Facelift

A facelift is a cosmetic procedure that rejuvenates the face by reducing sagging skin, wrinkles, and other common signs of aging.

As individuals age, their skin loses collagen, elasticity, and volume, which can result in noticeable changes such as jowls, deep folds, or droopy skin. While this is a completely natural occurrence, it can still be frustrating for many. If you are suffering from any of these symptoms, you may be an ideal candidate for a facelift procedure. While the concept of facelift has been around for decades, advancements in surgical techniques have transformed the practice into a highly refined art. Patients may choose a facelift to improve their facial contour, regain lost volume, or reduce the visibility of deep facial wrinkles. 

If you are interested in facial rejuvenation procedures, it is critical that you seek care from the best in the business. Our practice is one of the best in Los Angeles; we help patients from all across Southern California achieve their desired aesthetic goals. We are partnered with multiple top surgeons with years of experience and proven track records of providing patients with stunning results. Schedule a consultation to plan your facelift today by submitting our online contact form. If you have any questions, please call our office at (424) 424-1462.

About Facelift Procedures

Facelift procedures are among the top five most commonly performed cosmetic surgeries in the United States. ⁽¹⁾ Also known as a rhytidectomy, the procedure aims to rejuvenate and revitalize the face by addressing issues such as sagging skin, loss of volume, and deep wrinkles. The face consists of several layers, including skin, subcutaneous fat, and underlying muscles that provide structure and movement. Aging results in the gradual descent of these components due to factors such as decreased collagen production and gravitational pull. To effectively combat these changes and maintain a youthful aesthetic, many people consider cosmetic solutions like facelifts, which also allow for the potential combination with other procedures for a comprehensive transformation.

Benefits

Opting for a facelift offers numerous advantages, enhancing both physical appearance and emotional well-being. Several key benefits include:

Facelift procedures provide patients with a wide variety of potential benefits, both physical and mental. The boost in confidence that achieving the facial aesthetics you desire can potentially give you an increased sense of mental well-being.

To explore how you can experience some of these potential benefits for yourself, schedule a personal consultation with our team today.

Ideal Candidates

Facelift procedures are quite common and appeal to many different types of people. Ideal candidates for a facelift include both men and women experiencing:

Ideal candidates are in overall good health, are non-smokers, and possess realistic expectations regarding the outcome of their surgery. Your eligibility for facelift procedures will be determined by our staff during your personal consultation.

Personal Consultation

Your journey to a revitalized facial aesthetic starts with a personal consultation at our office. During this consultation, you will discuss your medical history, cosmetic concerns, and what you hope to achieve with cosmetic procedures with one of our highly trained, expert staff members. Our team will carefully examine your facial anatomy and skin and recommend the best approach to achieve your desired results after a thorough evaluation. This personalized plan might include recommendations for additional treatments our team feels you could potentially benefit from, as well as details about the preparation, procedure, and recovery processes.

We encourage you to prepare questions and address any potential concerns

you might have about your procedure. Our office emphasizes a patient-first approach to cosmetics, meaning we want you to feel as comfortable and optimistic as possible going into the procedure. 

Schedule your personal consultation today by submitting our online contact form or calling our Los Angeles office at (424) 424-1462.

Preparation

Successful results from your facelift will largely depend on adequate preoperative preparation. Our staff will outline any necessary actions you must take before your procedure. Generally speaking, patients should avoid medications and supplements with blood-thinning properties and should cease the use of nicotine and tobacco to ensure that the procedure and healing processes go smoothly. Because this is a surgical procedure, we recommend that patients make arrangements for transportation home and at-home care for the first few days of recovery.

Procedure

The details of each facelift procedure will vary depending on the individual patient, but are typically similar. Depending on your unique needs, local anesthesia combined with sedation or general anesthesia will be administered to ensure your comfort. Once you are comfortable, your surgeon will make incisions that follow natural creases and lines to camouflage the scar. Your surgeon will make all of the necessary adjustments in the safest and most predictable fashion to achieve a successful result. They will tighten and lift the underlying soft tissues and reposition tissues to add volume to the more deflated areas of the face. These steps restore a more youthful facial contour. Procedure times will vary, but patients can expect a facelift to take anywhere from 2-6 hours.

Recovery

Following your facelift procedure, it is natural to experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort, but these will often subside in the following weeks. Our staff will give you a detailed postoperative protocol to follow to ensure your recovery process goes smoothly. Your progress and results will be monitored during follow-up appointments in the subsequent weeks. Most individuals often return to work and day-to-day activities in one to two weeks, with final results becoming evident in the following months as the healing process fully takes place. 

Results

Results may vary slightly from patient to patient, but facelift procedures are often associated with high patient satisfaction rates. ⁽²⁾ The result of a facelift promises a refreshed and youthful facial appearance. Patients frequently enjoy a smoother complexion, improved definition, and an overall enhancement of their aesthetics. With proper care and maintenance, the benefits achieved from the procedure can last for several years. Scarring becomes increasingly discreet over time, blending harmoniously with the surrounding tissue. Our office has established a fantastic reputation across Southern California for producing consistent, stunning results.

Cost of Facelift Procedures in Los Angeles

The cost of a facelift varies depending on multiple factors, including the extent of the procedure and whether or not any additional procedures are performed. A detailed cost estimate will be given to you during your personal consultation. Book your consultation today by contacting us online or calling us at (424) 424-1462.

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References

1. del Toro E, Aldrich J. Extended SMAS Facelift. PubMed. Published 2021. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK562296/
2. Liu TS, Owsley JQ. Long-Term Results of Face Lift Surgery. Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. 2012;129(1):253-262. doi:https://doi.org/10.1097/prs.0b013e3182362b55