Cost of facelift unerring local anesthesia? (Photo)

Hello.  Thank you for your question.  Face/neck lift procedures can absolutely be performed safely using local anesthesia, with or without light sedation using oral or IV medications.  I have performed thousands of facelift procedures, along with many other facial rejuvenation procedures, using local anesthesia and light sedation.  I have a perfect, untarnished safety record using this type of anesthesia.  In my opinion, this is a safer, more cost effective approach for most cosmetic surgery patients, because it eliminates the cost and diminishes the risks associated with general anesthesia.  Patients must understand, however, that without general anesthesia, they may be awake and/or aware at times during the procedure, but they should not feel any pain or discomfort once the local anesthetic injections are performed.  The results from facelift should be the same, whether performed under local anesthesia with light sedation or general anesthesia, as long as the same surgical technique is utilized.  Be sure to view before and after results and patient reviews for any potential surgeon to ensure that they provide the experience and results that you desire.  I would encourage you to seek a consultation with a board-certified Facial Plastic Surgeon with extensive experience performing facial rejuvenation procedures and allow them to assess your individual anatomy, concerns, and goals, and determine the best treatment plan for you.  I wish you the best in achieving your aesthetic goals.

In experienced hands, a variety of facelifts can be done safely and comfortably under local anesthesia. I have been doing this for over 10 years now and have performed thousands of facelifts under local with excellent results. How long a facelift will last last depends on the type of facelift being performed as well as the surgeon's technique. A good facelift should always keep you looking better than if you never had it done. Very often it should be combined with other types of procedures such as skin resurfacing or fat transfer to address the different components that are contributing to your aging pattern.  You will continue to age, but from a new "set point" . When deciding on a surgeon, it's important to find a surgeon who performs these procedures at least weekly, if not daily.  

All surgical #procedures carry some degree of #risk. The suitability of your procedures and any specific risks may be determined during you #consultation. However, based on this evaluation, your board certified plastic surgeons will create a custom surgical plan, detailing specific techniques and recommendations to meet your goals. If you are not a #candidate, your surgeon can make other suggestions to address your concerns and objectives Also, another element to a #satisfying result of your procedures are realistic #expectations.Patients who desire facial rejuvenation that is affordable, quick, and effective should consider the Lite-lift™. Like the Life-Style™ facelift, this is a modified facelift that can be performed in the office with a local #anesthetic and improve signs of aging around the neck, jawbone and lower face.

I appreciate your question.





Cost varies by geographic location, surgeon expertise, OR time, anesthesia, length of procedure etc.  I would recommend that you see a board certified plastic surgeon in your area who specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery and who is also a member of The American Society of Plastic Surgery.  You can call their offices in advance and ask for quotes prior to scheduling consultations.





The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.



Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.





Best of luck!





Dr. Schwartz



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Can a facelift be done under local anesthesia? Yes, absolutely, but it depends on the experience and comfort level of the surgeon. Most of mine are done under local with oral or IV sedation, but if you had told me I would be doing it that way ten years ago, I would not have thought that to be possible, but there are many advantages. I find that there is less bleeding which leads to less bruising and swelling and an overall quicker recovery. Part of being able to do it under local anesthesia involved changes in the local anesthetic mixture, and developing a great level of skill at the procedure. Obviously, you cannot lie down on an operating table for several hours under local anesthesia, so it takes an efficient and experienced surgeon. Overall, developing the expertise to perform facelifts under local (with sedation) has resulted in a more satisfying experience for both patient and surgeon alike.

I commonly do facelifts under local anesthesia. It is safe and comfortable for the patient and allows them to bounce back faster with no general anesthesia worries. I use oral sedation to make my patients comfortable and then tumescent infiltration to provide hemostasis and anesthesia. 
Costs vary by location and surgeon. Choose your surgeon carefully and do your homework. Don't rely on the internet alone. Speak to actual patients. 
Remember, The bitterness of poor quality remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten.
All the Best,
Dr. J

A. Dean Jabs M.D. Ph.D. FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon

Hi Loki,

Thanks for your question and photo. It is hard to assess your needs just based on this one photo especially your neck. But based on this photo alone, you do NOT need a facelift but some volume augmentation with temporary filler, semi permanent filler( Bellafill) or fat or a midfacelift. All the procedures can be done safely without issues if your plastic surgeon is experienced in this way of doing surgery. It typically takes 2-3 hrs depending on what you need. Results under general and local should be identical based on your surgeons experience.

 



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Carlos Mata MD, MBA, FACS



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Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

A facelift and neck lift can easily be done with local anesthesia , though most patients experience is better with a small amount of sedation to keep them relaxed especially during the injection of the local anesthesia.  Once the tissues are numb, a full face and neck lift can be done and the longevity of it is the same as if done under general anesthesia. Longevity depends on whether you smoke, your sun exposure and other factors.  The local anesthesia will help decrease your costs; another bonus.  Be sure to see a board certified plastic surgeon who works in an accredited surgical facility, for your safety.

Hello,It is becoming a fad again to promote awake surgery as safer and more modern.  It's not, it's just an old concept recycled to promote business from people afraid of anesthesia or trying to limit their costs. The safest, most effective facial surgery is performed under general anesthesia where everything can be controlled, including your airway, breathing, and blood pressure. Additionally, it is infinitely more comfortable. Specifically for you, based on the single photo posted, it looks like the only thing your mid face needs is volume, and fat grafting would be definitely part of my surgical plan, along with anything else that might be appropriate. 

An experienced surgeon can do this procedure safely in the office relying on local anesthesia with or without any additional pain medication or sedation.