Facelift

Facial plastic surgery is focused on correcting undesirable signs of aging on the face. The facelift is generally performed to correct or reduce signs of aging in the lower half of the face: areas such as the cheeks, around the mouth, the jaw line and neck.

How to know if facelift surgery is right for you

If you're bothered by folds of skin or sagging tissue in the lower face, you may be a good candidate for a facelift. The following conditions are often corrected through this procedure:

• Sagging tissue below the chin
• Poor jaw definition
• Folds of skin on the face and neck
• Sagging cheeks

How facelift surgery is performed

Techniques in facelift surgery vary widely, but each is intended to correct the same basic problems. Most facelift surgery procedures will involve incisions near the ears or behind the hairline. The skin is lifted, removed or sculpted in such a way that produces a younger, yet natural facial appearance. A facelift can often be done under local anesthesia, but in some cases general anesthesia may be preferred.

If you're interested in facelift surgery...

To learn more about facelift surgery, or the risks and costs involved, schedule a consultation at our New Jersey plastic surgery office. During the consultation, the doctor can evaluate your condition to determine whether a facelift can achieve the results you desire.