New Jersey Facelift Surgery
In this hurried world, we often don't notice the subtle changes on our faces that conspire to make us look older until one day, seemingly all of a sudden, our faces look tired and worn out. Throughout your life, the sun's radiation, stress, gravity, and other factors cause the skin to sag and fit more loosely. Areas of the face and neck, particularly around the jaw line, are highly likely to show aging. While medical spa services may begin to help you turn back time, you might need a more comprehensive surgical approach to restore your youthful appearance.
Facelift (or rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure designed to smooth and firm facial skin. The surgery involves contraction and realignment of facial and neck skin, and in some instances the removal of excess fat deposits. A facelift is often performed in combination with other facial cosmetic procedures, such as an eyelid lift, and is an option any time signs of aging begin to appear, though patients generally are in their forties or older when they elect to undergo this procedure.
To learn more, call 856.872.4158 to schedule an appointment to discuss facelift plastic surgery with New Jersey cosmetic surgeon Dr. Sorokin, a board-certified plastic surgery specialist at Delaware Valley Plastic Surgery. The office is a short drive from many towns, including Marlton, Berlin, Mt. Laurel, and Medford, New Jersey. Plastic surgery options including facelift give patients a broad array of surgical solutions to fight the signs of aging. Set up an appointment with Dr. Sorokin today.
Reasons for Considering a Facelift in New Jersey
There are a wide variety of reasons why a facelift may be a great choice for you. The procedure is used to:
- Rejuvenate sagging skin and facial muscles
- Remove excess skin and fat on the face and neck
- Lift a sagging jaw line
- Minimize crease lines along the nose, mouth, and chin
The Facelift Procedure
Dr. Sorokin begins most facelifts by making small incisions just inside the hairline, following the contour in front of the ear, and continuing under the earlobe to the backside of the ear and the lower scalp. Tissue and fat deposits are separated, the skin is stretched and tightened, and any excess skin is removed. If the neck line requires attention, Dr. Sorokin makes an additional incision under the chin and similar techniques are used to firm this skin. Minuscule stitches are used to close the incisions and reduce the chance of scarring. In some cases, Dr. Sorokin inserts metal clips or staples along the hairline.
A facelift is an intricate procedure that may take several hours or longer depending on whether other cosmetic procedures are completed at the same time. Because there are several different facelift techniques that can be employed, it is best that patients discuss with Dr. Sorokin during the consultation which method will be most suitable for them.
Recovery Following Your New Jersey Facelift
Immediately after surgery, Dr. Sorokin will fit your face with bandages in order to decrease recovery time and reduce swelling. Dr. Sorokin instructs his facelift patients to get plenty of rest and limit their movement for at least a few days following the procedure. In almost all cases, the discomfort you feel will be well-controlled with over-the-counter medication.
Stitches, clips, or staples that have been inserted normally are removed within a week. You will notice a fair amount of swelling and bruising after the surgery, but this usually subsides in seven to 14 days, and around this time you should be able to return to your worksite in the Philadelphia or New Jersey area. Cosmetic surgeons like Dr. Sorokin tend to find that the full, dramatic results of a facelift may not be seen until all swelling has subsided and the facial skin has adjusted to its new position. The full healing process can take between two to three months, though in the meantime you will still look very presentable and have an improved appearance.
By employing his extensive training and experience performing facelift plastic surgery, New Jersey cosmetic surgeon Dr. Sorokin is able to freshen your facial appearance and restore the smooth skin you enjoyed in your youth. Schedule a consultation today at our office in Cherry Hill, New Jersey to discuss facelifts in detail, or call us at 856.872.4158 to set up an appointment.
