A mini facelift is designed to improve advanced facial aging in the mid-face, cheek, and lower eyelid. This procedure will help to re-establish facial balance, giving an overall lift to the neck and lower third of the face. Traditional facelift surgery treats all sections of the face.

Length:  About 1 to 2 hours.

Results:  Long-lasting, depending on patient’s lifestyle. Affected by continued aging, gravity, and the elements.

Procedure:  A mini facelift can be performed through two different methods, either individually or combined: anterior or posterior. The anterior mini is for individuals concerned about their lower face, whereas the posterior mini is sometimes referred to as a mini neck lift, because it is geared towards patients that want to improve the appearance of their neck and jowl area. In general, the skin is gently lifted form the underlying tissue. A doctor will operate on one side of the face at a time, removing a narrow S-shaped section of skin from the area. The skin is lifted and the underlying muscles and tissues are tightened, repositioned and excess fat is removed.

Anesthesia:  Local with Sedation

Patient Status:  Outpatient

Recovery:  About 1 week.