I have sagging jowls caused by jaw reduction. I've seen 2 doctors, 1 doctor recommended mini facelift, cutting excess skin without tightening muscles underneath, the other one recommended SMAS which will tighten muscles. May I know which one is recommended for my case. I'm 36 years old, given my sagging is due to the jaw reduction.
May 17, 2018
Answer: Mini Lift VS SMAS Lift Thank you for your question. Just with skin tightening, because skin is so elastic the longevity will only be a few months. The SMAS muscle needs to the tightened to ensure the longevity of a 5-10 years. As you are young and possibility do not have a lot of lose skin, a mini lift maybe ok for you now, as long as you have the expectation that it may only last a few months - year. However, this may see you through until you need a SMAS facelift. I think you have to examine what your expectations are so you are not disappointed. All The Best
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May 17, 2018
Answer: Mini Lift VS SMAS Lift Thank you for your question. Just with skin tightening, because skin is so elastic the longevity will only be a few months. The SMAS muscle needs to the tightened to ensure the longevity of a 5-10 years. As you are young and possibility do not have a lot of lose skin, a mini lift maybe ok for you now, as long as you have the expectation that it may only last a few months - year. However, this may see you through until you need a SMAS facelift. I think you have to examine what your expectations are so you are not disappointed. All The Best
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May 16, 2018
Answer: Facelif for a 36 year old Dear Isabelle,Thank you for your question. I would strongly recommend choosing a facelift with muscle (SMAS) tightening as oppose to skin only facelift. In my opinion, a facelift with muscle tightening will produce a far better result. It will also look more natural and the result will last much longer. Skin only facelifts are rarely performed today even as a part of a mini facelift.Best wishes!Dr. Konstantin
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May 16, 2018
Answer: Facelif for a 36 year old Dear Isabelle,Thank you for your question. I would strongly recommend choosing a facelift with muscle (SMAS) tightening as oppose to skin only facelift. In my opinion, a facelift with muscle tightening will produce a far better result. It will also look more natural and the result will last much longer. Skin only facelifts are rarely performed today even as a part of a mini facelift.Best wishes!Dr. Konstantin
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