Did you know there are different kinds of facelifts? For most people, the term “Facelift” tends to define when your tired, saggy skin around your face all of a sudden gets tighter, firmer, and oh so glamourous! With so many options out there for different treatments it can quickly become overwhelming as to which facelift would be right for you. For the purpose of time and to refrain from information overload, we are going to make this simple.
First, these three terms are important ones to remember when it comes to cosmetic facial surgery, “upper face, lower face, and midface”. Upper face- Everything from your eyebrow line up to your hair line. Mainly your forehead. Midface- the area that stretches from the corners of your eyes to the corners of your mouth. This includes your cheeks, nose, and the portion above your upper lip. Lower Face- Everything from your corners of your mouth and below. This area will include the jawline, and any laugh lines, also known as nasolabial folds. Lower face can also include the underside of the chin and neck in some cases.
What exactly is the difference between a full, or traditional, facelift as compared to a lower, or mini facelift? A full facelift:
• Addresses the midface and lower face portions, roughly the lower 2/3’s of your face.
• It assists in repositioning tired, sagging facial tissues vertically.
• Eliminated loose skin on the neck while redefining the jawline.
• Corrects central facial fat loss.
• Incisions are created discreetly behind and around the ears.
• Results are long-lasting.
A mini facelift:
• Also known as a short-scar facelift
• Reduces the appearance of minor sagging of skin on the lower face (also chin and neck).
• Incisions are smaller compared to a full facelift.
• Reduced recovery time.
• Typically used on younger patients.
• Minimal tightening of the skin which leads to shorter results.
Contrary to popular belief, a full facelift, much like a mini facelift, does not address any problem areas on the upper face such as age-related changes of sagging eyelids or brow/forehead lines. There are many patients who decide to combine their facelifts, or even mini facelifts, with another procedure such as a brow lift or Botox injections. This can help to round out the full rejuvenated fresh face appearance.
While there are still many different variations of these facial treatments and surgeries, it can certainly become overwhelming quickly. Before spiraling into rabbit holes on Google, it is highly encouraged to talk to a professional cosmetic surgeon. Plastic surgery consultations are a wonderful way to find out which procedures would be best for you. Each person is unique and what may have worked for one person may not be the best course for another. Having a doctor and experienced team working with you can greatly decrease your chances of a botched surgery.
If you are looking for an Orlando facelift, call and schedule an appointment with Plastic Surgery Central Florida today. Our expert team can help in assisting your cosmetic dreams into becoming reality.