3D Facelift By Plastic Surgeon

As we age, our face begins to lose both volume (due to a loss of fat and bone) as well as elasticity. This results in a sunken and tired appearance with loose or wrinkly skin. An aged pyramid replaces the V-shape youthful appearance of the face, with a heavy lower face with drooping jowls. The skin and the underlying soft tissue with its fascia (SMAS) and supporting ligaments lose their elasticity and begin to stretch. A facelift seeks to reverse as many of these ageing changes as possible.

These changes usually start developing around the early 30s and increase in severity as we age further. Depending on the severity of aging, the amount of correction required and the degree of downtime that can be tolerated, different types of facelifts may be performed to achieve smoother looking skin and a more youthful appearance. Our unique 3D Facelift method involves:

• Small incision hidden behind the hairline to remove excess skin
• Sagging tissues at the cheeks are elevated and secured at the incision
• Results typically last 5 years or more

Some bruising and swelling is to be expected after the procedure, which will dissipate after 1-2 weeks. Patients are able to return to light exercise after 1 week.