Facelift

A facelift is a surgical procedure that can restore a smoother, tighter, more youthful-looking appearance across the face and neck. It can combat concerns such as sagging skin, weakened facial muscles, descending fat, and more, allowing you to achieve a naturally refreshed look that can be enjoyed for years to come.

Dr. Oliver Chang is a double board-certified plastic and general surgeon at OC Plastic Surgery. Dr. Chang has helped countless patients across both the East and West Coasts transform their appearance, and with this experience, he has received national recognition for his seamless results, precise techniques, and dedication to patient safety and care.

To meet with Dr. Chang and start discussing your procedure, please contact us online. You may also reach our Miami office directly by calling (786) 254-3975.

About Facelifts

A facelift, or a rhytidectomy, is a facial rejuvenation procedure that tightens, lifts, and repositions your facial fat, soft tissues, skin, and muscles. ⁽¹⁾

Over time, several internal changes and external factors, such as aging or ultraviolet radiation, can affect the appearance and composition of your facial skin and tissues. Your skin can develop wrinkles and creases, your soft tissues and fat can start to descend, and your facial muscles can become weak and lax. While these effects are naturally occurring, they can create a constantly tired or weathered appearance. With a facelift, you can address each of these concerns and restore an appearance that feels more true and authentic to you.

Available Types of Facelift

Dr. Chang offers several different types of facelifting procedures. Each provides its own stunning results and corrects different concerns in varying regions of the face. During your personal consultation, Dr. Chang will determine which facelift variation will be the most effective for you.

Deep Plane Facelifts

A deep plane facelift is a variation of the traditional facelift that can address the deeper, underlying layers of your facial tissue to improve the appearance of and rejuvenate the midface and lower face. This approach lifts the SMAS layer of tissue, the composite skin, and the fascia beneath it as one unit, resulting in smoother, more natural-looking results. ⁽²⁾

Endoscopic Brow Lift

The endoscopic brow lift is a surgical procedure that can address visible aging concerns in the upper third of the face. ⁽³⁾ Dr. Chang is one of only a few surgeons in the area to offer this technique. This method uses endoscopic tools, which are specialized surgical instruments connected to thin tubes. These tools make the surgery minimally invasive and “scarless.” Because the incisions are significantly smaller and hide in the hairline and behind the ear, Dr. Chang can release and lift your underlying facial tissues and muscles, leaving you looking more well-rested and relaxed through much smaller access points.

Endoscopic Midface Lift

The endoscopic midface lift uses endoscopic tools to correct concerns affecting your cheeks, cheekbones, and nasolabial area in a minimally invasive, “scarless” manner. ⁽⁴⁾ Dr. Chang can use these tools to reposition your malar fat and elevate your midfacial tissues to restore a more contoured and youthful look.

Endoscopic Lower Facelift

The endoscopic lower facelift is a unique procedure that few surgeons in the country offer. This facelift variation uses endoscopic tools to not only lift and tighten the superficial tissues and structures in the lower third of your face, but also the deeper, underlying ones. Dr. Chang can perform this procedure to address areas such as the jawline, chin, and neck without creating significant scarring, as it can correct concerns such as jowling, deepening marionette lines, or an overall loss of youthful facial aesthetics.

Facial Fat Grafting

In many facelift cases, Dr. Chang incorporates facial fat grafting. This technique harvests fat from another donor site on the body, usually the arms, thighs, abdomen, or flanks, processes it to a pure state, and then carefully replaces it in the face. Dr. Chang often uses nanofat, the most refined and smallest particle size that is rich in stem cells and growth factors, to enhance the glow of the skin. Or, he will use micro or mili (medium-sized and largest particles, respectively) to optimize structural enhancements. In all cases, Dr. Chang uses extreme precision to carefully, evenly layer fat to deliver ideal results.

Candidates

You may be an ideal candidate for a facelift if you are interested in restoring a more refreshed, youthful-looking appearance across the face. Each type of facelift Dr. Chang offers focuses on improving a different concern, such as:

To qualify for your procedure, you should be in good general health without any underlying medical conditions that may affect your recovery. You should hold realistic expectations regarding your results and lead a nicotine-free life. Dr. Chang will finalize your candidacy during your personal consultation.

Personal Consultation

During your personal consultation, Dr. Chang will meet with you individually to discuss your facelift options, assess your candidacy, and create a treatment plan. You should prepare to talk about your medical history, personal concerns, and aesthetic goals. Dr. Chang will also examine your facial anatomy and skin condition.

Dr. Chang will use his findings to create a solution exclusively for you. He will determine the most appropriate type of facelift, which surgical approach to use, and what corrections he will make. As he does this, he will explain everything to ensure you have a full understanding of his process and what you can expect. He will also take the time to answer any questions you may have, as we want this experience to be both informative and empowering.

If you are ready to schedule this consultation, please request a consultation online or call (786) 254-3975 to reach our Miami office.

Preparation

Once you have scheduled your facelift, you will need to abide by a few key preparations. Dr. Chang may direct you to:

Dr. Chang believes that the best way to optimize results is by starting with good health and an active lifestyle and sustaining these changes post-operatively. You should be maintaining a balanced diet, staying hydrated, and getting regular exercise both entering your procedure and as soon as you are able to after your recovery. Dr. Chang may also recommend undergoing additional treatments for your benefit, such as LED light therapies or oxygen treatments. Even though Dr. Chang is only addressing facial concerns, it is still crucial that you take care of your body and health as a whole.

Procedure

Dr. Chang will perform your facelift on an outpatient basis at his surgical center. He will first meet with you to reconfirm each detail before cleansing your skin. You will then receive anesthesia.

Dr. Chang will place an incision around the ears to access your underlying facial tissues and structures. He will hide the incisions within your hairline to naturally conceal them as they fade into invisibility. Through these incisions, he will perform each of your desired corrections. They will vary depending on the type of facelift you receive and the severity of your concerns, but you can expect him to remove your excess skin and tissue, tighten any lax muscles, and remove or reposition your facial fat. After addressing structural concerns and excising redundant tissue, Dr. Chang will place new fat to rejuvenate skin texture and volume, if necessary.

Once Dr. Chang has performed each of your desired corrections, he will carefully suture each incision and allow you to rest.

Recovery

Recovering from a facelift is a process that takes time and care. Throughout your initial recovery phase, it is common to experience some swelling, bruising, or tenderness. These effects will dissipate on their own, but you may additionally manage them with prescribed medications, a cold compress, and resting with your head elevated.

You may return to your career and lighter activities after approximately one to two weeks. However, you will need to continue refraining from anything strenuous or arduous until Dr. Chang has cleared you to return. He may also recommend certain post-operative treatments to promote a quicker recovery, such as LED red light therapy or oxygen treatments.

Dr. Chang will provide you with a full set of written instructions when he meets with you in-person. By following each one, you can ensure a quicker, safer return to your routine.

Results

The results of your facelift will become more apparent as any residual swelling subsides. They will vary depending on the type of facelift you undergo, but you can expect to experience tighter and smoother skin, more rejuvenated facial contours, improved proportions, and elevated facial symmetry—all of which can restore a more youthful-looking appearance.

Facelift procedures yield long-lasting results, with effects that you can enjoy for up to a decade. To best preserve them, Dr. Chang recommends making healthy lifestyle choices. These include regularly exercising, eating healthily, or potentially taking peptides.

Cost of Facelifts in Miami, Florida

Each facelift will vary in price, as Dr. Chang tailors each treatment plan according to the needs and anatomy of his patients. When he meets with you in person to discuss the details of your procedure, he will then discuss your financial obligations. Dr. Chang additionally offers financing for those interested.

If you are interested in learning more about our pricing, please contact us online or call (786) 254-3975.

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References

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