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Lengthening the lower third of the face will depend on what the problem is. I would have to see photos to advise you properly.
The best way to lengthen the lower third of the face is through orthognathic surgery. This should be performed by an experienced oral and maxillofacial surgeon, facial plastic surgeon or plastic surgeon wtih specific training in orthognathics or craniofacial surgery. Many surgeons will take a series of measurements to decide the best way to proceed.
To lengthen the lower 1/3 of the face could be achieved with a chin implant or better yet a sliding genioplasty with stacked bone to increase the vertical height,. but really, you woudl need an exam before even these are considered an option.
If one has an excessively tight facelift it does relax over a year or two, but if it is extremely tight and you have a “Hollywood” windswept look then after one or two years one can go in and release, reshape, and re-contour these areas to release the deep scar or SMAS to provide for a more nat...
I prepare patients to be able to return to work after two weeks after a deep plane or composite facelift. However it will take longer for all of the swelling to resolve. Usually with deeper techniques there is less bruising but the more swelling. Be patient. Ask for help with make up in order to...
Thank you for your question. It is not uncommon to see some temporary thinning after a facelift. Your hair follicles can go into shock, spit their hair out to conserve energy, then regrow a hair over time. The length of time for regrowth varies. Topical Rogaine , injections of PRP and low level...
Most of us have more muscle tone on one side vs. the other. As you said, no one notices these unless they are pointed out. Leave it alone--you have a pretty smile and that is what counts.
Please see your surgeon or an ENT to check this out. They can remove whatever it is that's causing the blockage, whether it's wax, blood or other obstruction.
Marionette Lines or Nasolabial Fold Excision can usually be avoided by facial fat grafting and proper facelifting techniques. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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