When your aging is too advanced for dermal fillers alone but not significant enough for a surgical facelift, it can feel like there isn’t a good option for restoring a more youthful appearance. Don’t give up yet. A mini-facelift with Dr. Brian Machida is the perfect solution for this middle zone.
What Is a Mini-Facelift?
Aging happens gradually. Many patients start to see signs of aging in their lower face, often along the jawline and in the cheeks. At first, this aging will be mild, significant enough to bother many patients but not pronounced enough for a facelift.
Enter the mini-facelift.
A mini-lift was designed to target the early signs of aging in the mid and lower face. This procedure firms and tightens sagging skin and facial muscles with a less invasive method that is ideal for younger patients. It is a more cost-effective and lower downtime alternative that is ideal for mild to moderate facial aging.
How is a Mini-Facelift Different Than a Full Facelift?
- Less Invasive – Patients can expect less bruising, swelling, and tenderness than with a full facelift.
- Local Anesthesia – Performed using safer local anesthesia rather than general anesthesia
- Short Procedure – A mini-lift can often be completed in under an hour
- Fewer Scars – Incisions are more subtle and hidden than with a full, traditional facelift
- Less Downtime – Many patients can return to work in just a few days
If you’re not ready for a full facelift but desire significant rejuvenation of the mid and lower face, a mini-facelift may be the procedure you’re seeking. A mini-lift can be combined with other facial treatments like fillers, BOTOX®, and laser skin resurfacing to enhance its rejuvenating results.
The Limitations of a Mini-Lift
A mini-facelift is ideal for many patients, but it isn’t always the best fit. Patients with significant aging will benefit from the more extensive skin removal of a traditional facelift. Since a mini-lift is less invasive than a full facelift, it cannot procedure the same dramatic results.
A mini-lift cannot:
- Address fullness and sagging under the chin
- Remove significant loose skin
A mini-lift can:
- Improve jowls, marionette lines, and nasolabial folds
- Soften the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in the mid and lower face
- Provide a natural-looking refresh to your facial appearance
- Firm and tighten skin and facial muscles
A mini-facelift is ideal for men or women in their late 30s to 40s. Dr. Machida can help you determine if you’re a good candidate for this transformative procedure.
Learn More About a Mini-Facelift at STC Plastic Surgery
If you’re interested in a mini-facelift in the Inland Empire, reach out to STC Plastic Surgery to learn more. Dr. Machida is a double board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in facial surgery. His advanced techniques can significantly reduce downtime while creating a natural-looking result. Contact us to learn more or to schedule a consultation.