I am 55 and am looking at a Mini Facelift (Mini Lift). However, also have acne scarring from youth. Does Mini lift cancel out any acne scarring? If not, which should be done first? Acne scar treatment or Mini face lift?
June 13, 2011
Answer: A mini-facelift will not improve your acne scarring...
A mini-facelift will not improve your acne scarring unfortunately. There are effective ways in treating this kind of scarring, such as laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, excising the area, and the Fraxel laser. A mini-facelift is a procedure that improves the look of an aging face. It lifts the sagging skin, especially along the jawline, resulting in a more a youthfull appearance. Consult your facial plastic surgeon to see what your best options would be.
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June 13, 2011
Answer: A mini-facelift will not improve your acne scarring...
A mini-facelift will not improve your acne scarring unfortunately. There are effective ways in treating this kind of scarring, such as laser resurfacing, dermabrasion, excising the area, and the Fraxel laser. A mini-facelift is a procedure that improves the look of an aging face. It lifts the sagging skin, especially along the jawline, resulting in a more a youthfull appearance. Consult your facial plastic surgeon to see what your best options would be.
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August 13, 2009
Answer: A mini-lift does not treat acne scars A mini-facelift treats drooping of facial skin and underlying tissue. The muscle called the SMAS is often re-suspended and the excess skin removed. It is an excellent procedure for the patient who is showing early signs of aging with new jowl formation. Acne scars will look better for a few month since the skin is stretched, but as the skin stretches back the scars will return. In order to treat acne scars, the skin needs to be treated directly. There are a number of options, some of which are lasers and dermabrasion. Seek out a skin/facial specialist for a more definitive answer. As for timing, as long the procedures are separated by around 6 months or more, it is more related to your priorities.
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August 13, 2009
Answer: A mini-lift does not treat acne scars A mini-facelift treats drooping of facial skin and underlying tissue. The muscle called the SMAS is often re-suspended and the excess skin removed. It is an excellent procedure for the patient who is showing early signs of aging with new jowl formation. Acne scars will look better for a few month since the skin is stretched, but as the skin stretches back the scars will return. In order to treat acne scars, the skin needs to be treated directly. There are a number of options, some of which are lasers and dermabrasion. Seek out a skin/facial specialist for a more definitive answer. As for timing, as long the procedures are separated by around 6 months or more, it is more related to your priorities.
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