If you are bothered by the signs of aging in your face, a facelift may be right for you. Technically known as rhytidectomy, a facelift is a surgical procedure to improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck, such as:

A facelift is designed to correct all of these aging features, restoring a more youthful, rested appearance with uplifted contours and improved tone in facial skin and underlying muscle.The most significant correction occurs from the neck up to the cheeks. Although eyelid surgery and browlift can be done at the same time they are not part of a facelift.

The most common type of facelift is a two layers or SMAS facelift. This tightens the fascia and deeper muscle layer first and then redrapes the loose skin of the neck and face removing the excess. If there is only a little loose skin at the cheeks or neck than a mini facelift or skin only facelift can be performed. Some plastic surgeons may also call this a neck lift.

The excess skin or fascia removed may be used to augment lips or fill lines in the face.

Typical incisions begin within the hairline, above the temple and continue along or just inside the ear, down under the ear lobe, ending behind the ear. This allows access to tighten underlying tissue, remove excess fat and reduce sagging skin. A second incision under the chin is sometimes necessary. Liposuction techniques may assist with removal of fat deposits.

A facelift needs to be designed for you individual need and to correct your specific concerns.

The same surgery is not always right for everyone. Remember the goal is to have you look rested youthful not pulled, tight, stretched or artificial.

A facelift turns back the hands of time but doesn’t stop time from moving forward. Secondary facelifts can be done reusing old incisions and retightening the skin that gravity and age has loosened.

Contact us for your personal consultation with Dr. Wesley Wilson and see what is right for you.