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Facelift surgery is one of the most requested procedures by our patients near Dearborn and West Bloomfield. As a result, facelifts, including the neck lift and the mini facelift, have become a specialty at Straith Clinic. There are many types of facial rejuvenation surgery available to rejuvenate the aging face, but alternatives also exist including dermal fillers, microdermabrasion, IPL, and chemical peels. Deciding on the best surgical procedure will depend on your plastic surgeon’s expertise, your goals, the structure of the face, and the condition of the skin.
What Causes Facial Aging?
Dr. Marissa Baca of Straith Clinic explains the causes of facial aging.
Who is a Good Candidate for Facelift Surgery?
Good facelift candidates for facial cosmetic surgery include healthy individuals who are non-smokers. Patients who are experiencing sagging skin in the mid-face region, deep creases and excess skin below the lower eyelids or along the nose extending to the corners of the mouth, or loss of skin tone that creates jowls or fatty deposits under the chin and jaw could greatly benefit from a facelift. Those with realistic expectations are often the happiest with their facelift results.
expectations
What to expect for your Facelift surgery?
Anesthesia
Usually local with IV sedation.
Length of Surgery
3 to 4 hours.
In / Outpatient
Generally out-patient in our accredited on-site surgery center.
Types of Facelift Surgery
At Straith Clinic, we specialize in advanced facelift techniques. Facial rejuvenation comes in many forms, and our plastic surgeons can help you determine the best type of facelift surgery for your goals.
Traditional Facelift
The traditional facelift uses a combination of techniques that target the sagging tissues and loose skin of the cheeks, jowl line, and neck area. It gives you a more youthful facial appearance by reshaping the underlying tissues into their youthful position and re-draping the skin over the more youthful shaped face. In general, the traditional facelift result is longer lasting than the “mini” techniques but requires a higher degree of invasive techniques and more recovery when compared to the “mini lift” techniques.
Mini Facelift
The mini facelift provides a less dramatic result. The branded mini facelifts, like the Weekend, One-Hour, Thread, or other “breakthrough” procedures are a compromise when compared to the more traditional surgical techniques. If it has a fancy name, it is usually better marketing than medicine. As plastic surgeons, we are continually asked to provide more with less downtime. Patients have to be realistic. The mini facelift procedure, which is less invasive than the traditional facelift, will help rejuvenate the cheeks, and to a lesser extent, the neck. Mini facelifts are best suited for patients who want to correct minor sagging or drooping of the lower face, including the cheeks and jowls. Mini facelift and neck lift procedures involve fewer incisions than the traditional surgical facelift.
2-3 Weeks
How long is Facelift recovery?
Most patients can return to work in 10 to 14 days. Strenuous activity should be avoided for 3-4 weeks after surgery. Bruising may last 2 to 3 weeks. Patients must limit exposure to the sun for several months.
Why Choose Straith Clinic?
We understand that each patient is unique and requires a specific approach when considering facial surgery and we are experts in all techniques such as the traditional facelift, mid facelift, lower facelift, neck lift, mini facelift, endoscopic forehead lift, and brow lift. Meeting the unique needs of our patients coupled with our knowledge, experience, and training is what separates us from other plastic surgeons and facial plastic surgery clinics in the Dearborn, Michigan area.
What Are the Risks?
No surgical procedure is risk-free, and that includes cosmetic surgery like facelift surgery. During your consultation with Dr. Sabbagh or Dr. Baca, they will review the risks so you can make an educated decision.
Facelift Surgery in Bingham Farms, MI
With an established track record of 90 years, an accredited facility, and thousands of satisfied patients throughout Dearborn, metro Detroit, Michigan, and the U.S., the Straith Clinic has earned an excellent reputation for cosmetic surgery of the face and body. Call us today at 248-270-5272 or send us an email to schedule a consultation during which you can discuss our facial and body services and tour our facility, including our on-site operating facility.