My PS says for better results to do a facelift with stitches in the muscle as opposed to just cutting out skin. What are the pros and cons of this as opposed to not touching the muscle and just stitching the skin?
January 22, 2018
Answer: Facelift The SMAS layer of tissue under the skin when sutured or raised as a flap helps extend the longevity of a facelift procedure and that is why it is recommended. It also looks very natural. Without this step, the skin sagginess may relapse quite early.
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January 22, 2018
Answer: Facelift The SMAS layer of tissue under the skin when sutured or raised as a flap helps extend the longevity of a facelift procedure and that is why it is recommended. It also looks very natural. Without this step, the skin sagginess may relapse quite early.
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January 22, 2018
Answer: Modern Facelift Techniques In the mid and lower face, the SMAS layer, which sits below the skin and on top of the facial muscles is re-positioned and sutured under tension to lift the face. In the neck, the platysma muscle is sutured under the chin and sometimes elevated and sutured laterally to give a more refined angle. "Skin only" facelifts aren't utilized in my practice because this technique doesn't allow for adequate tension without distortion.
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January 22, 2018
Answer: Modern Facelift Techniques In the mid and lower face, the SMAS layer, which sits below the skin and on top of the facial muscles is re-positioned and sutured under tension to lift the face. In the neck, the platysma muscle is sutured under the chin and sometimes elevated and sutured laterally to give a more refined angle. "Skin only" facelifts aren't utilized in my practice because this technique doesn't allow for adequate tension without distortion.
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