I am a 61 yr old fair, skinned, female. I am planning on a neck lift , wish to incorporate the facelift simultaneously. Very nervous and scared about the facelift. Many types, MAC, SMAS, Endoscopic, deep plane, mini deep plane, mini lift etc.. New EO2 dressing reduce scarring, swelling, bruising , decrease pain,speeds healing. 4 hr procedure, overwhelming. Wish less cutting, best result smoother recovery. Seeing pics of people recovering looks terrible. What our my best options?
Answer: Focus on the Surgeon not Technique You've got beautiful facial structure, and I am sure your surgeon is excited to help you achieve your facial rejuvenation goals! It is completely understandable to be nervous, and rather than focus more on the specific technique or combination that will be employed, find a skilled surgeon whom you trust and feel a connection with and discuss your goals. But to actually answer your question, if you want to address both the jowling and your mid-face volume deficit, you will need a procedure that lifts the SMAS and fat grafting. When done correctly, this is a powerful combination for a refreshed appearance.
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Answer: Focus on the Surgeon not Technique You've got beautiful facial structure, and I am sure your surgeon is excited to help you achieve your facial rejuvenation goals! It is completely understandable to be nervous, and rather than focus more on the specific technique or combination that will be employed, find a skilled surgeon whom you trust and feel a connection with and discuss your goals. But to actually answer your question, if you want to address both the jowling and your mid-face volume deficit, you will need a procedure that lifts the SMAS and fat grafting. When done correctly, this is a powerful combination for a refreshed appearance.
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Answer: Facelifts You should not have this much anxiety about a facelift procedure. They are generally very safe and you should look great and heal well within 7-10 days. I believe SMAS facelift techniques yield natural results with good longevity.
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Answer: Facelifts You should not have this much anxiety about a facelift procedure. They are generally very safe and you should look great and heal well within 7-10 days. I believe SMAS facelift techniques yield natural results with good longevity.
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March 6, 2024
Answer: I Would Reverse Engineer Your Question: Think About Results Deciding on the type of procedure that you think will help you is less important than choosing the right Surgeon who will choose the correct procedure to address your concerns. In my hands, a deep plane facelift offers the best, most natural, and longest lasting results for my patients. Go and see a few Surgeons, look at their results and make your decision based on the results you see, the way that the staff treat you, and whether you find the Surgeon credible. It's always better to see a Surgeon focusing on Faces.
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March 6, 2024
Answer: I Would Reverse Engineer Your Question: Think About Results Deciding on the type of procedure that you think will help you is less important than choosing the right Surgeon who will choose the correct procedure to address your concerns. In my hands, a deep plane facelift offers the best, most natural, and longest lasting results for my patients. Go and see a few Surgeons, look at their results and make your decision based on the results you see, the way that the staff treat you, and whether you find the Surgeon credible. It's always better to see a Surgeon focusing on Faces.
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February 16, 2024
Answer: Facelift choices... Yes, all the different terminology can be quite confusing. The most important thing to do is to see multiple experienced surgeons, look at his or her photos, and get a feel of what the best procedure would be and how you feel about him or her personally. Make sure the credentials are in order, he or she has hospital privileges, as well as significant experience in facelift surgery with the photos to back it up. I would recommend having a deep plane facelift performed as that gives the longest result and look very natural when performed well.
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February 16, 2024
Answer: Facelift choices... Yes, all the different terminology can be quite confusing. The most important thing to do is to see multiple experienced surgeons, look at his or her photos, and get a feel of what the best procedure would be and how you feel about him or her personally. Make sure the credentials are in order, he or she has hospital privileges, as well as significant experience in facelift surgery with the photos to back it up. I would recommend having a deep plane facelift performed as that gives the longest result and look very natural when performed well.
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February 15, 2024
Answer: Extended Deep Plane Facelift is the Gold Standard If you listen to nothing else, listen to this. If you want to do a shorter procedure with less anesthesia and less downtime, you will need something else in the future or be unhappy with the results longterm. If you want this to be the only time you ever need something done to rejuvenate your face and neck, go to a surgeon who performs true extended deep plane facelift. This is a procedure that will keep you looking younger and more refreshed than your peers for decades. So many patients are so worried about doing too much that they do too little, or have shortcut surgery. Then I see them for revision surgery years later and it's more expensive, recovery is more challenging, and now they've had two operations. I tell my deep plane facelift patients to give me two good weeks of rest and recovery. By week three they are looking better than they have in many years, and by 2 months they are photo ready. People do great.
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February 15, 2024
Answer: Extended Deep Plane Facelift is the Gold Standard If you listen to nothing else, listen to this. If you want to do a shorter procedure with less anesthesia and less downtime, you will need something else in the future or be unhappy with the results longterm. If you want this to be the only time you ever need something done to rejuvenate your face and neck, go to a surgeon who performs true extended deep plane facelift. This is a procedure that will keep you looking younger and more refreshed than your peers for decades. So many patients are so worried about doing too much that they do too little, or have shortcut surgery. Then I see them for revision surgery years later and it's more expensive, recovery is more challenging, and now they've had two operations. I tell my deep plane facelift patients to give me two good weeks of rest and recovery. By week three they are looking better than they have in many years, and by 2 months they are photo ready. People do great.
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February 5, 2024
Answer: Facelift , neck lift Your picture does not show your neck or your lower face so it is hard to provide any guidance. You should not be worried about the technique as long as your plastic surgeon is experienced in that particular technique if it is the best option for you. This is the conversation that you will have at your consultation with your board certified plastic surgeon.
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February 5, 2024
Answer: Facelift , neck lift Your picture does not show your neck or your lower face so it is hard to provide any guidance. You should not be worried about the technique as long as your plastic surgeon is experienced in that particular technique if it is the best option for you. This is the conversation that you will have at your consultation with your board certified plastic surgeon.
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