Face and neck rejuvenation

Facial aging is an inevitable process and is characterized by volume loss, skin laxity, and surface damage. Volume loss is caused by the natural degradation of fat and bone as we age. Skin laxity is often a product of the natural slowing of collagen production combined with gravity taking its toll and forcing our fat pads to sag. Surface damage can be caused by sun exposure, acne, and free radicals. While medical grade skin care products and cosmetic fillers and injectables can help, most patients reach a point where surgical intervention will provide the best results.

Many patients don't realize that the laxity of the neck, often referred to as the "turkey neck" is actually treated with a full facelift. The full SMAS facelift is a surgical procedure in which the deep underlying tissue of the face, as well as the skin, is repositioned and tightened. By repositioning the deep tissue (the SMAS), the jowls are lifted, the neck is tightened, and the cheeks are elevated. A successful facelift will leave a patient with a soft, natural result that includes smoother skin, a tighter neck with a sharper angle, and lifted cheeks and mid-face.

A facelift's incisions are hidden within the hairline and angles of the ear, leaving a patient with no noticeable scars. Sutures are removed at one week post-op. Limited activity is required until full recovery is reached at six weeks post-op. When performed correctly, this procedure can take 10-15 years off a patient's face, and the results can last up to 10 years.

Book a facelift this month at Owsley Plastic Surgery and be entered to win a complimentary post-op makeover that includes Dysport treatment, facial mask, and professional makeup application! Call now to set up your complimentary consultation: (208) 664-0165.