What is a Facelift?
A facelift is one of the most effective procedures to help reverse the visible effects of age, gravity and weight loss. The facelift procedure works by removing excess skin in the face and neck — often the first areas to show signs of aging. Prominent nasolabial folds and loose skin at the jawline are some of the early signs of facial aging. Facelift surgery tightens the underlying facial structures to give a more youthful, natural appearance.
At Janiga MDs, we offer a variety of additional popular procedures that can be performed in conjunction with a facelift. These include: Brow Lift, Facial Fat Injections, Neck Lift, Eyelid Lift, Chin Augmentation, Fat Grafting, and Lip Lift.
The Procedure
Dr. Timothy Janiga performs this surgical procedure in an outpatient surgery center using general anesthesia. Incisions are made in front of the ear, around the earlobe and back into the posterior hairline. The facial skin and underlying structures are lifted and restored to a more youthful position. In some patients, an additional incision can be made just underneath the chin if further neck tightening is required. Often we’ll use fat grafting in conjunction with a facelift to provide additional volume to the cheeks, lips, and nasolabial folds.
Face lift surgery will diminish deep creases on the face and neck, creating a more defined jaw and neckline. Dr. Timothy Janiga takes pride in his patient’s natural results, revealing a youthful, refreshed appearance.
The cosmetic surgery takes approximately three hours with an additional two hours of recovery time.
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Facelift Recovery & Results
Some patients choose to stay home from work for a week or two post-surgery to recover. Patients are seen the day after surgery to remove their head dressing. We remove stitches seven to ten days after your facelift. Expect full results within three months.
After facial plastic surgery, you should expect a smoother and tighter neck and jaw line, improvement of laxity and lines on the face.
Frequently Asked Questions about Facelift
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Schedule a Consultation
We evaluate patients who desire a facelift in our Reno/ Tahoe office. To arrange for a facelift consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Timothy Janiga, please send us an email or call 775-364-0224.