Thank you for your question! Thanks to the advent of new technologies we can do a lot less and achieve more positive, natural-looking results. With a mini-lift, only the lower face-- from cheek to chin-- is lifted, which effectively eliminates jowls and redefines the cheekbones. As with a face-lift, the mini- lift is often accompanied by a neck lift, which removes fat from below the chin and tightens the neck's platysma muscles, all though a tiny incision under the chin. The best candidates for the mini-lift are those who are unhappy with the contour of their lower face and neck, and whose skin has good resiliency. Additionally, an effective non-surgical option that might benefit you is Thermage. Thermage is a non-invasive (no incision!) treatment that can tighten skin, renew facial contours, and stimulate your body to make healthier collagen. The procedure uses radiofrequency technology that has been clinically proven to tighten and gently lift skin to smooth out wrinkles and renew facial contours. Fast and easy, Thermage requires no downtime from normal activities. Another treatment that helps smooth and tighten skin is micro-RF. Used in combination with non-ablative lasers, this can be a powerful nonsurgical treatment to help tighten and smooth skin. My office also has an innovative skin treatment which uses a combination of microdermabrasion and various laser treatments to help improve skin quality and appearance. I have also created skincare products that scientifically help improve quality of your skin. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options in more detail!
