We all want to achieve that perfect shape for our face. That’s why we aim to undergo a face lift procedure to achieve that. A face lift is a surgical procedure that aims to reduce the signs of facial aging. The areas addressed with a facelift are the neck, jowls, and the cheeks. The facelift tightens the underlying muscle layer thus, taking away years from the aging look of your face. After this is done, the excess skin is then removed. Surgeons often combine the face lift operation with additional procedures if needed. For example, because the face loses volume with time, a fat transfer procedure is often performed at the same time. Or if there’s a need in correcting the chin part, chin augmentation needs to be performed, too. Patients that may need to have their eyelids rejuvenated can also have a blepharoplasty, or eyelid lift done at the same time.

It is important that you know what you will experience before you decide on really having this procedure.

Procedure:

The incisions are made at the site where your skin will be stretched. The incisions are usually placed in the hairline, within the natural crease between the ears and face (in front of the ear and under the chin). The incision then continues around in front of the earlobe. At the top of the ear it curves back into the hairline. Some incisions extend into the temple hair above the ear and curves slightly forward. Incisions can also be made underneath the chin.
The skin is then “lifted,” and carefully cut beneath the fat. The skin is gently pulled at the lip, cheek, and midline of neck. This is where the tissue is separated delicately. The thin fascia (connective tissue of the face) is also pulled back to provide deeper support to the facial skin, especially around the jaw line. This is called a “Deep” facelift.
The tissue is then stitched behind the ear, and any existing fat is removed to give a sleep and clean look.
Some wrinkles may also be removed by gently smoothing the skin back toward the ears.
Immediately after your procedure, you will experience some temporary swelling and bruising in your mid-face region, which may take several weeks to completely resolve. On the first night, it’s important to rest with your head elevated to decrease swelling and bruising. You can use a cold compress for comfort and to help control swelling. Additionally, pain medication may be prescribed for post-operative pain.

So, if you are looking for a dependable face lift surgeon in Aventura, FL, Dr. Ernest DiGeronimo is the best one there is! Call (305) 932–5557 to set an appointment today!