Alternative Treatments to Mini Facelift?

asked 2 years ago by Weslemoon in canada
Latest answer by Michael Elam, MD
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Tags: age 55-64, face, female, anti-aging

I'm 60 years old and look it. I want to have Mini Facelift but probably couldn't afford it, What would you recommend?

3 answers to Alternative Treatments to Mini Facelift?

Full facelift

Sorry, but just from the one photo you are probably better off having a full facelift if you are healthy. Good luck with your decision.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Affordable Mini lift alternatives to facelift surgery

Weslemoon, Face lift surgery, including mini lifts, address the lower neck, jawline, and neck. Alternative cosmetic treatments, which are generally more affordable in terms of recovery time and cost are either (1) injecting material under the skin to add volume, and/or (2) resurface & smooth the skin (chemical peel, laser resurfacing, dermabrasion). Lastly, before any specific cosmetic facial procedure, make sure you are already following skin care basics. Follow these general... more

Houtan Chaboki, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

Mini lift or other possible corrections

From your photograph I would not suggest a mini lift you need a full facelift in order to address the laxity of skin in the face and neck area. You would probably benefit from a laser skin resurfacing treatment to follow. I understand that finances are a concern but this should not be the determining factor on a type of Facelift you get. The most important thing is to be happy with the result and to do the appropriate surgery properly accessed for your Individual problems. Best regards! more

Michael Elam, MD
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

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