Can a mid facelift help the jaw line?

Hi,A midface lift is designed to improve the cheek area and nasolabial folds.  It improves the hollowing that develops under the eyes as the cheeks age and descend lower in the face with time.  The midface lift allows the cheeks to be repositioned more upwards on the face.  By doing this it also smooths out the nasolabial folds.  A traditional facelift is the appropriate procedure to improve the jawline.  

This is a great question and one that I frequently go through
with my patients when they come to visit with me for a consultation.
Every patient has his or her own aging pattern, and it
is important for your surgeon to take the time to understand how your
face has aged in order to recommend the appropriate procedure. A mid-face
lift is not very effective to address the jawline due to the different vectors
of aging that apply to each area. Try not to cut corners to treat an area
of concern. If you do, you may risk undergoing a procedure that
will not achieve your desired results. Research a lower facelift with
fat transfer to address the mid-face and jawline at the same time. This may be
in line with what you are looking to achieve.

Dear stayingpositive11-Great question.  In fact, today during a blepharoplasty I was demonstrating the connection (indirect) between lifting the SOOF/malar fat pad and the jawline/jowl.  So, theoretically, yes, there can be an effect.  However, I would say that in practice this does not pan out.  The best way to address this is the elevate the SMAS, with or without mandibular ligament release, and that is done with a facelift/necklift. A board-certified facial plastic surgeon can help you in consultation.Best,Dr. Most