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Mini (MACS) Facelift in office under local: descriptions, experience

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1 year post

Description of a MACS short scar lift

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WORTH IT$5,000
From RealSelf surgeon:

"Macs lift which means Minimial Access Cranial Suspension Lift. This procedure tightens and lifts the neck, removes jowels and redefines the jawline and also pins the muscles of the midface back up taking 10 - 15 years off the face with natural long lasting results. This technique offers a shorter incision that runs slightly above the ear along the hairline, around the ear and sometimes extended behind the ear. The underlying muscles are pulled up but not dissected."

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John Michael Thomassen, MD

John Michael Thomassen, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

4.8 | 128 Reviews
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Replies (4)

April 24, 2015
So Macs is different than SMAC?
April 24, 2015
Or SMAS? smac me!
May 27, 2015
Having had a facelift over ten years ago, I want to compliment you on your detailed and superbly accurate description of the surgical and healing processes. Anyone planning a facelift procedure will be well informed by your posts.
June 8, 2015
My doc said a mini or mid lift you had to go into the mouth and cut into the upper gum. This MACS sounds a lot better than what he described.
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July 24, 2015
Loved the dialogue! You have a gift for writing. Also loved your results! I would love to have this done. Saving for the boobies but this has certainly got on my radar. The results are fantastic. Thanks for sharing :))
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11 months post

before after mini-lift photo

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April 4, 2014
did you have a lifestyle lift? or private doctor?
April 4, 2014
i mention the differences in my review, and the name of the doc is at the top of the review. click to his website!
April 4, 2014
This is exactly the kind of work I'm planning on, including the voluma to mid face. I'm of a similar age to you also. A detailed, thorough account of your experience which is so very useful to those of us thinking of doing the same. Thank you!
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May 24, 2014
Thank you. I've switched gears and decided to go for the lower facelift, chin implant, neck lift and fat transfer. Date is July 10. Will keep posting.
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April 25, 2014
Considering this as well
May 4, 2014
I am having my surgery May 8th, with the same doctor..... I really appreciate your reviews.... I am traveling down, I live about 3 hours away, have my girlfriend going with me, have a hotel for at least 3 nights...maybe 4 if I need it. anything else I should know?? lol
May 11, 2014
I had my surgery May 8th, 2014 AND I LOVE DR THOMASSEN
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May 12, 2014
Carlaxx5, will you be posting a detailed review and pictures? How's your recovery so far? Thanks for your response. Happy healing.
May 12, 2014
thanks, yes I will, I am only 4 days out of surgery. My doctor was just the best, never ever had a doctor who made me feel so at ease.... and even though you are awake during the procedure, it did not seem like that at all. any questions feel free to ask....maybe with other doctors it was a terrible experience, but not with my doctor.... I am going back for my eyes after I heal from this... probably wait 6 months, hopefully not even that long. so very happy!
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10 months post

1 year after mini/lower facelift

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Scarring: unnoticeable
Numbness: none. full sensation along the ears and jawline has returned
Overall: Success. After about 6 months of healing I had Naso-labial fold filler, and I just got some Voluma for mid-face volume: to me, this completes the entire process. The facelift got rid of the extra skin/skin laxity, and the fillers added back the volume , which is the total package for facial rejuvenation. Very pleased with the results.

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March 8, 2014
John Michael Thomassen, MD
January 15, 2015
Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I am considering a mini face lift but like you I don't like to be put out with general anesthesia. I really appreciate you sharing your time line of healing, it helps with my decision. I am sure you look beautiful!
November 19, 2015
Thanks for the information, it helps alot. I am about to start my adventure. Best of luck to you .