The five alternatives to facelift surgery I utilize in my office are Thermage, Ultherapy, Thread lifting, Fillers, and two “Mini Surgery” procedures consisting of 3-D volume restoration and re-contouring using fat transfer and lower eyelid fat bag removal using transconjunctival approach.
Ultherapy is the ultrasound non-surgical lifting procedure, and has been a trusted go-to option for tighter, better fitting skin.
Formally known as the Double C Plication technique, the Natural Facelift involves a gradual tightening of the muscle layers to prevent an artificial “pulled” look while still resulting in stunning, age-defying results.
The SMAS facelift is targeted towards the correction of the internal structure of the facial skin, thus yielding more natural-looking results as compared to the conventional facelift. The results last longer (as long as ten years or more) than those of the traditional facelift.
Ultherapy, which means (Ultrasound Therapy) is a non-invasive and non-surgical treatment used to improve, lift, and tighten loose skin and wrinkles. This is usually done on the face and other parts of the body where loose skin occurs.
A mini facelift involves the placement of incisions in front of the ears which extend from the hairline to the bottom of the earlobe. The surgeon will then gently pull the skin and tissues up and outward the ear. Excess skin and tissue are removed to tighten the appearance of the skin.
The deep plane facelift is generally considered the most comprehensive and long lasting type of facelift. This facelift involves the layer of muscles under your facial skin. These muscles are responsible for much of the drooping or sagging you may experience in your face as you age.
An endoscopic facelift works to tighten and reshape your underlying facial muscles and tissue in order to achieve a more youthful appearance. The procedure targets the upper and the middle third region of the face and is best for improving issues such as: Frown lines between the eyes. Marionette lines. Nasolabial folds.
The procedure is minimally invasive as it involves just having one deep stitch on each side of the head buried in the hair line, with a dissolving skin suture, so the scarring is hidden. This procedure gives a "mini-lift" and is a compromise for those who don't wish to undergo a full standard facelifting operation.
Thread lift is a cosmetic procedure that offers a minimally invasive alternative to facelift surgery. Thread lifts claim to tighten your skin by inserting medical-grade thread material into your face and then “pulling” your skin up by tightening the thread.
Laser resurfacing This is the most effective procedure for tightening loose skin.
Although Botox can be considered a non-invasive alternative to facelift for minor issues like fine lines and wrinkles, it cannot completely replace facelift. Botox cannot remove sagging skin or provide a more permanent solution to wrinkles.
In most cases, a facelift works best for people in their 40s, 50s, and 60s when signs of aging begin to become prevalent. Deep lines, wrinkles, fine lines, and sagging skin are the result of the aging process and can be best corrected through surgical techniques rather than non-surgical ones.
A facelift can absolutely be performed very safely without the use of general anesthesia. I've performed thousands of procedures in an office setting using light sedation and local anesthesia.
How much does a facelift cost? The average cost of a facelift is $8,005, according to 2020 statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons. This average cost is only part of the total price – it does not include anesthesia, operating room facilities or other related expenses.
Generally, a ponytail lift involves incisions made high up on the face – above the front of the ear or beyond the hairline. The facial cosmetic surgeon then pulls the ligaments below the skin to adjust and reduce sagging.
Overall, a mini facelift is considered effective in correcting sagging skin in the lower half of your face. Depending on your overall goals, you may consider additional procedures, such as an eye lift or dermal fillers.
In most cases, a mini facelift will last around ten years easily before another lift is needed. A full facelift can last approximately double that at twenty years. Many patients find that the results last even longer with a few more years for both the mini facelift and full facelift.
Microneedling is a cosmetic procedure. It involves pricking the skin with tiny sterilized needles. The small wounds cause your body to make more collagen and elastin, which heal your skin and help you look younger. You might also hear it called collagen induction therapy.
What Is FaceTite? This is an FDA-approved, minimally invasive treatment that delivers radiofrequency (RF) energy under the skin's surface to melt fat and stimulate collagen production. This tightens the skin from within the dermis.
Ruth L. Hillelson, Morpheus8 is a safe and effective treatment option that utilizes radiofrequency technology to give the face, neck, and body a youthful appearance. Morpheus8 is an ideal treatment option for patients who would like to improve their facial appearance without undergoing laser or surgical procedures.
Jacob D. Steiger, a facial plastic surgeon in Boca Raton, Fla. “But anything you do at home is only going to be treating the skin. You will never get deep enough to be able to fix the ligaments of the face.”