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With time, gravity, and sun exposure you may experience loosening
of the skin and underlying facial muscles leading to a tired
or aged appearance. Face lifts are usually done on men and
women in their 40's-60's to give a rejuvenated appearance.
However, the results are favorable for those in the 60-80
age range as well.
Face lift surgery, also known as Rhytidectomy, is a procedure
that is used to reshape or contour the lower two-thirds of
the face. A face lift will provide tightening of the skin
and muscles to improve cheek, jowl, and neck contour. Dr.
Farella uses the latest techniques in facial contouring. Incisions
are hidden behind the hairline, inside the ear, as well as
behind the ear and scalp leaving patients with minimal hidden
scars. After underlying muscles are tightened and fat suctioned,
the excess skin is pulled up and back, trimmed, and sutured
into place. Liposuctioning and underlying muscle tightening
will leave you with a natural, well-rested appearance.
A forehead lift or brow-lift
corrects the upper one third of the face. It raises the brows
to a higher level, removes lines that run across the forehead,
and removes lines that run vertically between the eyebrows.
Forehead lifts also aid in correcting upper eyelid ptosis.
A forehead lift may be done in combination with a face lift
or independently.
A neck lift is part of the
lower face lift that improves the neck and jaw line.
Risks and complications may include but are not limited to
bleeding, infection, scarring, damage to deeper structures,
asymmetry, nerve injury, improper healing, numbness, allergic
reactions, and risks and complications associated with anesthesia.
Although complications can occur, they are rare.
Risks and potential complications of surgery are best discussed
at the time of your consultation.
Smokers have a greater risk of skin loss, pulmonary, and
wound healing complications.
It is extremely important with this procedure to avoid aspirin
and aspirin-containing medications two weeks prior to surgery.
It is also mandatory to avoid situations that will raise the
blood pressure post surgery.
After surgery, a bandage will be wrapped around your head
to help relieve some swelling. Drains are also placed to help
drain fluids that may accumulate, and are removed the following
day. After forty-eight hours the bandages will be removed,
and you will be able to shower. Stitches in front of the ear
are removed within the first week, and the rest of the sutures
will be removed within two weeks. Makeup may be worn to conceal
bruising. By ten to fourteen days non-strenuous work and light
exercise may be resumed. After four to six weeks, more strenuous
exercise may be resumed. The final results will be apparent
within one year. Keep in mind, your face lift will turn back
the hands of time, but, does not stop the aging process. Longer
lasting results tend to occur on patients who are younger,
do not smoke, and do not have sun-damaged skin.
The procedure is done as an out-patient using IV sedation
and local anesthesia. This procedure usually takes two to
three hours and may be performed with other facial procedures.
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Call for a complimentary consultation:
John F. Farella, MD., F.A.C.S
(914) 241-7111
Lexington Avenue Suite 104 - Mount Kisco, NY 10549
(914) 997-9090
311 North Street Suite 408 - White Plains, NY 10605
(718) 548-5200
3333 Henry Hudson Parkway Suite 1-A - Riverdale, NY 10463
http://www.drfarella.com
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