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Enter the S-Lift
The S-Lift is a mini-facelift that provides
an overall lift to your neck and the lower
third of your face. Compared to a traditional
facelift, it is a quicker operation with fewer
complications and a much faster recovery. The
S-Lift is particularly well suited for
middle-aged and younger patients and can make
a dramatic change in the way you look by
tightening sagging muscles and skin of the
cheeks, chin and neck.
An S-Lift is performed using tumescent
local anesthesia and may be combined with
facial and neck liposuction. Results from your
S-Lift can be further enhanced with subsequent
laser resurfacing to smooth wrinkles and
provide greater skin contraction.
The best candidates for an S-Lift are men
and women that:
- are in good health.
- are typically between 30 to 60 years
old.
- have mild to moderate lower facial
and/or neck laxity.
- have realistic expectations.
- want to stay ahead of the aging process.
The Procedure
An S-Lift procedure may be performed in
your doctor's office or in an outpatient
surgical facility. Pre-medication is generally
recommended to relax the patient. An S-Lift is
performed using a special anesthetic solution,
which is injected in the area forward of the
ears. This fluid gently lifts the skin from
the underlying tissue.
Operating on one side of your face at a
time, your surgeon excises a narrow "S"
shaped section of skin from the area forward
of your ear. The skin is lifted and the
surgeon tightens and repositions the
underlying muscles and tissues. Excess fat is
removed. The opening is closed using fine
sutures. The procedure normally takes less
than 2 hours.
What are the benefits of an S-Lift
procedure
- A natural look
- Quicker recovery time
- Minimal complication risk
- Minimal scars
- No hair loss
Are the results permanent?
Following surgery, the normal aging process
resumes. Your lifestyle choices, bone
structure, skin type, sun exposure and
heredity all play a part in determining how
many years can be removed by an S-Lift and for
how long. In general, younger patients enjoy
longer-lasting results.
Is an S-Lift for you?
If your excess or lax facial or neck skin
is bothering you, an S-Lift may be your
answer.
Your doctor can help you decide the best
treatment to obtain your desired results.
How will I look after surgery?
The changes following your S-Lift can be
dramatic, as illustrated in the photographs
above. The use of smaller instruments and
fluid to separate the skin from underlying
tissue results in an almost bloodless
procedure.
After your procedure, you will go home and
rest for at least 24 hours. There may be some
minor bruising and swelling for a day or two.
You will wear a small bandage over the
incision site for the next two to three days.
Mild pain relievers may be needed. After that,
you may take a shower and wash your hair. Men
may shave their face. Sutures will be removed
after 6-7 days. Direct sun should be avoided
for several weeks. Most of our S-Lift patients
resume normal activities after 4 to 5 days,
some choose to return to work immediately.
Our S-Lift patients love the fact that
after their S-Lift they don't look like they
had surgery. They just look great and years
younger.
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