Natural Vertical Face Lift and Neck Rejuvenation

There is no “one size fits all” answer as the right time to consider facial surgery.   Here are some common considerations.  Skin laxity and loss of contour in the neck or  fullness and rounding in the jowl area are usually the first signs that appear in the lower face.    Genetics and your environment can play a role in how early some of these changes appear with most women starting in their 40’s and 50’s.  Sun damaged skin with the appearance of lines and wrinkles also plays a role in when to proceed with surgery as well.   Upper eyelid heaviness or bags in the lower eye are often addressed in combination  with facial surgery and can contribute to the long term results.

Dr. Applebaum uses techniques that will not allow the face to have a pulled or unnatural appearance.  His deep plane composite surgical technique  elevates the deeper tissues in a gentle tension free manner that delivers a natural uplifted appearance restoring a graceful and more youthful look.

The recovery period varies depending on the amount of surgery that was done.  Most patients take minimal postoperative pain medication and Dr. Applebaum encourages the use of  homeopathic medicines to help with recovery.   Most patients stay inside for a week and will use anti-swelling measures to move the process along.  After the first week,  bruising and swelling are improved and slow return to some activities is encouraged as part of the recovery. Most stitches are removed by two weeks and incisions are usually healing with minimal visibility.   Returning to work in two weeks is reasonable along with a slow return to exercise.

Facelift surgery is a delicate procedure that requires a qualified and experienced surgeon that is Board Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.  Good reviews by actual patients should reflect that the surgeon and his staff took great care of the patient throughout the process.   Also important is before and after photos of facelift patients that have standardized lighting to accurately document the levels of improvement.