I'm a 39-year-old with mild/moderate neck laxity, but I'm not after a face lift. I understand that invasive lifting has the highest guarantee of success, but for medical reasons, I prefer not to have general anesthesia (especially considering its an elective procedure).
I have consulted 7 MD's who are respected and reputable plastic surgeons in the Stanford/Palo Alto area (head and neck and general Plastic surgeons) and have had a range of responses. One suggested a "mini" facelift (which is basically a face lift) with submentoplasty and chin implant, a couple recommended an isolated submentoplasty and chin implant, 2 recommended an isolated neck lift, and one MD said I'm not a candidate for face/neck lift surgery and should get a chin implant, Botox in the platysmal bands, resurfacing, and Titan Laser. One also said Active/Deep FX all over my face and neck would be the best. I'm now frustrated and feel as if there's no hope but to live with my prematurely wrinkled neck. Any advice?
July 7, 2016
Answer: Facelift and Necklift Under Local Anaesthetic Thank you for your question.I have pioneered my Concept™ Facelift which is suitable for men and women who wish to reduce sagging in the lower face (jowls) and neck and regain a more natural, rejuvenated appearance. The procedure is less invasive than a traditional facelift and there is less scarring, bruising and swelling for a significantly quicker recovery period. This innovative procedure combines the latest surgical techniques with the use of local anaesthetic to dramatically reduce the risks associated with traditional facelifts, while significantly reducing the bruising and downtime of your recovery, from months to a matter of days.What are the benefits of the local anaesthetic Concept™ Facelift?Minimally invasive as it is a short scar faceliftThere is minimal bruising and swelling, especially when compared to traditional faceliftsAs the procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, you can go straight home following the procedureFull recovery in a matter of days rather than monthsSignificantly less risk than Facelifts performed under general anaestheticFresh, youthful and long lasting resultsMake sure you find a reputable and qualified plastic surgeon who can assess you properly to give you a realistic idea of what outcome you can achieve. All The Best
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July 7, 2016
Answer: Facelift and Necklift Under Local Anaesthetic Thank you for your question.I have pioneered my Concept™ Facelift which is suitable for men and women who wish to reduce sagging in the lower face (jowls) and neck and regain a more natural, rejuvenated appearance. The procedure is less invasive than a traditional facelift and there is less scarring, bruising and swelling for a significantly quicker recovery period. This innovative procedure combines the latest surgical techniques with the use of local anaesthetic to dramatically reduce the risks associated with traditional facelifts, while significantly reducing the bruising and downtime of your recovery, from months to a matter of days.What are the benefits of the local anaesthetic Concept™ Facelift?Minimally invasive as it is a short scar faceliftThere is minimal bruising and swelling, especially when compared to traditional faceliftsAs the procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, you can go straight home following the procedureFull recovery in a matter of days rather than monthsSignificantly less risk than Facelifts performed under general anaestheticFresh, youthful and long lasting resultsMake sure you find a reputable and qualified plastic surgeon who can assess you properly to give you a realistic idea of what outcome you can achieve. All The Best
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August 20, 2015
Answer: Non-Surgical Options for Neck Rejuvination I'm sure it's difficult to get conflicting advice from so many surgeons. With that being said, there is no substitute for surgery in terms of getting a comparable result. There are however, other options that might be worth considering. I often recommend Ulthera for patients who are not interested in or ready for surgery. Ulthera can be very effective for treating wrinkles in the neck area. It uses ultrasound to re-stimulate collagen at a very deep level under the skin, leaving the top layers of skin completely in tact. It is a very non-invasive procedure with virtually no down-time. It is fantastic for people in your age range, and something that I recommend for patients on a regular basis. Most importantly, think about all of the options that have been presented to you, and narrow them down according to what you feel the most comfortable with. I would suggest scheduling follow up appointments with the 1 or 2 doctors whose opinion you trust most, and ask more questions about the recommended procedures so that you can learn more about the options available to you.
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August 20, 2015
Answer: Non-Surgical Options for Neck Rejuvination I'm sure it's difficult to get conflicting advice from so many surgeons. With that being said, there is no substitute for surgery in terms of getting a comparable result. There are however, other options that might be worth considering. I often recommend Ulthera for patients who are not interested in or ready for surgery. Ulthera can be very effective for treating wrinkles in the neck area. It uses ultrasound to re-stimulate collagen at a very deep level under the skin, leaving the top layers of skin completely in tact. It is a very non-invasive procedure with virtually no down-time. It is fantastic for people in your age range, and something that I recommend for patients on a regular basis. Most importantly, think about all of the options that have been presented to you, and narrow them down according to what you feel the most comfortable with. I would suggest scheduling follow up appointments with the 1 or 2 doctors whose opinion you trust most, and ask more questions about the recommended procedures so that you can learn more about the options available to you.
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August 13, 2011
Answer: Neck lift and general anesthesia
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August 13, 2011
Answer: Neck lift and general anesthesia
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