Is a Face Tuck Rather Than Lift Possible?

October 5, 2012
Asked By:John73 in Sanger, California

When I hold a finger underneath my jaw (either side) & smile there is a significant improvement to dynamic smile lines. Due to thinned skin on sides of face + fat loss I now have some skin laxity and it is now quite stretchy in face and neck. When I lean over my face falls & the wrinkles are a lot worse. My face & neck at rest are ok. As well as fillers & resurfacing, is it possible to perform a tuck via the neck to improve lines & laxity before considering a more major lift . Thanks.

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Answer: Options for Facial Rejuvenation

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October 8, 2012

Answer: If skin is being lifted and pulled on the face for wrinkles, it's a facelift. It may be a mini-lift but its still called a lift

October 8, 2012

Answer: If skin is being lifted and pulled on the face for wrinkles, it's a facelift. It may be a mini-lift but its still called a lift

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