Facelift
As
people age, the effects of gravity, exposure to
the sun, and the stresses of daily life can be seen
in their faces. Deep creases form between the nose
and mouth; the jaw line grows slack and jowly; folds
and fat deposits appear around the neck.A facelift
(technically known as rhytidectomy) can't stop this
aging process, but it can “set back the clock”
improving the most visible signs of aging by removing
excess fat, tightening underlying muscles, and redraping
the skin of your face and neck. A facelift can be
done alone, or in conjunction with other procedures
such as a forehead lift, eyelid surgery, or nose
reshaping. 
| The incisions for a facelift are well hidden
in the hairline and immediately infront and
behind the ear. Depending on the extent of
the extra skin, the skin shown in the green
shaded area is gently lifted. |
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A muscular layer underneath the skin is
lifted and tightened. |
| The extra skin is removed and the remaining
skin is sutured together. |
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The scars are well hidden in the hairline. |
Before and after photos
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| Procedure |
Removes loose neck skin, improves jowls,
muscle tightening and redraping the skin. |
| Duration |
4-6 hours |
| Anesthesia |
Usually general |
| Hospital stay |
23 hour stay |
| Recovery |
Usually two weeks before returning to work |
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