minimal risks, and little to no scarring. The procedure targets jowls and wrinkles but not the signs of aging on the upper face.
Regain that youthful glow
Every patient has slightly different layers of tissue, fat, muscle, and facial structures. There are also factors like age, degree of skin laxity, and desired results to consider. The goal is to find the correct procedure to achieve optimal results. A consultation with an experienced surgeon who understands the contours of the face is the first step to regaining a youthful glow. The surgeon can also combine facelifts with a neck lift, eyelid surgery, or other cosmetic procedures to rejuvenate the face. After recovery, patients can approach life with renewed confidence and zeal, looking and feeling younger.