What is the most effective nonsurgical alternative to a facelift?

Morpheus 8 is a non-invasive skin and soft tissue tightening treatment that is consistently amazing in our patients. We use the Morpheus to exact fractional induced RF into the skin or tissue in order to tighten collagen and stimulate contraction of the tissue. For acne scars, it is quite useful to build collagen in patients who have atrophic scars but is not very productive for ice-pick scars which require TCA Cross. For tissue tightening, Morpheus is ideal for the face and neck and we often combine it with CO2 laser or Ultherapy to further enhance results. Chemical peels and skin resurfacing should be done at least 5 to 7 days after, but can be performed earlier, depending on treatment severity. Avoid exfoliating skin treatments before Morpheus and expect a period of 2-4 weeks for skin contraction to set in.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

FaceTite can internally tighten the skin in the lower face and neck. After all the skin has been heated and contracted, we shape the neck with liposuction to give definition and remove stubborn pockets of fat. In one quick treatment, we can tighten skin, remove fat, and contour the lower face, jawline, and jowls with only a weekend of downtime. Keep in mind that combination approaches will give you a more significant improvement as opposed to a single procedure. I recommend getting a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Hi there! Thank you for the question.
Re-volumisation using hyaluronic acid based dermal fillers are great when addressing volume loss and hollowness without the need of a scalpel. Using appropriate techniques, dermal filler can be used to help treat the underlying features of an aged face leaving a natural looking and refreshed appearance helping turn the clock back. Personally I use the Juvederm vycross range with excellent results. 
I hope this helps and good luck!

A combination of fillers for volume restoration and non surgical tightening like Ultherapy would help.  There are a number of other skin tightening treatments that may help but the results are not comparable to surgery.

 There are really no true nonsurgical alternatives
to a facelift that will work. There are many techniques and technologies that
are being discussed and are being used both experimentally and clinically, but
none have
the effect of a “True Facelift”. This really requires a surgical rejuvenation
with central facial
fat compartment “Filling” and “Lifting” laterally with a SMAS type of facelift.
This should
be done in the hands of a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with understanding
and expertise in the science of facial
aging.

Thank you for your question about non surgical face lift.A liquid facelift might be helpful, including the use of Voluma for your cheeks.To be sure, see two or more licensed and board-certified providers in your area for a complete evaluation to make sure you are a good candidate and that it is safe for you to have these treatments.I hope this helps.

Thank you for your question. Facial fractional CO2 laser and fillers and Neurotoxins are a good alternative, and can deliver very satisfying results in the right hands. See a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and a Board Certified Dermatologist for a consultation on these options.I hope this helps!

The good news is that there are now multiple non-surgical options.  You will need to get an in-person consultation to determine what options are best.Fillers, botox, lasers, and ultherapy are among the many non-surgical options that I use on my patients.In addition, good skin care, and topical creams can also help you look better.Get a consultation with a qualified Facial Plastic Surgeon to find out what your options are.

Nothing can really lift the face other than a facelift.  Fillers or fat grafting can camouflage sagging of the face, but the effect is limited.  I would discuss your options with a board certified plastic surgeon.  I agree that a minilift might be a good option in your case. 

Non surgical options include RF (ThermiRF seems better than Thermage), Ultrasound (Ultherapy) or Laser. I prefer the Sciton Laser Skintyte and/or Forever Young settings for this purpose. See the below link for more details.For best results however a mini lower facelift would be best and can be done with minimal scars compared with older more traditional approaches. See details for example about the LiteLift or MACS procedure.