Will the results last longer if there is muscle tightening?How can I be sure that my surgeon performs this?
Answer: Muscle Tightening in a Facelift Thanks for a simple, but very important, question regarding facelifting. Having performed almost 6,000 lower facelifts and necklifts over the past 11 years, I would say with 100% certainty that this lift must have a muscle tightening component. The platysma and SMAS layer (the jawline muscle layer) should be tightened internally in every lift. In my opinion, this is what gives most of the result, along with longevity to the lift. Of course, there is excess skin that is removed, but the workhorse of the lift should be on the internal muscles. This always should occur from the sides of the face (around the ears). Sometimes the muscle under the chin needs to be tightened as well, usually as the discretion of the surgeon.The easiest way to find out if your surgeon tightens the muscle is to just simply ask! It is a completely reasonable, and common, question. Good luck!!!-Doc L.
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Answer: Muscle Tightening in a Facelift Thanks for a simple, but very important, question regarding facelifting. Having performed almost 6,000 lower facelifts and necklifts over the past 11 years, I would say with 100% certainty that this lift must have a muscle tightening component. The platysma and SMAS layer (the jawline muscle layer) should be tightened internally in every lift. In my opinion, this is what gives most of the result, along with longevity to the lift. Of course, there is excess skin that is removed, but the workhorse of the lift should be on the internal muscles. This always should occur from the sides of the face (around the ears). Sometimes the muscle under the chin needs to be tightened as well, usually as the discretion of the surgeon.The easiest way to find out if your surgeon tightens the muscle is to just simply ask! It is a completely reasonable, and common, question. Good luck!!!-Doc L.
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Answer: SMAS muscle tightened for optimal results Thank you for your question. You are entitled to see your operation notes post surgery so you can be sure the muscle tightening was performed. Without tightening the muscle to results will not last as long and the results will not be as noticeable. Please ensure you speak with a board registered surgeon prior to receiving any treatment
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Answer: SMAS muscle tightened for optimal results Thank you for your question. You are entitled to see your operation notes post surgery so you can be sure the muscle tightening was performed. Without tightening the muscle to results will not last as long and the results will not be as noticeable. Please ensure you speak with a board registered surgeon prior to receiving any treatment
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November 1, 2017
Answer: Facelift A facelift that only tightens the skin will generally not last as long. That is why current facelifts involves some form of SMAS (fascial layer over the facial muscles) tightening, either with plication sutures or flap elevation. Your surgeon should discuss his technique with you beforehand.
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November 1, 2017
Answer: Facelift A facelift that only tightens the skin will generally not last as long. That is why current facelifts involves some form of SMAS (fascial layer over the facial muscles) tightening, either with plication sutures or flap elevation. Your surgeon should discuss his technique with you beforehand.
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October 30, 2017
Answer: Muscle tightening of the face / neck Almost all surgeons with proper training and experience will tighten up the muscle (more specifically, the SMAS), or do a deep plan (which includes the SMAS), so the short answer is yes. There are exceptions to every case of course, in my experience.
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October 30, 2017
Answer: Muscle tightening of the face / neck Almost all surgeons with proper training and experience will tighten up the muscle (more specifically, the SMAS), or do a deep plan (which includes the SMAS), so the short answer is yes. There are exceptions to every case of course, in my experience.
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October 30, 2017
Answer: Facelift and muscle tightening
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October 30, 2017
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October 30, 2017
Answer: Face and Neck Lift with muscle tightening This is a very good question. There are many techniques available for facial rejuvenation. The longest lasting results involve both muscle and skin tightening. In a skin only face lift, only the skin is elevated and re-positioned. The standard face-lift today consists of elevation and tightening of the deeper structures of your face and neck muscles, combined with skin re-positioning. Avoid quick lifts and lunch time lifts, that are marketing ploys. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon.
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October 30, 2017
Answer: Face and Neck Lift with muscle tightening This is a very good question. There are many techniques available for facial rejuvenation. The longest lasting results involve both muscle and skin tightening. In a skin only face lift, only the skin is elevated and re-positioned. The standard face-lift today consists of elevation and tightening of the deeper structures of your face and neck muscles, combined with skin re-positioning. Avoid quick lifts and lunch time lifts, that are marketing ploys. Please see a board certified plastic surgeon.
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