Facelift in Miami, FL

As people age, they tend to notice sagging and wrinkles in their skin. This is not an unusual occurrence. However, you can restore your youthful look by undergoing facelift surgery. This procedure can help tighten your skin while reversing the effects of aging. Facelift surgery helps address the signs of aging, skin laxity, and double chin while smoothing out the wrinkles in the lower face and neck. Our board-certified surgeons, Dr. Askari and Dr. Gerth, use the latest practices to ensure you have minimal scars, natural results, and a comfortable recovery.

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What Is a Facelift?

A facelift is a facial rejuvenation surgery that helps remove loose skin and other signs of aging. It involves repositioning and removing fat and excess tissue to create a youthful appearance.

Facelift surgeries are considered cosmetic and restorative surgeries. Consequently, they will not change your appearance completely or stop the aging process. Additionally, facelifts cannot treat skin deformities caused by sun damage. However, they can significantly refine your appearance and make it look younger.

These surgeries are custom and unique to each person’s face. During a facelift procedure, the neck is also worked on. There are different kinds of facelift surgeries. They include traditional facelift, deep plane facelift, mid-facelift, mini facelift, and cutaneous facelift.

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Our Facelift Techniques

To give you a natural-looking result, we employ certain facelift techniques, such as the endoscopic method and the deep plane facelift. The goal of facelifts is to achieve a youthful appearance without extra scars.

Deep Plane Facelift Technique

A facelift can also be performed using the deep plane technique. The phrase “deep plane” refers to the anatomic space between the muscle and the SMAS. The deep plane facelift procedure focuses on releasing and moving fat and muscles rather than tugging at the skin layer. The underlying facial muscles and deeper tissues are targeted. Consequently, the surgery gives a more natural look than other facelift techniques.

The deep plane facelift is considered one of the most advanced facelift techniques because it directly targets the areas where aging begins, deep in the facial structure. Instead of pulling the skin, this technique releases and repositions the ligaments, muscles, and fat pads that have shifted over time. This allows for noticeable rejuvenation in areas like the nasolabial folds and cheeks. Many patients choose the deep plane method because it offers a natural, expressive result, particularly suited for those seeking a more youthful appearance without a tightened look.

SMAS Facelift

The SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) facelift is a widely used technique that targets deeper layers of facial tissue for longer-lasting and more natural results. In this method, the surgeon lifts and repositions not just the skin but also the SMAS layer, which lies beneath the skin and subcutaneous fat. The SMAS facelift addresses sagging in the midface, jawline, and neck more effectively than skin-only facelifts by tightening and reshaping this foundational layer. It offers a balanced, rejuvenated look while avoiding the overly tight or pulled appearance.

The SMAS facelift goes beyond tightening the surface of the skin by working with the deeper muscular layer responsible for facial shape. By lifting and adjusting this layer, the surgeon can restore natural contours around the cheeks and jawline without overly stretching the skin. This method is especially effective for reducing jowls and sagging in the midface. Because it strengthens the foundation of the face, patients often enjoy results that look refreshed rather than operated on, with improvements that can last many years.

Traditional Facelift

A traditional facelift is ideal for individuals with significant sagging skin and deeper facial folds. During this surgery, the surgeon carefully lifts the skin to reach the underlying muscles and supportive tissues. By repositioning these deeper structures, the face regains a firmer, more youthful contour. This approach is comprehensive, addressing multiple areas at once, such as the cheeks, jawline, and neck. Although recovery may take longer than other methods, it delivers dramatic and long-lasting improvement in facial aging.

A traditional facelift requires a surgeon to make incisions around your hairline, ears, and below your chin. The surgeon separates your facial skin from the underlying tissues during the procedure. The sagging skin will be removed from the face and neck (via a neck lift). Afterward, the surgeon tightens the muscles and other supporting structures in your face and neck.

Mini Facelift

A mini facelift is a cosmetic surgical procedure designed to improve signs of aging via a less invasive technique. Performed under light anesthesia, this procedure involves making smaller incisions in the hairline and around the ears to tighten the skin and superficial layers. The underlying muscles and neck are usually partially improved. The main focus of a mini facelift is the lower portion of the face, such as the jowls and neck. The recovery time is shorter compared to a full facelift, but the results are also less dramatic.

A mini facelift is an excellent option for individuals in the early stages of facial aging who want subtle improvement without the downtime of major surgery. By using shorter incisions, the surgeon gently lifts the lower face to reduce mild sagging and soften the beginnings of jowls. While it does not address more advanced issues in the neck or midface, it offers a refreshed appearance with faster healing. This approach is often chosen by patients looking for enhancement with minimal interruption to their daily routine.

Non-Surgical Facelift

If you do not want to go through the invasive nature of surgical facelifts, you could consider the non-surgical option. This surgical technique uses a blend of minimally invasive and nonsurgical procedures. Unlike a surgical procedure, a nonsurgical facelift does not require anesthesia, large incisions, or hospitalization, and you can leave almost immediately after. It may include:

Dermal fillers
Botox

Fat injections
Needleless treatments

A nonsurgical facelift relies on injectables and skin-tightening treatments to restore volume, smooth lines, and enhance facial contours without surgery. Dermal fillers can plump hollow areas, Botox can soften wrinkles, and energy-based therapies can firm the skin. Though the results are temporary and more subtle compared to surgery, this approach is popular for patients who prefer a gradual improvement with no recovery time. It can also be a good introductory option for those considering future surgical procedures.

Facelift Consultation | What to Expect

Before going for a facelift, it is essential to consult with our surgeon. Inform him about previous surgeries you have gone through and any complications that resulted from those operations. Additionally, inform the plastic surgeon about your history of alcohol, smoking, or drug use. Our team will also request medical tests if needed.

Your surgeon will examine your bone structure, face shape, fat distribution, and skin quality. He will also ask you questions about your expectations for facelift surgery. These questions will help you choose the appropriate procedure. Additionally, you will discuss potential facial flaws that facelifts do not address. These flaws may include damage caused by sun exposure.

Getting Ready For Your Facelift Procedure

After the consultation, you may be asked to stop certain medications, including drugs that tend to thin out blood cells. Sometimes, you may be asked to wash your hair and face with a germicidal soap.

The night before the surgery, it is essential for you to stop eating food at midnight. Depending on the instructions of your surgeon, there may be a chance for you to take water and medications approved by the surgeon. Finally, make sure someone is available to take you home after the surgery so that you can rest well.