Face Lift Surgery
A face lift is a cosmetic lift surgery that involves removing excess facial skin, making the face look younger. The aging face develops looser skin, loses skin elasticity, and loses muscle tone and fat.
There are some other procedures which could be needed to achieve the best goals. These include: chin implants, cheek implants, a laser or chemical peel, brow lift, forehead lift, removal of the fat pad within the cheek, autologous fat injection, liposuction, eyelid surgery and a neck lift.
Procedure
The cosmetic lift surgery is started by making an incision in the temporal region. The incision is then extended downward in front of the ear, coming underneath the ear and extending upward behind the ear, and eventually ending in the hairline behind the ear.
The fatty tissues and skin will be lifted from the underlying connective tissue as far as needed to improve the problem with loose skin. The underlying connective tissues may be tightened with stitches, if the plastic surgeon deems necessary.
The next step of the cosmetic lift surgery involves pulling back the skin and removing the excess skin. Stitches and skin staples are used to close the treated area. Sterile bandages are then applied.
Risks
The complications of having a face lift are infrequent, yet some risks can include loss of skin from tissue death, unevenness between the two sides, hair loss surrounding the incision site, a widened scar, temporary loss of muscle function, infection, and bruising.
Recovery
A cosmetic surgery face lift usually achieves its goal of making the face appear more youthful. The results typically last up to ten years. The procedure is performed in an outpatient setting such as a surgical center or surgeon’s office. The pain is minimal and the patient can generally start normal activities within 3-5 days after dressing are removed.
Breast Lift Surgery
Another common cosmetic lift surgery is a breast lift. A breast lift is a complex procedure involving reshaping and raising sagging breasts. It can be performed either with or without breast implant insertion, depending on the patients needs.
Procedure
The breast lift surgery can be performed using either general or local anesthesia, in a hospital or surgical office setting. The first incision is made around the areola, extending above and creating a new position for the nipple.
The second incision involves vertically running the blade from the nipple toward the bottom of the breast. The last incision runs under the breast. These incisions create flaps where excess skin is removed.
Recovery
Because of the soreness, bruising, and swollen area of the breast, a surgical bra has to be worn for several days. Pain is minimal, complications are minimal, and the patient can resume normal activities within a week.