Facelift: Q&A
Ask a QuestionDoes a Facelift Also Include the Eyes and Neck?
I always assumed that a "facelift" meant the entire face,including the eyes, neck cheeks, jowls, etc. But reading these, I get the impression that it's all separate and could add up to a small fortune (not to mention finding the right doctor to do it all). Am I right in this and what is ballpark cost in LA area for the whole enchilada? And it also seems like a very difficult task finding a reputable certified plastic facial surgeon here.
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roseangela
in Los Angeles, CA
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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...
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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...
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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.
These answers are for educational purposes and should not be relied upon as a substitute for medical advice you may receive from your physician. If you have a medical emergency, please call 911. These answers do not constitute or initiate a patient/doctor relationship.
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