Hi, It sounds like you could have a combination of non-surgical treatments and achieve significant facial rejuvenation without any visible scarring. Seek out a plastic surgeon in your area doing Slim lipo for the neck, fractional CO2 laser and Sculptra. Signs of facial aging consist of three elements: 1... more
Non-surgical Facelift or Neck Lift options?
I'm a fair skinned 51 y/o redhead, and I need my jowls/neck lifted. Due to my thin skin and tendency to scar easily (scars from 20 y/o tubal and 10 y/o breast reduction still keloid/red), I'm looking into a "non surgical face/neck lift". Do I have any other options that wouldn't involve scars in front of my ears? How much would it cost? If the results last typically 2 years, can it be repeated later, or once done, that's it? Thank you!
4 answers to “Non-surgical Facelift or Neck Lift...”
A: Neck and jowls are harder to treat without some type of surgery
There are many different lasers out there that are tightening skin without large incisions. These, I think, are still in the experimental phase but some really believe in this mode of non surgical face and neck lift. The results are usually subtle, and require more than one treatment for better results.A... more
A: Look for credibility and results of non-surgical facelift
In a short note, a surgical face and neck lift will not be replaced by a non-surgical procedure any time soon. Options to consider include: - Laser-like "skin tightening" - i.e. Thermage etc. Look through this website for thoughts and experiences. I don't do it and only see the disappointed patient... more
A: See a plastic surgeon who is a facelift specialist.
I'm asked this question often by patients with body scars that are bad. I have never had a patient have a keloid from a facelift. I have seen this only when the skin is stretched too tight. We make the incision inside the ear so you don't have an obvious scar in front. Thus, you will get the best result from... more
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