What do you think of the lifestyle lift or, for that matter, any minilift, if a person does not require a complete facelift? Is it lasting, and where are the incisions made? How long is the usual recovery time? Many thanks for your opinion.
Results, Recovery, Incisions from Mini Facelift: What to Expect?
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A mini facelift, sometimes called a limited face lift does mean that the recovery is much less. Similar incisions are made (although usually somewhat shorter) but the work done under the skin to tighten the muscles may be just as extensive.
Recovery from any facelift is somewhat variable depending upon the individual and the extent of surgery that is done. A limited or mini facelift may have slight shorter times than I mention here but not always. There are three parts to "recovery":
- True recovery or time back up on your feet and able to go for a walk or get things done. This should be no more than a day or two.
- Downtime or the time for the swelling and bruising to pass so that you can go out with some makeup on and not have people look aghast. This is usually 7 to 10 days but may be a little longer depending upon you and the extent of the procedure.
- Time for healing. I tell all my patients that all of the swelling is usually gone at 3 months and 80% of it is gone at 3 weeks. Bruising can last up to 3 weeks. Small lumps and bumps that can occasionally form may be 3 to 6 months before they are completely gone. The scars will be red and thick for up to a year.
Facelift surgery can be transformative however and most of these problems are pretty minor.
I hope that helps.
Best regards
Web reference: http://drwindle.com/plastic-surgery-face/face-lift/
Thanks for sharing your question. Mini lifts and a full lower facelifts all have their roles for the specific patient. Both procedures target the jawline and jowls. Typically, both procedures have the same incisions in front and behind the ear. A full lower facelift will have the incision extend down the posterior hairline and thus will get a better result in the neck and even a better result in the jawline because the longer incision allow for a stronger overall lift.
A mini lift will have the advantage of less recovery, less costs, and less risk but again this will come with less results. It is important to consult with an experienced facelift surgeon to discuss which procedure would be the best for you when considering all these variables.
A mini lift will have the advantage of less recovery, less costs, and less risk but again this will come with less results. It is important to consult with an experienced facelift surgeon to discuss which procedure would be the best for you when considering all these variables.
Web reference: http://www.faceologymd.com/facial-plastic-surgery-newport-beach/facelift/
During your #consultation, your skin texture and elasticity, as well as your underlying skin structure and your facial bone structure will be evaluated. Based on this evaluation, your board certified plastic surgeons will create a custom surgical plan, detailing specific techniques and recommendations to meet your goals. In doing so, he or she should be sure to have a full understanding of what results you expect.
If you are not a #candidate, your surgeon can make other suggestions to address your concerns and objectives.
Patients who desire facial rejuvenation that is affordable, quick, and effective should consider the Lite-lift™. Like the Life-Style™ facelift, this is a modified facelift that can be performed in the office with a local anesthetic and improve signs of aging around the neck, jawbone and lower face. These procedures are not "Thread-lifts" or "String-lifts". We do not use the "barbed" sutures employed in these other lifting operations. The Lite-lift™ uses longer lasting techniques that are discussed below. Because the incisions are limited, there is less bruising, swelling and healing time for most patients. Many patients can be back to work in one to two weeks looking rested and more youthful.
The best candidates for #LiteLift are patients 35-60 years old with early changes of the lower face and the neck. Older patients who cannot or do not wish to have a longer operation or general anesthetic can be improved with a Lite Lift™.
The healing process in general can take up to one month for the majority of swelling to subside, incisions to close, sutures to come out, and for bruising to completely go away.
#Recovery time from a #facelift varies from person to person, but patients can generally expect to be presentable within three weeks from surgery. Patients should expect swelling, bruising, and discoloration of the skin during this phase of recovery (swelling normally goes down after 48 hours; most bruising will go away within two weeks). The marks from a facelift can easily hidden with “camouflage” make-up which you can learn how to apply.
The scars from a facelift mature within six to twelve months from the surgery date. It is during this time that the rejuvenating effects of the facelift will become apparent and the real result will be seen. If you have certain concerns about the procedures and #healing process, it is recommended to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.
If you are not a #candidate, your surgeon can make other suggestions to address your concerns and objectives.
Patients who desire facial rejuvenation that is affordable, quick, and effective should consider the Lite-lift™. Like the Life-Style™ facelift, this is a modified facelift that can be performed in the office with a local anesthetic and improve signs of aging around the neck, jawbone and lower face. These procedures are not "Thread-lifts" or "String-lifts". We do not use the "barbed" sutures employed in these other lifting operations. The Lite-lift™ uses longer lasting techniques that are discussed below. Because the incisions are limited, there is less bruising, swelling and healing time for most patients. Many patients can be back to work in one to two weeks looking rested and more youthful.
The best candidates for #LiteLift are patients 35-60 years old with early changes of the lower face and the neck. Older patients who cannot or do not wish to have a longer operation or general anesthetic can be improved with a Lite Lift™.
The healing process in general can take up to one month for the majority of swelling to subside, incisions to close, sutures to come out, and for bruising to completely go away.
#Recovery time from a #facelift varies from person to person, but patients can generally expect to be presentable within three weeks from surgery. Patients should expect swelling, bruising, and discoloration of the skin during this phase of recovery (swelling normally goes down after 48 hours; most bruising will go away within two weeks). The marks from a facelift can easily hidden with “camouflage” make-up which you can learn how to apply.
The scars from a facelift mature within six to twelve months from the surgery date. It is during this time that the rejuvenating effects of the facelift will become apparent and the real result will be seen. If you have certain concerns about the procedures and #healing process, it is recommended to call your board-certified surgeon or their medical staff and discuss those #concerns.
Web reference: http://www.pacificcenterplasticsurgery.com/face-procedures-newport-beach/facelift/
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A mini facelift can be a variety of different things and is provider dependent. Some mini lifts are designed to last 3 years and others are designed to last 7-10 years. The only way to figure out how long a lift will last is to ask the surgeon who performs it. Mini facelifts costs vary depending on the surgeon and how long their lift lasts (as well as a variety of other factors such as reputation and training). A good mini facelift from a reputable plastic surgeon should last 5-7 years.
Generally, mini facelift incisions are shorter and recovery time lasts 10 days. There is no exercising the first week, however, by day 7, you should be able to wear makeup and exercise but there may still be some bruising.
Generally, mini facelift incisions are shorter and recovery time lasts 10 days. There is no exercising the first week, however, by day 7, you should be able to wear makeup and exercise but there may still be some bruising.
Web reference: http://www.atlantaminifacelift.com
A mini lift as performed at my practice involves less invasive and less aggressive techniques to rejuvenate the jawline in people who are experiencing early sagging of the skin. The incisions are smaller and the surgery is less invasive, although I still lift the deeper muscular layer, not just the skin, in order to ensure longevity. Recovery time from a mini lift is typically one to two weeks. After one week, the stitches and wrap are removed, and most patients feel comfortable going out in public with makeup. Two weeks is generally when most patients are able to resume most of their everyday activities.
Good Morning Debra Weintraub
Thanks for your question. As you can imagine there is not a lot you can't have done these days. A facelift should address the concerns you have so can be varied to suit.
If your skin is loose, sagging or creating the appearance of jowls you may be a good candidate for Concept™ Facelift Surgery. This type of Rhytidectomy is unique as the facelift is performed under local anaesthetic, and is less invasive than traditional methods, meaning the cosmetic surgery has a significantly faster recovery time.
The cosmetic procedure is similar to a mini facelift as it is performed with a short scar that runs in front of the ear, down to the ear lobe and tucked behind the ear. There will be no dressings or drains afterwards. This is performed as a day case, walk in-walk out procedure with minimal bruising and downtime.
All the best
Thanks for your question. As you can imagine there is not a lot you can't have done these days. A facelift should address the concerns you have so can be varied to suit.
If your skin is loose, sagging or creating the appearance of jowls you may be a good candidate for Concept™ Facelift Surgery. This type of Rhytidectomy is unique as the facelift is performed under local anaesthetic, and is less invasive than traditional methods, meaning the cosmetic surgery has a significantly faster recovery time.
The cosmetic procedure is similar to a mini facelift as it is performed with a short scar that runs in front of the ear, down to the ear lobe and tucked behind the ear. There will be no dressings or drains afterwards. This is performed as a day case, walk in-walk out procedure with minimal bruising and downtime.
All the best
Web reference: https://www.bellavou.co.uk/face/concept-facelift/
Many of the mini-lifts (including the Lifestyle Lift) will offer improvements to patients that have problems on their cheeks and jowls. If the problem also include neck issues, then a facelift is the best answer or an extended mini facelift (Lifestyle Lift).
Most of the facelifts or mini facelifts will need 7 to 10 days of recovery. The incisions for the mini facelift will go from the sideburn, around the front of the ear to the ear lobe and may go up a little on the crease behind the ear.
The facelift extends this incision to the crease behind the are and turn about 3/4 of the way up to the hair line behind the ear. This extension helps address the neck area.
Expect improvement of the cheeks and jowls from the mini lift, more improvements on the neck with the facelift.
Hope this helps,
Dr. Gus Diaz
Most of the facelifts or mini facelifts will need 7 to 10 days of recovery. The incisions for the mini facelift will go from the sideburn, around the front of the ear to the ear lobe and may go up a little on the crease behind the ear.
The facelift extends this incision to the crease behind the are and turn about 3/4 of the way up to the hair line behind the ear. This extension helps address the neck area.
Expect improvement of the cheeks and jowls from the mini lift, more improvements on the neck with the facelift.
Hope this helps,
Dr. Gus Diaz
The mini-facelift is a great procedure in the correct patient. The best patient for a mini-facelift has loose skin and muscles/jowls in the cheeks, but not too much going on in the neck. If the neck is very loose/droopy, then a traditional facelift is necessary. The incisions are around the ears very much like a traditional facelift but the mini-facelift doesn't have an incision under the chin as the larger facelift does. Most patients are in good shape to be out in public in less then 2 weeks.
A mini-lift is a great choice for the proper candidate. Typically these patients are in their 40s or early 50s, have minimal neck sagging (minus perhaps some fat under their chin), and have less time available for recovery. A well performed mini-lift will typically sharpen the jawline muscle and lower 1/3 of the facial skin and can give up to 10 years of youth back in the lower face. There does need to be incisions around the front contour of the ear (on each side) and under the earlobes as well. The incisions typically heal quite well (should not be visible) when performed by a skilled surgeon. The recovery time (with proper preparation, ie not taking blood thinners before your procedure) usually is 5-7 days in my experience. For the actual jawline, the results can be as good as that of a "full facelift", with the exception that a mini-lift cannot create huge change in the neck itself.
The term "mini" facelift can mean basically anything depending on the definition of the surgeon or patient. The term is often misunderstood as meaning less invasive, fewer or shorter scars, or less recovery time. However, the result of the procedure should be the primary goal regardless of technique. In my practice, I define mini vs full facelift based on whether the neck needs to be addressed with a platysmaplasty. Many patients in their 40s or 50s do not yet have significant platysmal banding and the neck can be addressed with the periauricular incision. The lack of the submental incision makes the incisions less visible and the surgical time less.
Web reference: http://drjohnburns.com/procedures/face/facenecklift/mini-facelift/
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