Difference between a mini-facelift and a mid-facelift?
Question: What is the difference between a mini-facelift and a mid-facelift? Answer: There are several differences between a mini-facelift and a mid-facelift. The mini-facelift is also known as a MACS-lift or minimal access cranial suspension lift. This particular facelift is used to address the lower face, specifically the jowls in individuals with moderate lower face […]
Ive been interested in getting a midface lift
Question:Ive been interested in getting a midface lift for some time so when I went in for a consult I was distressed at what I heard. The surgeon told me that my weak features would make for disappointing results from a midface lift. Why is this? Answer:It would be difficult for me to comment on […]
Ive been looking into the option of a midface lift
Question:Ive been looking into the option of a midface lift to make my face look young once again. Im a 47-year-old woman so I dont really want to get a full facelift at this point. I know there are many different types of midface lifts. What are the most common types? Answer:You are correct in […]
When I went in for a consultation
Question:When I went in for a consultation, the surgeon I talked to recommended a mid-face lift. Since I didnt know much about it I did some research, but Im still pretty confused. Is a mid-face lift the same as a cheek lift? Answer:A mid-face lift is in fact similar to a cheek lift. The mid-face […]
Im 38, female, and Im getting ready to go ahead with a midface
Question: Im 38, female, and Im getting ready to go ahead with a midface lift. My only concern at this point is the anesthesia. When I had my rhinoplasty they put me under twilight sedation, which I didnt like. Is a midface lift done with general anesthetic or twilight sedation? Answer: A mid-face lift can […]
I am having a midface lift to brighten up the area around
Question:I am having a midface lift to brighten up the area around my eyes and hopefully shave a few years off to boot! My skin tone is also a problem and I have considered a chemical peel to even it out. Should I couple my chemical peel with my facelift or is it better to […]
My face looks like I have lost a lot of weight
Question: My face looks like I have lost a lot of weight but this is not the case. It looks like my cheeks are sinking down into my chin. Do you recommend a mid-facelift for droopy cheeks? Answer: The area that you are referring to sounds like it may be your jowls that are beginning […]