subject: Facelift Surgery 101 - The Information You Should Know [print this page] Facelift surgery, or rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic surgery procedure that is designed to reduce the appearance of facial wrinkles, skin sagging, and other signs of age. For many, having a full or mini facelift is a boost to their self esteem. That said, facelift surgery can be very taxing on the body, and it is not something that should be taken lightly. As is with any cosmetic procedure, patients are best served researching, and learning all they can about facelift before committing to it.
Many patients opt to have a lower facelift. The lower facelift tightens the underlying structures of the bottom part of the face by getting rid of excess skin and smoothing wrinkles. This improves the appearance of the jaw line, jowls, neck, and mouth.
Opting for a full facelift means you will be addressing the lower and mid face, along with the brow area. Not all patients require a full face lift. This requires the brow to be lifted toward the scalp to smooth wrinkles, as well as removal and tightening of excess skin in the mid face and eye area.
The mini facelift, or weekend facelift, is a quicker, less invasive procedure than the full facelift. Areas like the neck and mid face are tightened using smaller incisions , which means less recovery time. Mini facelift surgery is most appropriate for those who are just beginning to show the signs of aging because it cannot address deep set wrinkles or excessive sagging.
The thread facelift is another type of facelift procedure patients can consider. The thread facelift surgery is less invasive and designed to address minor sagging only. This procedure involves tiny threads being used to pull back excess tissue to lift and smooth the face. The threads are knotted and hidden within the skin. The other appeal of this procedure is the low risk of scarring.
