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The Top 3 Things to Consider Before Undergoing Facelift Surgery

January 27, 2021 admin Leave a comment

Facelift surgery is major surgery, and it is important to know a few things before going into the operating room. Here are the top 3 things to consider before undergoing your facelift surgery.

1. Find Out if You’re a Candidate

Finding out if you are a candidate for facelift surgery is the first step in this process. You may think you are a candidate and are ready for surgery just because you have lax skin in your mid face and jawline. However, there may be a few factors that don’t add up. It is important to understand why you want to undergo this surgery in the first place. Making sure that this decision is up to you and not because someone is forcing you into it is very important. Candidates should also be healthy, non-smoking individuals who have realistic expectations.

2. Choose an Experienced Plastic Surgeon

It is crucial that you choose a surgeon based on his or her experience, knowledge, and training rather than the cost of the procedure. Dr. D’Souza is a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in facial aesthetic surgery. He is meticulous in his craft and provides unmatched care and attention to each patient he sees. Dr. D’Souza completed his general surgery and plastic surgery residency training at two premier training programs in the country: the University of Nebraska and the University of California, San Diego. In addition to his residency training, Dr. D’Souza electively chose to further his education and hone in on certain aesthetic skills by completing his aesthetic surgery fellowship at the Cleveland Clinic. With his knowledge, experience, and bedside manner, Dr. D’Souza at Iconic Plastic Surgery will take excellent care and provide a great surgical experience.

3. Know What to Expect

During your facelift surgery, you will be in an operating room and given anesthesia to make you as comfortable as possible. The incisions will be placed discreetly in the hairline and behind the ears, and the tissues will be lifted, tightened, and then the incisions will be closed. After your surgery, you can expect swelling and bruising for up to two weeks. Most patients can continue their normal household duties a few days after their surgery, but other, more strenuous, activities should be avoided for a few weeks, until you are cleared by Dr. D’Souza. Typical facelift surgery results can last about five to 10 years with a proper skin care routine.

What if It’s Not for Me?

Facelift surgery may not be for you, and that’s ok! There are plenty of other non-surgical options that can provide you with similar results to facelift surgery. Injectable fillers like BOTOX® Cosmetic, JUVÉDERM®, and Restylane® are great options if you are not a candidate for facelift surgery.

Call Iconic Plastic Surgery at 760-637-5288 to schedule your consultation with Dr. D’Souza, or you can fill out our online contact form.

Should I Undergo Facelift Surgery?

January 8, 2021 admin Leave a comment

As people age, they experience physical changes, like sagging skin, wrinkles, and loss of volume. All of these changes are common and part of the natural aging process. There are different options to postpone the aging process, like injectable fillers and makeup, but those can only do so much. Facelift surgery is another option to reverse the signs of aging and rejuvenate your facial appearance.

What Is Facelift Surgery?

Facelift surgery is a surgical procedure that tightens the underlying facial tissues and removes excess skin, which results in a smooth, wrinkle-free facial aesthetic. During your facelift procedure, incisions are made in the hairline and behind the ears, so they are as discreet as possible, and the underlying tissues are tightened. Facelift surgery can address areas such as the midface, marionette lines, jowls, and the neck.

Combination Procedures

Depending on the facial aesthetic you want to achieve, Dr. D’Souza can combine many different procedures with your facelift surgery to help you achieve your goals. A neck lift is the most commonly combined procedure, since the face and neck often go hand-in-hand with one another. It is important to treat the whole appearance, rather than just some aspects of the upper body. Other combination procedures include:

Schedule a Consultation

It is important that you schedule a consultation with Dr. D’Souza at Iconic Plastic Surgery to discuss your facial goals and decide what option might be the best one for you. Facelift surgery is a major decision, and it is important that you are in the right mindset, in good health, and have realistic expectations before going through with any procedure.

Contact us online or by calling 760-637-5288 to set up your consultation at Iconic Plastic Surgery!

How to Enhance Your Facelift for Optimal Results

June 18, 2020 admin Leave a comment

The natural aging process, environmental stressors, gravity, and lifestyle choices can cause the skin and tissues of your face to begin to sag, which in turn causes wrinkles, jowls, loss of jawline definition, and other aesthetic concerns.

What Is a Facelift?

Facelift surgery is performed to lift sagging tissues in the midface and remove excess skin. An incision is typically made along the hairline in front of and behind the ear. The underlying fat, muscles, and other tissues are lifted, and then the skin is pulled taut. Facelift surgery is an excellent way to address cosmetic issues in the lower two-thirds of the face. However, the upper face can also show signs of aging that cannot be corrected with a facelift. Luckily, there are other procedures that can be combined with your facelift for overall facial rejuvenation.

The Eyes and Brows

For patients who have horizontal forehead lines, sagging brows, or other signs of aging around the eyes, there are two procedures that can be performed. Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, can be done on the upper lids, lower lids, or both. The incisions can be hidden in the crease of the eyelids. Under-eye bags and sagging upper eyelids can both be addressed by this procedure. A brow lift can be performed to lift sagging brows and smooth forehead lines.

Balance Your New Appearance

While many people pay attention to the signs of aging on their face, the neck is also an important area. Neglecting the appearance of the neck can cause an unbalanced aesthetic. Neck lift surgery is often combined with a facelift to avoid this issue.

If the contour of your face is imbalanced due to a receding chin, you may wish to have a chin implant inserted. These solid silicone implants can help augment the shape of the chin, giving you a more defined jawline and facial structure.

Non-Surgical Solutions

Some patients may not need to add another surgery to their treatment plan, but they may still wish to add another treatment. Fat grafting can be performed to restore volume to areas that have begun to look hollow, such as the cheeks or the temples. Fat is removed from one area of the body, such as the abdomen or thighs, using liposuction. The fat is then purified and injected into the treatment site. This is a natural way of restoring volume, so there is no risk of an allergic reaction.

If skin texture is a concern, laser resurfacing may be a good option. Concentrated light energy is used to remove the damaged outer layers of tissue, revealing healthy skin underneath and encouraging the production of collagen. This treatment can help enhance your newly rejuvenated appearance.

If you are interested in a facelift or other procedures, contact Iconic Plastic Surgery by calling 760.637.5288 or by filling out our online contact form.

Your Guide to Facelift Surgery

February 4, 2020 admin Leave a comment

As you age, you may notice that the skin, muscles, and other tissues on your face begin to droop and sag due to the effects of aging and gravity. While there are some preventative measures and non-surgical remedies you can utilize to maintain or restore your youthful appearance, eventually, a surgical solution may be needed. Facelift surgery is an excellent way to elevate the tissues in the lower two-thirds of the face, giving you a refreshed, rejuvenated look.

Is a Facelift Right for Me?

If you are in good health, are concerned about signs of aging, and are willing to have surgery, a facelift may be a good option for you. Issues that can be addressed by facelift surgery include:

Marionette lines (lines from the corners of the mouth to the chin)
Jowls
Deep nasolabial folds
Sagging cheeks

Dr. D’Souza can evaluate your candidacy during a private consultation. He will examine your face and neck to develop a surgical plan that will give you the results you are looking for.

How Does Facelift Surgery Work?

The first step of your facelift surgery involves the administration of anesthesia. Local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia may be used. Incisions will be made at your temples and down and around the ears into the hairline. Dr. D’Souza will lift and adjust the underlying tissues and muscles one layer at a time. Your skin will then be pulled taut, and any excess will be removed. Once these steps are completed, the incisions will be closed using sutures.

What Will My Recovery Be Like?

Your face will be sore and bruised immediately after your surgery, and your incisions may be wrapped in bandages to apply gentle pressure and minimize swelling. The discomfort should begin to resolve within about 48 hours, but you should sleep with your head elevated for about 14 days. Most patients are also able to go back to work after two weeks. Cool compresses and oral medications can be used to help with any pain. Dr. D’Souza will provide you with specific aftercare instructions that should be followed closely to help achieve the best results possible.

Can I Undergo Another Procedure at the Same Time?

Yes! In many cases, another procedure is recommended to help maintain the balance and harmony of the patient’s facial features. Because a facelift only addresses the lower two-thirds of the face, brow lift surgery may be performed to smooth the forehead and lift sagging brows. The incisions for this procedure are made over the crown of the head within the hairline. Neck lift surgery can also be performed to repair loose neck muscles and remove excess skin. The incision for this procedure is typically made on the underside of the chin.

How Long Will My Results Last?

Your face will continue to age naturally, but you can expect your results to last for five to 10 years. During this time, you will still experience the natural aging process, but it will always look younger than if you had not had surgery in the first place. Sun protection and other healthy lifestyle choices can help maintain your results, and non-surgical treatments may also be used if you desire.

For more information, or to schedule a consultation, contact Iconic Plastic Surgery online or give us a call at 760.637.5288!

The Top 3 Things to Consider Before Undergoing Facelift Surgery

Category Archives: Facelift

The Top 3 Things to Consider Before Undergoing Facelift Surgery

1. Find Out if You’re a Candidate

2. Choose an Experienced Plastic Surgeon

3. Know What to Expect

What if It’s Not for Me?

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Should I Undergo Facelift Surgery?

What Is Facelift Surgery?

Combination Procedures

Schedule a Consultation

How to Enhance Your Facelift for Optimal Results

What Is a Facelift?

The Eyes and Brows

Balance Your New Appearance

Non-Surgical Solutions

Your Guide to Facelift Surgery

Is a Facelift Right for Me?

How Does Facelift Surgery Work?

What Will My Recovery Be Like?

Can I Undergo Another Procedure at the Same Time?

How Long Will My Results Last?