When people hear the word facelift, they imagine that the whole face is lifted and tucked to make you look 10 years younger. While that is true to an extent, it is not completely true. Facelift surgery only focuses on the bottom two-thirds of the face, so if you want to see changes around the eyes, including getting rid of crow’s feet, then you will have to undergo blepharoplasty or use injectable treatments.

What Is Facelift Surgery?

Facelift surgery is a cosmetic procedure that removes excess skin from the face and tightens the underlying facial tissues (SMAS) to create a more youthful facial structure. By lifting the underlying tissues, facelift surgery restores volume in areas where facial wrinkles and sagging skin are present, creating a more youthful aesthetic.

What Is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty, otherwise known as eyelid surgery, is a surgical procedure that improves the appearance of the eyelids by releasing scar tissue and reducing excess skin and fat from the eyelids. Blepharoplasty can be performed on the upper eyelids, the lower eyelids, or both. Over time, skin starts to lose its elasticity, and it begins to sag. This sagging can obstruct a person’s eyesight because the drooping eyelids cover part of the eyeball. Undergoing eyelid surgery can help men and women look and feel rested, refreshed, and more youthful.

What Injectables Help With Wrinkles?

BOTOX® Cosmetic is an injectable filler that temporarily reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. This treatment can help with crow’s feet, forehead lines, 11s (lines between the brows), and more—none of which can be treated by facelift surgery. Some injectable fillers, like the JUVÉDERM® Collection of Fillers, Restylane®, and BELOTERO BALANCE®, are used to fill in fine lines and wrinkles as well as add volume to the sunken areas, like under the eyes. It is important to remember that while these injectables fix the issue, they are only a temporary solution and will need repeat treatments in order to maintain the same result.

Why Should I Combine These Procedures?

By combining your facelift with either blepharoplasty or injectables, you can experience total facial enhancement. You will look more youthful with a fresh face ready to take on whatever comes next!

For more information about facelift surgery, blepharoplasty, or injectables, call Iconic Plastic Surgery today at 760-637-5288 to schedule your consultation or fill out our online contact form