Face & Neck
Lift
Turn back time with a Face & Neck Lift
Aging, gravity and environmental factors can leave you looking older than you feel. At PURE Plastic Surgery, double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Natalia Vidal offers transformative face and neck lift procedures to tighten sagging skin, smooth deep wrinkles and restore youthful facial contours. She uses advanced techniques to provide lasting, natural-looking results tailored to your unique goals.
What is a Face & Neck Lift?
A facelift, otherwise known as rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that creates a more youthful appearance by tightening the facial tissues and underlying muscles. It targets areas of the lower face and neck that are especially prone to the signs of aging, addressing concerns that make you look older than you are, such as severe lines or wrinkles, folds and skin laxity. Although a facelift can’t stop the march of time, it can reverse some of its effects to refresh your look.
There are options available for your face and neck lift procedure, which Dr. Vidal will discuss with you in more detail during your initial consultation. At PURE Plastic Surgery, your facelift will be tailored to your unique goals and utilize the most effective techniques available. This may include a traditional full facelift, a mini facelift or a lower facelift. For concerns that appear below the jawline, our team may also recommend opting for a neck lift.
Face & Neck Lift Options
Full Facelift
A full facelift addresses the mid and lower face for comprehensive rejuvenation. This procedure involves making incisions within the hairline and hidden around the ears to access the underlying facial muscles and tissues. By tightening these structures and removing excess skin, a full facelift can help you achieve a dramatically younger appearance that lasts for years.
Mini Facelift
A mini facelift offers a less invasive treatment option for addressing the earlier signs of aging. This technique is ideal for individuals who have moderate sagging or loss of volume but do not yet require a full facelift. Incisions are typically made around the ears, allowing the surgeon to lift and reposition the underlying tissues, restoring a youthful contour to the cheeks and jawline.
Lower Facelift
A lower facelift targets the bottom third of the face, including the jawline and upper neck. This procedure is ideal for those experiencing deep wrinkles, jowls and loose skin in the lower face. Incisions are made around the ears and sometimes extend slightly into the hairline. By tightening the muscles and removing excess skin in targeted areas, a lower facelift can result in a smoother, more defined jawline, giving the lower face a more youthful appearance.
Neck Lift
A neck lift specifically addresses the signs of aging below the jawline to restore balanced, youthful contours. It can be performed on its own or in conjunction with a facelift for more comprehensive results. Incisions are typically made around the ears and underneath the chin, allowing your surgeon to remove excess skin and tighten the underlying muscles. A neck lift can correct muscle banding, fat beneath the chin, jowls and an unflattering “turkey neck.”
Nonsurgical Liquid Facelift
If you’re considering a facelift but want to avoid surgery, a liquid facelift can help rejuvenate your appearance using injectable treatments such as Botox or dermal fillers. Dermal fillers restore lost volume to plump up hollow areas, while Botox relaxes the facial muscles to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles. The result is a more lifted, youthful appearance that lasts for several months. A liquid facelift offers immediate results with no downtime, making it a great choice for individuals seeking a quick yet effective way to refresh their look.
Ideal Face & Neck Lift candidates
Face and neck lifts are considered the gold standard for combating the signs of aging. These procedures are suitable for both men and women looking to restore more youthful facial contours, providing natural and long-lasting results that can take years off your appearance. If you’re bothered by the following concerns, a face and neck lift may be right for you:
- Facial lines and wrinkles
- Moderate to severe skin laxity
- Jowls along the jawline
- Hollowing in the cheeks
- Vertical neck bands
- Submental fat beneath the chin
- Loose neck skin that creates a “turkey wattle”
An expertly performed facelift will help you look your best and reverse many of the effects of gravity and aging to restore a more youthful appearance. Most patients considering a face or neck lift are at least 40 years old, but there is no minimum age requirement for undergoing these procedures. However, candidates should be in good health and have no serious medical conditions that could affect the healing process. Having realistic goals is also important.
What to expect during
Face & Neck Lift Surgery
Before your procedure, you will have a consultation with our team to assess the degree of sagging, volume loss and wrinkling that has occurred around the face and neck. Each patient’s facial anatomy is unique, and this process will help Dr. Vidal determine the best approach for achieving your goals. At your consultation, we will also explain what you can expect during your procedure and provide you with instructions for preparing for your face or neck lift.
The surgery itself is performed as an outpatient procedure using general anesthesia, so you’ll be able to return home later the same day. However, someone you trust will need to drive you from our surgical facility and stay with you for the first 24 hours for your comfort and safety.
The specific technique used to achieve your goals might vary, but your face and neck lift will involve strategically placed incisions along the ears, temple, hairline or under the chin. Through these incisions, your surgeon will be able to eliminate sagging, tighten the underlying facial muscles and reposition the tissues to a more favorable location. After sculpting more youthful contours, the skin will be pulled taut and sutured in place for a firmer appearance.
Since this is a complex procedure, face and neck lift surgery generally takes a few hours to complete. If your facelift is being combined with other surgical procedures, such as an eyelid lift, you can expect it to last longer. Dr. Vidal takes care with each patient and doesn't rush the process to create flawless, personalized and natural-looking results.
Face & Neck Lift recovery
Recovering from a face and neck lift requires downtime, but the results are well worth the effort. It's normal to experience bruising, swelling and discomfort following your procedure, which will improve in two to three weeks. Sutures are usually removed after seven to 10 days. Most patients find they are able to return to work a week after surgery, but more demanding activities should be resumed gradually as directed by your doctor to ensure proper healing.
During your consultation, Dr. Vidal will provide a thorough explanation of the recovery process, addressing any concerns or questions you might have. We will give you detailed post-op care instructions to help manage any discomfort and optimize your healing. Our goal is to ensure that you feel confident and well-prepared for your operation so you can look forward to enjoying your rejuvenated appearance with excitement and peace of mind!
Face & Neck Lift results
Following your face and neck lift, you will notice an immediate improvement in the firmness and definition of your chin, cheeks and jawline. These enhancements provide you with a more youthful and refreshed appearance, significantly reducing the signs of aging for years to come. As swelling and bruising continue to subside over the next few weeks, your full results will become even more apparent, revealing smoother, tighter contours in the lower face and neck.
The success of a face and neck lift procedure relies heavily on the expertise of your surgeon. It is a complex procedure that should only be performed by a highly trained and skilled professional who has a deep understanding of the underlying facial structures. At PURE Plastic Surgery, Dr. Vidal has the specialized training necessary to help you achieve the most natural-looking results. Our goal is to refresh your look and address the signs of aging to effectively turn the clock back, restoring your confidence in your overall appearance.
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