Facelift

As you age, your face ages with you, developing deep creases, sagging skin, and unwanted fat deposits. A facelift can help improve these most visible signs of aging by smoothing loose skin on the face and neck, tightening underlying tissues, and removing excess fat. This revitalizing procedure can restore smoother, more youthful, and pleasing contours to the face and neck.

At Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, board-certified plastic surgeon Gene Sloan, MD performs facelift surgery to help patients achieve a more youthful facial profile. Well versed in facial procedures and a variety of facelift techniques, Dr. Sloan prides himself on producing natural-looking results for his patients in a warm and comfortable environment.

What Are the Benefits of a Facelift?

A facelift can greatly benefit individuals looking to rejuvenate their appearance. This popular procedure offers:

Reduction of Fine Lines and Wrinkles: Specifically targets creases around the nose, mouth, and other areas of the face.
A More Youthful Appearance: Reduces visible signs of aging by removing excess skin and tightening underlying tissues, which typically results in a more youthful facial contour.
Long-Lasting Results: Offers more long-term results compared to non-surgical treatments, with effects that can last for many years. You will always look younger than your actual age.
Improved Self-Esteem: Enhances facial aesthetics significantly, which can boost one’s confidence and self-image.
Customizable Outcomes: Tailored to meet individual needs, allowing for a natural-looking enhancement that complements overall facial features.

Who Is a Candidate for a Facelift?

Ideal candidates for a facelift are individuals typically looking to address signs of aging such as sagging skin, deep wrinkles, and loss of muscle tone in the face and neck. Good candidates should have some skin elasticity remaining to achieve satisfactory results. It is important for patients to be in good overall health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations about the outcome of the surgery. A facelift can be particularly suited for those who wish to restore a more youthful and refreshed appearance but find that non-surgical treatments are not as effective.

During a consultation with Dr. Sloan, he can determine if you are a candidate for facelift surgery.

How Is the Facelift Procedure Performed?

A facelift can range from a minimally invasive mini-facelift to a full face and neck lift. It may also be combined with other procedures such as eyelid surgery, brow lift, and skin resurfacing. A facelift is an outpatient procedure usually performed under general anesthesia. Dressings, drains, and sutures are all removed 5 days after surgery. Discomfort is usually minimal. You will see improvement immediately but it may take 2 to 3 weeks before enough swelling and bruising has subsided that you are comfortable in public.

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How Is Recovery After a Facelift?

Recovery after a facelift often involves a period of downtime and careful management to ensure optimal results. Patients may experience some swelling and bruising, but these side effects generally subside after a couple of weeks. Discomfort felt during the healing process can typically be managed with prescribed or over-the-counter pain medication. Most people feel comfortable returning to normal, light activities within 2 to 3 weeks, depending on the extent of the procedure. It is important to follow post-operative care instructions, including keeping your head elevated, avoiding strenuous activities for at least four weeks, and not smoking. Follow-up appointments can also be beneficial to monitor your healing and address any concerns during the recovery phase.

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How Much Does Facelift Surgery Cost?

The cost of facelift surgery can vary depending on several factors, such as:

The extent of the surgery: mini-face, standard, or extended.
Operating time. A second facelift may take longer due to the presence of scar tissue.
Additional procedures, such as neck lift, eyelids, fat grafting being performed in conjunction with facelift surgery
Anesthesia, facility, and surgeon’s fees

A personalized treatment plan will be developed following your consultation and a member of our team will provide you with a customized quote. We also offer financing options for qualified applicants through reputable third-party lenders. Available plans help make procedure payments more manageable, thus making facelift surgery more accessible for those who desire an enhanced facial appearance.

If you are interested in a facelift and would like a confidential consultation, contact us today. Or call our Little Rock, Arkansas plastic surgery office at 501-521-2738.