The Woodlands Plastic Surgery

facelift

Stress isn’t the only culprit in aging. External factors like sun damage, environmental toxins, lack of sleep, and genetics can effect how your face ages. That’s why choosing the right facial rejuvenation procedure is important to achieve your goals.

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Quick Facts:

Average Procedure Time

4 – 6 Hours

Average Recovery Time

10 – 14 Days

Covered by Insurance

Not Typically

FACELIFT IN THE WOODLANDS, TEXAS

what is a facelift?

Facelifts represent one of the most complex facial cosmetic surgeries there is. With the possible exception of rhinoplasty, no other operation has a greater number of variables and individual differences between patients than a facelift. Because of this, it is essential to choose a surgeon who has a great understanding of the delicacies and intricacies inherent in facelift surgery.

Traditional Facelift

A ‘traditional’ facelift, if there is such a thing, utilizes a well-camouflaged incision to allow for tightening and redraping of the skin and underlying muscle and fascia. The tissue is tightened until the sagging is gone and any loose skin is removed. Sutures are then put in place at the incision site. There are other complementary procedures which are sometimes recommended with a facelift from Dr. Correa, such as fat transfer and neck lift. As a dedicated plastic surgeon, Dr. Correa works extensively on the face and is well-versed in all facelift techniques.

Neck Lift

A neck lift is typically included in a full facelift. Some people desire a neck lift in isolation. The neck is an area that shows aging by an accumulation of fatty tissue and excess skin. An incision is made behind the ear allowing the surgeon to remove any excess fat by using liposuction, or a similar method. If needed, a platysmaplasty is done using a small incision under the chin, which is a procedure that separates the skin from the muscles that run vertically down the neck. This removes the ‘neck cord’ look which develops over time. Finally, the excess skin is removed and sutures are put in place. In some people, a neck lift can be performed alone, but most commonly a facelift and a neck lift will be needed to fully reduce the signs of aging.

Fat Transfer

Fat transfer is a technique that is used to restore lost fullness in the face and hands. Fat is removed from another part of the patient’s body and purified and transferred to where needed. Since the fat comes from the patient’s body, it is well tolerated. Many dermal fillers can produce a similar effect. I often recommend trying a filler first, which is temporary, to see if it accomplishes the desired look. If successful, it is then recommended that you do a fat transfer, which leads to more *long-lasting results. Fat transfer can be done by itself in mild cases of facial aging, but it can also be combined with a facelift to enhance the results.

FACE LIFT THE WOODLANDS

 

post-op care

While it will reduce the signs of aging and give you a more youthful appearance, it will not change your basic appearance or stop the aging process. A successful facelift will achieve balance and proportion restoring a naturally youthful look that enhances confidence and well-being.

Paired with a facelift procedure, we recommend patients receive a customized skin care regimen to improve results in the short and long-term. We want you to receive the best results possible from your facelift and after.
Individual results may vary

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OUR PROCESS

your journey starts here

As some of the The Woodlands best plastic surgeons, Dr. Bryan Correa and Dr. Caroline Clarke perfectly blend their work with total artistic integrity and detailed patient analysis. Instead of simply performing any procedure asked of them, our doctors dedicates extra time and effort to assessing all plastic surgical solutions for each unique patient to achieve their wants, needs, and goals.

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build a plan

We conduct a comprehensive exams to determine the best plastic surgical solution for you.

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