53 & re-entering the workforce, would mini-facelift or fillers help lines, neck, & general facial drooping?

Thank you for submitting your photos. Your photo from a few years back that you shared shows that you have lost facial volume and skin tone so I recommend both be addressed.

1. Surgical options: You can restore lost volume and lift loose skin thru a deep plane face lift. A vertical deep plane facelift repositions all the fallen structures. A mini facelift will not accomplish your goals. The only issue is that a deep plane facelift will exceed your budget.

2. Non surgical options: If you have to choose between a deep plane facelift and fillers, as I do not think that a mini facelift would look natural I would recommend restoring lost volume with a biostimulant like Sculptra or hyperdillute Radiesse. Skin tightening with fractionated RF or Ultherapy. This will give you natural results and reverse the clock about 5 years. You can always elect to have surgery down the road.

Good luck

A mini facelift primarily helps the jawline, so if that is your main concern, you will see a nice result. If your neck bothers you, a more advanced procedure would be needed. At the same time as the mini facelift, you could have fat transfer done to fill hollows in your cheeks and folds. Be sure to see a facial specialist for consultation.

In person exam is essential. Based on posted photos- it appears that you would benefit from facelift/ neck lift with muscle tightening. Fillers alone will not tighten your skin. I suggest that you seek an experienced Board Certified PS