Face Lift and Neck Lift

Face lift surgery, also known as rhytidectomy, was performed on over 200,000 patients over the past two years according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. Both women and men interested in a face lift select Dr. Weider to improve the most visible signs of facial aging by:

• Removing excess fat under the eyes, lower cheeks and jowl area
• Improving facial sagging under the eyes, cheek to mouth area, and jowls
• Reducing the appearance of wrinkles in the facial area

Dr. Weider performs the face lift procedure for women and men who desire a more youthful appearance and would like a self-esteem boost from a rejuvenated facial appearance. Dr. Weider combines both surgical skill and artistic expertise to develop facial treatment plans for adults of any age. During consultation with Dr. Weider, you will learn about every aspect of the face lift procedure, including:

• Techniques involved in the procedure, including variations to accommodate for every stage of aging
• How skin elasticity and bone structure may affect the procedure
• Anesthesia
• Guidelines to reduce the risk of complications
• Facility choices such as our fully accredited surgical center and overnight stay facility
• Costs for face lift surgery, including: surgeon’s fees, anesthesia and facility fees

THE FACE LIFT SURGERY

Dr. Weider performs the face lift procedure to tighten underlying facial muscles and skin to provide a revitalized facial appearance. The time required for face lift surgery may be four or more hours, depending upon the extent of the procedure. During face lift surgery, Dr. Weider will use general anesthesia to perform the procedure. There may be variations, such as a mini face lift, that are less extensive in which local anesthesia and sedation may be used. The incisions are inconspicuous, extending behind the earlobe and into the hairline. Dr. Weider will then remove excess fat, tighten underlying facial muscles and trim excess skin. In many patients, the muscle under the chin (platysma) will also be tightened in order to achieve a more youthful appearance of the neck and chin. He will suture all into place. Finally, a garment may be placed around the head, which may be worn for one or two days following surgery.

AFTERCARE FOR FACE LIFT

Dr. Weider will see within the first few days following the procedure to help ensure a smooth recovery. After face lift surgery, you will be provided with guidelines for activity restrictions and discomfort management, including medications to ease discomfort and pain. As with all medical procedures, complications may occur during or after the procedure. The guidelines that Dr. Weider provides help to reduce the risk of such. For example, due to the increased risk of poor healing smoking causes, Dr. Weider will advise you to stop smoking for several weeks prior to and after the procedure. You may experience swelling, bruising, bleeding and numbness following surgery which subside over time. Other complications are rare and can usually be managed when reported to Dr. Weider in a timely fashion. Complications may include: adverse anesthesia reaction, excessive bleeding, blood clots, and excessive scarring. The results of the procedure will be evident when swelling and bruising subside.

The benefits from the face lift may last for ten or more years. Face lift results may change over time, depending upon aging, weight changes, medical conditions and certain drugs. Touch up procedures may be required over time.

Dr. Weider will be happy to discuss face lifts as well as any other procedures during your personal consultation.  Give Weider Plastic Surgery a call today at (972) 566-8444.