Does a Facelift Also Include the Eyes and Neck? Doctor Answers, Tips

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Facelift does not include eyes or forehead, but does include neck.

Facelift does not include eyes or forehead, but does include neck. There is no "ballpark" figure as it depends on the amount and type of aging and how much work needs to be done. I have been doing facelifts and facial plastic surgery for 35 years and the costs can vary from $5000 to$25,000. You get what you pay for and it's your face.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Does a Facelift Also Include the Eyes and Neck

NO! Very common mis interpretation. Rhyidectomy or Meloplasty are the terms for any face/neck lift. Blepharoplasty is for eye lifts. Very important the doctor and you understand what you want. Be careful out there.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Miami Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift Definition

Each practice has a different definition of a facelift. Neck Lift and Blepharoplasty generally are distinct procedures which may be done at the same time as a basic facelift. Before proceeding with surgery, it is important for the surgeon to clearly define what he/she is planning to do so you can provide proper consent.

Kris M. Reddy, MD, FACS
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

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Face lift terminology

Although some surgeons and patients use the term 'full face lift' to describe procedures on the entire face, most surgeons use the term face lift (facelift) to describe a procedure that primarily addresses the lower face and neck. If you really want to break it down here is a list of procedures that are typically done to address the aging face Brow lift (aka forehead lift) Upper blepharoplasty (aka upper eyelid lift) Lower blepharoplasty (aka lower eyelid... more

Sam Naficy, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift in LA

For years, there have been doctors who have used the term "complete facelift" to cover cosmetic procedures of the eyes (blepharoplasty), forehead lift, face and neck lift. Personally, I don't like that term and refer to the procedures individually, and it seems like most other doctors on this forum do likewise. If you have trouble finding a reputable facial plastic surgeon in LA, then you probably aren't looking very hard. There are more... more

Lawrence Kass, MD
Saint Petersburg Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.kassmd.com

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Facelift?

Thank you for the question. "Facelifting" generally refers to facial rejuvenation of the face and neck area. Forehead (brow) lifting refers to rejuvenation surgery of the forehead area and blepharoplasty refers to surgery of the eyelids. Costs of these procedures will vary from surgeon to surgeon. Best wishes.

Tom J. Pousti, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

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What does a facelift include?

Researching facelift procedures can be confusing. Many surgeons use different terminology and there are many techniques used to address facial rejuvination. The face is typically divided into vertical thirds with the forehead and brow representing the upper third, the eyes and cheeks the middle third, and the jawline and neck the lower third. Everybody ages differently. Some people age more rapidly in the lower face and neck and the midface and brow/forehead region look fine. You really... more

Todd C. Miller, MD
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Does a Face Lift always include the eyes and neck?

No, I have performed Face Lifts for over 20 years and there are types of Face Lifts that do include the neck and those that do not. The eyes have always been considered a separate area and procedure called Blepharoplasty or eye lift. I think that you'll find experienced Face Lift surgeons will also be experienced performing Neck Lifts and Eye Lifts.

Francis R. Palmer, III, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Many patients confuse multiple procedures around the eyes and brow as facelifts.

Often blepharoplasty (eyelid lift and/or repair) and browlifts are combined with facelifts but they are really procedures to rejuvenate the upper face. Surgeons refer to facelift as a variety of procedures that solve problems in the lower third of the face and the neck. These problems usually involve deepening nasolabial folds, marionette lines, jowls, and fullness under the chin, as well as wrinkles of the neck. There are different types of facelifts and consultation with a qualified... more

Harold J. Kaplan, MD
Los Angeles Facial Plastic Surgeon

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A Facelift is Only a Facelift

No, a facelift is just that, a facelift. Eye work is a blepharoplasty (usually billed separate) . Brow elevation is also separate and billed accordingly. However when multiple proceedues are done at the same time all surgeons offer some degree of discounting. Prices vary from surgeon to surgeon and area to area I cannot give you any specific numbers.

Richard Galitz, MD
Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift includes neck but not eyes.

Hi. Planning the right combination of procedures and techniques for your face is just as important as doing the surgery well. The goal is a natural, non-surgical look. Assuming that you also need your eyelids done, you should plan to spend at least $15, 000 in LA.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift types

Facelift as a term generally refers to a procedure which elevates and tightens tissue in the lower face, neck, and cheeks. Brows and eyelids are considered seperate procedures. Facelift terminology has become quite confusing with many surgeons coining terms for their specific types of lift. My approach is to discuss the specifics my plan for lower facial rejuvenation with each patient since I believe each procedure is different and should be tailored to the individual. more

Mark Beaty, MD
Atlanta Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift definition

There are different types of facelifts and techniques to perform them. What is included and involved depends on the patient's needs and the surgeon's recommendations. Seeing a board certified plastic surgeon will help determine a patient's specific needs. Eyes are typically treated as a separate zone, but necks, jowls, and cheeks often are a part of a, "facelift." Hope this helps!

David C. Yao, MD
Phoenix Plastic Surgeon

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What is in a facelift?

A facelift is not an exact term but for most doctors includes your entire face and neck below the lower lids. The eyes are not part of it nor is the brow.

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift and Types

You need to do some homework on surgeons. A facelift is actually a uniform name for any work done throughout the midface down to the neck- not including eyelid or eyebrow work. I divide my “facelifts” into midfacelifts, extended midfacelifts, necklifts, full facelifts, etc, depending on the amount of work to be performed.

Jeffrey Epstein MD, FACS
Miami Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Eyelift often enhances facelift results – surgeon’s experience matters

As with most professions, skill and talent are very important. In addition, your surgeon’s experience matters for the most attractive results. Typically, a “facelift” involves the lower half of the face – the jowls and neck tissues. If your concerns are in that area – a facelift is the procedure for you. Just as our face and neck age, your eyes may also show signs of aging. An eyelift often enhances facelift results. Check with the American Society of... more

George John Alexander, MD
Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

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A Facelift tightens the face and neck-Eyelid rejuvenation is a separate procedure called Blepharoplasty

A Facelift only addresses aging changes in the face and neck. The Blepharoplasty, a procedure to correct hooding of the upper eyelids and puffiness or bags of the lower eyelid is a separate and distinct eyelid procedure. In my practice it is very common to perform facelift and blepharoplasty at the same operation as most patients who want a Facelift also need eyelid rejiuvenation. Word of mouth referrals and testimonials from patients who have had a Facelift can be helpful in... more

Brooke R. Seckel, MD
Boston Plastic Surgeon

www.drseckel.com

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A "facelift" is a generic term

A "facelift" is a generic term with different definitions. Generally speaking, the forehead, midface, and lower face/neck area can be lifted together, or just one or two of these areas may be lifted, depending on what the patient needs and what his/her goals are. Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is a distinct procedure that is often (but not always) performed at the same time. There are several other complementary procedures that may be performed at the same... more

Anurag Agarwal, MD
Naples Facial Plastic Surgeon

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This is what a facelift does and does not do:

Dear roseangela, Although there is no strict definition to what a face lift entails, it most commonly means a procedure that will rejuvenate the neck and face, up to and including the the cheeks. With this procedure, there is usually a an incision in front of the ear that follows that its natural curves and creases, and extends slightly into the temple hair, or it follows the underside of the side burn. In the back of the ear, there is an incision that follows the fold behind the... more

Lawrence Tong, MD
Toronto Plastic Surgeon

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A Facelift Does Not Necessarily Include Eyelid Surgery

A common lay term I hear from patients in my practice is a "Full Facelift", which is assumed to mean total facial rejuvenation. However, this is not a term used by Facelift Surgeons and terminology tends to be much more specific. A "Facelift" generally means elevation and repositioning of the jowls, sculpting of the jawline, tightening the neck, and (sometimes) elevation of the mid-face. A "mini-Lift" procedure generally does not include... more

Stephen Prendiville, MD
Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drprendiville.com

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What does a facelift include? Eyes? Neck?

Never assume a procedure includes this or that. Ask your Plastic Surgeon what the procedure includes specifically. Don't get me wrong, Plastic Surgeons aren't looking to bait and switch you, selling you one procedure and giving you another... it's more that as information is more and more readily available to patients via television and the internet, some surgeons take for granted what the patients knowledge base includes. A thorough discussion with your doctor... more

William A. Wallace, MD, FACS
Jacksonville Plastic Surgeon

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A facelift does not include the eyes but does the neck.

You ask a very good question that is confusing to many people. Traditionally a facelift encompasses the face and neck. It does not include the eyes or the brow. However, many surgeons now break up the traditional facelift into a facelift and a necklift. It is certainly possible to do all the procedures at one setting and in fact this is very commonly performed. Prices will vary based on your part of the country. I recommend you find an experienced plastic surgeon whom you feel... more

Paul Vitenas, Jr., MD
Houston Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift and what it includes

Usally a facelift incorporates elevation of the cheek mounds, improvement in the jowls and often improvement in the neck. The eyes and brow are usualy separate.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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What a facelift includes

A Facelift includes the lower face and the neck. The reason being is that for some people that is all they need. From there you would add, brow lift for smoothing the forehead and elevating the eyebrows, then upper and/or lower eyelids. Again each of these procedures are separate because each patients needs are different. A Facelift that does not include the neck would be a mini Facelift, or it is possible to need a neck lift only. Then there are patients that opt to have additional... more

Miguel Delgado, Jr., MD
San Francisco Plastic Surgeon

www.dr-delgado.com

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Face, eyelids, browlift are usually separate

You can do all three procedures together or separate. I usually recommend a facelift with a lateral brow lift to open up the eyes and decrease the excess on the lateral brow area which is common after a facelift only procedure. The eyelids , when needed are done at the same time but many patients do it in steps.

Luis A. Vinas, MD
West Palm Beach Plastic Surgeon

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Finding a Good,Facial Plastic Surgeon in Southern California and Your Face Lift!

Dear Rose, A classic description of face lift is referred to rejuvenation of lower face, jowls and neck. Other procedures such as upper eyelid lift, brow lift, forehead lift, lower lid surgery, mid face lift, fat transfer to cheek, chin implants all referred to their own category of procedures. Some surgeons refer to combination of all or part of these as a full face lift. Each procedure takes time to perform therefore ads to the surgeon fee and the operating room fees. Figure out... more

Kevin Sadati, DO
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift includes the neck, but not the eyes

The face neck lift encompasses tightening the cheeks, jowls, and facial skin. It also accomplishes tightening the muscles in the neck, the SMAS level in the cheeks, and removing any fat above and below the persistent muscle in the neck. Basically, it is a lift from the corner of the eyes all the way down to below the Adam’s apple to complete comprehensive facial rejuvenation. The facelift does not include eyelid surgery and does not include a forehead lift. It is very important to have... more

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.seattlefacial.com

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Facelift is really a lower face (jowl) and neck lift.

"Facelift" is a poorly chosen word to describe what the surgery really does. A facelift improves the neck and jowls. Surgeons call other facial surgeries, blepharoplasty (eye lift), brow lift (forehead lift), mid-face lift (elevates cheeks), neck lift (neck only), and mini lift ("Lifestyle lift", "Quick lift", J-lift, S-lift and other cute names) improves the lower face and jowls only. You are correct, a facelift does not include the eyes and forehead, and to... more

Theda C. Kontis, MD
Baltimore Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Facelift Surgery Does Include Neck Surgery, but Not Eyelid or Brow Surgery

Hi roseangela in Los Angeles, CA, Facelift refers to cosmetic surgery of the lower face (jowls) & neck. Although there are many different face lift procedure terms, there are really only a few different types. These basic face lift types are the SMAS, deep, or composite. Face lift may be combined with other cosmetic surgery such as a eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), brow lift, fat transfer, or others. Typically, patients who need the lower face and neck improved with cosmetic... more

Houtan Chaboki, MD
Washington DC Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.potomacplasticsurgery.com

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What is a Facelift ?

With a facelift, most surgeons will rejuvenate the lower 1/3 of the face (from the top of the ear to the corner of the mouth and then inferiorly through and including the neck). Other separate areas include the mid-face (the triangle under the eyes), the eyes themselves, and the forehead. After many years doing this surgery, I think it is very important to individualize treatment, depending on the goals and needs of each patient - call the procedure whatever you want ! Costs are also... more

Richard W. Fleming, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Facial plastic surgery

Traditionally the facelift includes the cheeks, jaw line and neck. The brow and eyes are separate. Many procedures may include all of the above and also some peels and lip augmentation or other ancillary procedures. Finding the right doctor can be a bit of work. Look for personal referrals. Speak to nurses who have observed the work of many surgeons in the operating room. And then interview several physicians to look for the elusive chemistry that can... more

Talmage J. Raine, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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What is a Facelift?

A facelift is a procedure designed to lift the tissues of the neck, tighten the jaw, and reshape the face and rejuvenate it. It does not include the forehead (forehead or browlift), the eyes (eye lift or blepharoplasty) or the nose (rhinoplasty). Most patients want a comprehensive facial rejuenvation plan in place. Seek consultation from a surgeon who specializes in the face.

Anil R. Shah, MD
Chicago Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Specific Areas of Improvement With Facelift Surgery

Like many patients, you were confused by the misnomer of having a facelift procedure. A true facelift procedure actually only targets the lower 1/3 of the face and the upper neck regions. The brow, upper and lower eyelids, and midface are all considered separate areas of interest when it comes to facial rejuvenation procedures. The procedures that apply to these include browlift, upper and lower blepharoplasty, and midface lift, respectively. You should not have a problem finding a qualified... more

John M. Hilinski, MD
San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon

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What is included in a facelift

The word "facelift" is actually better separated into lower, mid and upper facelifts. Each region of the face can independently or collectively suffer from volume loss and sagging. The common "facelift" addresses the lower face and neck. With this, it helps to redefine the jawline and neck contour, as well as the tighten the skin/soft tissue below the eyes. Usually, the eyes are not affected by this surgery. A blepharplasty (or "eye-lift") can better address the... more

Corey S. Maas, MD
San Francisco Facial Plastic Surgeon

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What is addressed in a facelift?

You ask a great question. One I answer everyday. It is very important to discuss this with your surgeon as the answer will vary from office to office. Generally speaking however, a facelift will treat the skin laxity of the cheeks and neck. It will restore the more triangular shape of youth to the face by elevating the volume from the lower third of the face about the jowl and jawline. The neck should be addressed in every face lift as the supportive structure of the face is... more

Robert W. Kessler, MD
Orange County Plastic Surgeon

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What is a facelift?

A facelift is somewhat of a misnomer and should be described more as a lower facelift and neck lift. A facelift typically addresses the jawline, jowling, neck skin laxity, neck muscle banding, and the excess fat under the chin. Some facelifts such as the deep plane facelift will enhance the appearance of the midface as well. A Blepharoplasty will address the eyes and a browlift the forehead and brows.

Etai Funk, MD
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

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What is in a facelift

Facelift is a catch-all term which can mean many different approaches to facial rejuvenation from short scar mini lift to full facelift in all of its forms. In best practice a facelift should include what is necessary to restore the cheeks, chin and neck, and possible fat transfers to lines around the mouth to reverse aging. Facelift generally however does not include a forehead lift, or eyelid rejuvenation as most would consider these separate procedures. Ask your surgeon just what to... more

Peter E. Johnson, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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Do not "assume" but rather have your operatio defined.

There has never been a consensus on what each surgeons "Facelift" would include. This is so confusing to our patients that we now tell them we are planning "facial rejuvenation" . We then exactly list what their particularly rejuvenation will include. That varies greatly depending on the patient's needs. In this manner a "menu" of possible techniques is created. The patient will then choose from the menu depending if they wish... more

Nathan Mayl, MD
Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon

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Customizing facelifts for better results

The terminology around facelifts is more confusing than ever, with brand-name and franchise operations that typically show their version with the "optional neck lift" added. The traditionally used terminology for facelifts would include the neck and up to the eye area but not including eyes or forehead. Since not everybody ages the same, your procedure needs to fit your specific expectations. It is very common to add the eye area but of course only when it is needed. The neck on... more

Richard Baxter, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

baxterplasticsurgery.com

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It is essential to get clear on what precisely your surgeon is planning on performing.

Dear Roseangela You need a communicator. This does seem to be a rare trait in a facial plastic surgeon. There is a trend to do less and less in a facelift. Certainly forehead lifting, and the eyes are part of a facelift. While these procedures are commonly performed at the time of a facelift but they are truly separate procedures. One of the more commonly advertised facelifts does not address the neck. This is a shame. In many case the sole... more

Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD
Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon

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Face lift , eyes and neck.

It would be difficult to do a Face Lift without lifting the neck to some degree. The eyes would be an additional procedure. The forehead is also an additional procedure. All patients do not need the same thing done and the price will change depending on what you need, desire and can pay for. To get all the areas done in one operation you should see a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.

Walter D. Gracia, MD
Arlington Plastic Surgeon

www.graciaplasticsurgeon.com

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Facelift implies rejuvenation of the lower face and neck

The term "facelift" is used quite loosely. Typically this refers to elevating and repositioning the skin of the lower face and neck. The eyes and brows can also be treated simultaneously. Fat injections can also be performed to return volume to the aging face. It is often better to treat the entire face so that upper and lower face are in harmonious balance rather than having an aged upper face and youthful appearing lower face. To find a board certified facial plastic surgeon, you... more

Stephen Weber, MD
Lone Tree Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.lonetreefacial.com

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Definition of Facelift

Technically, a Facelift corrects only the lower face and neck. However, many people use the term to mean correction of the face, neck eyes and brow. Also, some surgeons will not do a “facelift” without doing everything, and others do just what the patient and surgeon believe they need. Price, therefore, varies depending on definition. You should have no problem finding a good Board Certified Plastic Surgeon who can do a great job for you in L.A. Start with the American Society of... more

Robert T. Buchanan, MD
Highlands Plastic Surgeon

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Facelifts, Blepharoplasty, Necklifts and Browlifts

A face lifts are tailored to individual needs and individual doctor's artistic ideals. Some do not include eye lifts with the Facelift or do so for an additional fee. This way if one only need their Facelift they don't have to have their eyes done at the same time. For some they want to address everything, neck, cheeks, eyes, and brows at once. This will often cost more as it takes more time and great skill to complete all of the set required to give you a... more

Charles Perry, MD
Sacramento Plastic Surgeon

www.chrysaliscosmetics.com

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Facelift areas-- the basics

You're right it can be difficult to know exactly what you're getting sometimes and what areas of the face are being addressed. The short answer is that you should talk with your surgeon carefully about what areas of your face bother you and what he plans on doing. In general, however, most plastic surgeons divide the areas of the face into the lower face, which often includes the neck, the midface (cheek area), eyelids, and the brow and forehead. The cost can really... more

Shahram Salemy, MD
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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