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What Kind of Facelift Leaves the Smallest Scar with the Best Possible Results?
I want to have a facelift to address slight jowls and perhaps double chin but I hate scars. It seems that most facelifts will leave obvious scary scars around the ears. Is there a way to solve my problems with very small scars?
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C4ever
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Facelift with the smallest scars
Scarring from a facelift is the result of many different factors, such as placement of the incision, skill of the surgeon, healing properties of each individual, and tension placed on the skin. A lot of tension on the incision site will give wide scars. If the sutures are left in too long, railroad tracking will result. While a mini lift has shorter incisions, it gives less of a result than a full face/neck lift. If there is a lot of excess skin, a longer incision will be needed to...
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Facelifts are customized to minimize scars and maximize results
Every face is different and every person ages differently, so there is no single answer to the question of what facelift is best with the least scar. That is why it is important not to decide about the type of facelift you want without seeing an experienced plastic surgeon. There are newer techniques that are designed to accomplish more with shorter scars so you should have some good options. In any case, facelift scars should not be obvious. For younger patients (40's-early 50's)...
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Smallest scar facelift
The smallest scars are attained by the best surgeons. They are not attained by a specific technique..
The very next day after surgery with a top surgeon, patients look into the mirror and barely see their incisions.
Years after a mini lift performed by a journeyman surgeon or a non specialist, patients may see highly visible, stretched scars.
This is especially true of short scar facelifts, not because these techniques are inherently bad, but because of the doctors...
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Facelift Scars
On the contrary, most good facelifts should not leave obvious scars. A skilled cosmetic surgeon can rejuvenate your neck in jowls via well hidden incisions, when closed with good surgical technique, heal well enough that they should not be obvious. I suggest you seek out a skilled surgeon who performs many facelifts a year, and ask to see before and after pictures to see if results of postoperative healing are acceptable to you. Good Luck...Dr. Corrado
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Facelift: Small Scars
I certainly understand your concern about minimizing scars. After all cosmetic surgery should be just that: a procedure that enhances appearance. An obvious scar would detract from one's appearance.
Yet, disproportionately prioritizing the smallest possible scar may leave you with unsatisfactory or inadequate results.
Many patients have made the error of choosing a technique, rather than choosing the right surgeon, who has years of training and experience to guide the...
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Face lift scars
Face lift scars depend on what needs to be done.
They may be in front of the ear. Or they may extend to behind the ear.
If the surgeon understands wound healing and there is not a complication, face lift scars are rarely noticeable within a few months. Poor technique and removing too much skin are the common causes of poor scars. All scars soon after surgery are 'scary' but quickly improve.
If you have a little loose skin, jowls and some fat in your neck, a short scar face...
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Best results for the scars
A well performed face and neck lift should give you a great result without any visible scarring. The incisions heal into a thin lines along natural creases
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Minimizing Incisions in Facelift Surgery
If done properly in most patients, a facelift incision around the ears is almost imperceptible in a couple of months. One should not make the facelift scars make a patient refrain from doing a facelift. Today, the optimal way to remove skin and deep layer fixation is done by a facelift incision which is well designed and with curved incisions within natural skin crease lines.
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Face Lift, Mini Face Lift, The Palmer Celebrity Face Lift, Beverly Hills Face Lift
IMHO, you sound like a great candidate for a minimum incison Face Lift that's designed to specifically address the Jowls. I have found that a submental skin excision (under the chin) combined with removal of excess fat is a viable method to rejuvenate the neck that doesn't require the large incision, long surgery time and prolonged healing required for Full Neck Lift or Face Lifts.
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Scars & facelifts
While a scar does certainly occur after any cut in the skin, a good surgeon will take care to make the scar as neat as possible and hide it in inconspicuous areas, like the contours of the ear (when a facelift is performed)
In general, faces that have a lot of laxity will need more skin removed to get a reasonable result. This often entails a longer scar. There's certainly a trade-off between scar length and amount of skin removed.
Check out some before and after...
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Facelift techniques and scar placement
Without seeing photos or a formal evaluation, it is impossible to give any recommendations about surgical facial rejuvenation treatment options. The shortest facelift scar procedure is known as a short-scar facelift. However, the presentation of your excess skin, sagging, and signs of facial aging will determine if you are a good candidate for this procedure. Please visit with a board certified plastic surgeon to learn more about your options.
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Facelift Scars
Depending on your anatomy, you may be a candidate for a short scar facelift. This involves a well hidden scar in the natural crease in front of the ear and behind the earlobe. The scar does not extend further behind the ear. In addition, part of the scar can be hidden within the hairbearing portion of the sideburn.
You may require more incision to obtain your best result and I recommend you consult with a board certified plastic surgery experienced in...
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Ideal operation: face lift without scars
Ideally this would be done with no incisions and every day new techniques are described that claim to do this. Typically within 3-5 years they fall out of favor such as Contour Thread lifts. The proper procedure depends on several factors including the extens of your facial laxity which cannot be determined with this limited information
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A Laser Neck Lift can correct a double chin with no scars around ears
If you have minimal jowls and only a double chin with no muscle bands on the neck, a Laser Neck Lift using the SlimLipo Laser Assisted Liposucion can help you. The new Laser Assisted Liposuction technique not only removes fat but can help tighten the skin. The results in the neck have been excellent in properly selected patients (see link below for pics.)
Minimal jowls can also be improved with the SlimLipo technique but a special careful technique must be used to avoid injury to the...
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Cheek lift
Minimally invasive cheek lifts can be done with an incision inside the hairline. This will improve the jowls and cheek and elevate the corner of the mouth. Good candidates for this surgeryt do not have a lot of excess skin. A separate incision can be made for you under the chin to liposuction the neck.
Saint Louis Plastic Surgeon
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Facelifts do not leave obvious scars
It is unusual to have obvious scars after a properly performed facelift (after the initial healing period). The incisions heal very well and are virtually undetectable for the most part. There are, however, newer and different techniques with the assistance of laser devices to minimize incisions. With newer techniques, it is possible to achieve an impressive neck lift with a total incision length of less than 1.5 inches. Patients -- of course -- need to be good...
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Scary scars do not need to be part of a facelift.
Without seeing your pictures it is only possible to make general statements regarding facelifts, but you should know that the scars from a facelift done by a highly skilled plastic surgeon should not be scary at all. As a mater of fact they should be well hidden and barely perceptible at conversational distances. I would recommend you see an experienced surgeon whom you feel comfortable with and view before and after photos of the surgeons facelift scars. This will give you a real sense...
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Some limited laser assisted lifts avoid major incisions.
Over the past three years we have developed proprietary methods ("Smartlifting") which involves a very small incsion for isolated jowl lifts. When we combine this with laser lipolysis of the jowl itself the results can be excellent with very little down time.
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Facelift. Smallest Scar with Biggest Results.
The key here is what are your expectations, and what operation do you need? You did not send photos, so it makes it difficult. If you have jowls and double chin you may need a facelift/necklift. The scars usually heal well when placed appropriately. Make sure you see the Plastic Surgeon's photos. Sometimes liposuction can be used as an adjunct. It really depends on what you need and what to expect. Beware the practitioner that promises great...
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Facelift and scarring
A good facelift should leave minimally visible scars that are camouflaged nicely and do not distort the ears, the face or the hairline. Don't be bogged down by the length of the incisions but focus on the quality of the result.
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Facelift with the least scarring
The amount of scarring is related to the degree of skin laxity.If you have a lot of loose skin with jowling and loose skin in your neck then to get a good result you will need scars around the ears.
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Facelift: Smallest Scar with the Best Possible Results
The best, longest-lasting result of a lift occurs when a full release of the face/neck soft tissue is performed to remove the "memory" of the soft tissue. With incisional scars, it's all about location. By placing incisions in natural creases, beveling them at hairlines (to allow hair to camouflage them), and placing no tension on the skin closure, no one will see your incisions even when you wear your hair up!
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Small facelift scars
Most facelift scars are truly the same, being placed strategically in normal skin creases.
If the neck and jowl areas are of major concern, expect that you will have a nice result with a well concealed scar along the front of the ear and behind the ear.
The final result really depends on multiple factors.
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No scar facelift
Usually short scar facelift has almost invisible scars in experienced hands. However if you do not want any scar at all liposuction plus injections and some type of skin resurfacing would also achieve the same effect.
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Your Facelift Need to Be Tailored to Your Face and Expectations
There is no right or wrong answer to get the least noticeable and smallest scars for your facelift. During your consultation with your plastic surgeon, he/ she should be able to show you what to expect on your face with facial fillers, non-surgical tightening, or a surgical faceflit.
If you want a minimally invasive approach, facial fillers for your lower chin and cheek areas, coupled with facial resurfacing, may be sufficient. If you want the best results, you will...
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Limited Scarring = limited results
Thank you for your enquiry, essentially facelift with limited scarring tend to have more limited results where is facelift with more scarring produce more long term reliable results.
The smallest type of facelift are Hollywood facelift which has an incision just in the ear line followed by short scar facelifts such as the MACS Lift.
It might be worth researching this online fully as well informed as possible prior to deciding which procedure you feel appropriate for you.
Best...
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You may improve jowls and double chin with no scars at all
If your main concerns are small jowls and a double chin, you may not even need a facelift at all. A significant improvement can be achieved with liposuction of the chin and even microliposuction of the jowls if you have good skin elasticity. Injectable fillers can also be used to help camouflage jowls, with or without having liposuction performed. If you have a lot of loose skin, incisions with skin removal and muscle tightening may be indicated.
In short, the good news, is that you may...
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Facial Rejuvenation without scarring
If you don't like any scars and you have minimal jowling, you may want to consider facial fillers like Restylane and Juvederm. These fillers are great for making the jowls less noticeable, and no incisions are made. For your double chin, liposuction may good for you. Tiny incisions are made for liposuction and the results can be very nice. Check with your plastic surgeon about these possibilites instead of a facelift. Good luck!
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Facelift With Small Scars
Small scars means small surgery. The reality is that well placed scars can be almost imperceptible if done properly. Poor scars usually result from too much tension being placed on the skin. This is due to the surgeon trying to get a lot of skin tightening. This is exactly the wrong way a facelift should be done.
To correct jowls work has to be done on the deeper layer of the face called the SMAS. Some surgeons lift this tissue and suture it to itself higher...
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Facelift scars
In general a full facelift combined with necklift would be necessary to improve the appearance of your lower face, jowels, and neck. However, with good plastic surgical technique of keeping tension off the skin, placing the incisions well, and gentle handling of the skin, a facelift incision should not be noticeable. Most of my patients' scars are barely visible.
Some of the minimally invasive techniques don't allow for skin removal or elevating a good flap so the...
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Small scar facelift
The real question that should be asked is not the size of the scar but the visibility. A well placed incision properly performed will leave virtually no visible scar within 2-3 weeks. For the issues you raised you will likely need a small submental incision for liposuction and perhaps muscle tightening and a relatively small S-curved incision around the ear, most of it placed completely out of sight. Of course, the final decision will have to be based on hands on consultation.
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Scar length and facelifting
Facelift scars should be oriented in cosmetically silent areas and be nearly imperceptible if the procedure is performed well by an experienced plastic surgeon. Withe tension being placed on the deep tissue, skin heals beautifully. The lenght of the incision if done well is of secondary importance.In fact, the length of a facelift scar is dictated by the extent of facial aging present at the time of surgery.
Although I am not surprised by your comment about scary facial scars I...
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Facelift with small scar
All facelift techniques that really elevate the jowls leave a scar in front of the ear. How the surgeon closes the incision and the amount of tension placed on the incision determine how that scar looks. A facelift like the MACS Lift places all the tension on the tissues under the skin. Therefore, there is no tension on the incision. Thus, the scar is usually excellent. Also, in someone with minimal excess neck laxity, the MACS Lift generally has no scar behind the ear where the scar is...
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Highlands Plastic Surgeon
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Facelift Incisions
Surgical scars are placed as inconspicuously as possible...typically depending on your anatomy (hairline position with respect to lateral eyebrow, size and position of tragus which lies just in front of the ear, amount of skin I remove from the neck, etc.)...therefore it is not the technique but the patient's anatomy that guides the scar planning.
I perform the MACS lift (minimal access cranial suspension) which is a short scar technique in most patients; however in the neck, I was...
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Minimal scar facelifts may work in selective patients but not for everyone
I do the MACS (minimal access cranial suspension) lift and have extensive experience in also the ContourThreads and Looplift techniques. As with all minimally invasive and other minimal surgical techniques, the results can be very impressive at first, but the results may not last as long as the surgical standards. Because of this, I have been combining the best of both techniques to achieve nice results with lower risks and long lasting effects of 7 to 10 years.
I can perform only...
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Best facelift with less scar
Very good question, you may be a good candidate for a mini facelift or short scar facelift. Keep in mind that an experienced facelift surgeon can place incisions that heal so well that leave no visible scars. At the same time an inexperienced surgeon can perform a mini facelift with very visible scars. You better find an expert in facelift surgery to perform the appropriate procedure for you with minimal scaring.
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Minimal scars and facelift surgery
It is possible to use smaller scars to achieve a facelift in what is often termed a short scar facelift surgery. Typically the scars around the front of the ear go behind the tragus or pointer of the ear and are not usually visible. The ones behind your ear can be brought closer to the sulcus and directly into the hairline to minimize visibility. I hope this information helps.
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The best facelifts are uniquely tailored for your face.
Dear C4ever
Unless you have significant hanging skin and muscle cords under your chin, most facelift surgeon today will offer you some type of small incision face lift. It is important to under stand that it is the surgeon and not the facelift that minimizes scars and maximizes results. It is very much worth your while to do you homework on a potential surgeon. There are two principle specialties that offer facelift surgery: general plastic surgeons and facial...
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Facelift with the smallest scars
Small scars are important though the best facelift procedure will be the one that will reach the goals needed for a great result. Often a 'short scar' lift is the best approach, though if the neck is quite lax then a lift up and behind the ear will give a better result. The best result is a procedure matched to the goals of the lift. Facelift scars have withstood the test of time and are well concealed for most. Think more about the goal of your procedure.
Best of luck...
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What Kind of Facelift Leaves the Smallest Scar with the Best Possible Results?
Smallest scars with the best results? Does not exist, YET! But I think you can not have it both ways, better tight result needs incisions. From MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, 305 598 0091
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All facelifts should leave imperceptible scars
No facelift has to leave obvious or "scary" scars. A scar is a result of the body's healing. That being said, there are ways that scars can be minimized to be imperceptible. This can be done regardless of the type of facelift or rejuvenation performed. A consultation with an experienced facelift surgeon will allow you to discuss what best helps you achieve your goals, all while minimizing scars.
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Short Face lift scars
Scars are an inevitable part of surgery. The shorter the scar does not imply a better procedure. These scars are usually limited to just in front of the ear but hidden along the natural crease lines. There is no incision into the temple hair or the posterior part of the ear which are for the full face lift. Short scar facelifts have the best results when there is mild to moderate jowl laxity and minimal neck looseness. Tightening of the SMAS layer can also be...
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Best facelift
This is an excellent and common question but is a bit backwards in that it is not the procedure that determines the result but the desired result that will determine the procedure. As such, it is impossible to answer without a complete consultation and examination. You will have to reconcile the fear of scars with what end result you can expect.
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Facelift scars
Excellent question. There is a myriad of options for facial aging. Laser skin tightening, though often less effective than a facelift can yield essentially no scars when performed appropriately. Today's techniques focus more on tightening the SMAS, the layer just beneath the skin. This allows the rejuvenation to occur beneath the skin. The repair should occur with minimal tension on the skin and should yield a scar that is only minimally visible if...
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What Kind of Facelift Leaves the Smallest Scar with the Best Possible Results?
Regarding: "What Kind of Facelift Leaves the Smallest Scar with the Best Possible Results?
I want to have a Facelift to address slight jowls and perhaps double chin but I hate scars. It seems that most facelifts will leave obvious scary scars around the ears. Is there a way to solve my problems with very small scars?"
A few comments:
- Plastic surgeons hate long scars ALMOST as much as you do. We go to extraordinary lengths to work through the shortest incisions hidden in...
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Don't skimp on technique for the sake of a slightly shorter scar
Nobody likes scars. However, I would never encourage someone to choose a particular procedure if it isn't the RIGHT procedure for them, even if it means having a longer scar. Facelift scars typically heal very nicely. The typical facelift scar has a component just in front of the ear and a component behind the ear. See a board-certified plastic surgeon and look at before/after photos.
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Facelifts and scars
Facelift scars by an experienced surgeon should be very minimal. The scars from a mini facelift are not better than those from a full facelife which gives a better longer lasting result.
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It is Important to See an Experienced Facelift Surgeon
Although mini-lifts (MAC-S, S-Lift, etc) have a shorter length of total incision, these procedures are not appropriate for everyone. It is much more important to see an experienced Facelift Surgeon who will apply the right technique to your situation.
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