Anti Aging–Part Four

In this final segment of our four-part blog, we discuss face lifts, as surgical procedure designed to eliminate wrinkles, jowls and sagging skin.

Facelifts and Mini Lifts

A facelift is surgery that removes excess skin and tightens the tissue around the facial muscles. Sometimes liposuction is also employed to remove excess fat. The operation takes 3-5 hours, and face lift incisions are typically hidden around the ear. There may be a small incision beneath the chin if contouring of the chin is required. While there can be some bruising and swelling from the procedure, most patients have minimal pain or discomfort and are well healed after about two weeks. While facelifts have become fairly common it is still major surgery. Only have a facelift performed by a board certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in this area.

The mini facelift is a good option for aging skin with mild soft tissue laxity that doesn’t require a full facelift. Different options are available, including Reveal® a non-surgical mini lift developed by Dr. M. Azhar Ali of Amae Plastic Surgery.

Anti-Aging – Part Three

In this third of our four-part blog, we discuss facial treatments, another effective product in the arsenal against the aging of skin. Facials not only reinvigorate the skin and help to replace lost collagen, they can also help people with chronic skin conditions like acne, oily or dry skin.

Anti-Aging Products: Facials, Peels and Masks

These products are very effective for de-stressing and deep cleaning the skin. A good peel or facial also reduces the signs of aging by stimulating collagen production, detoxing the skin and softening lines and wrinkles. Many times facials, peels and masks are done in conjunction with one another during a single visit for maximum effect and healing. Your Aesthetician can help you determine which procedure, or combination of procedures will give you the best results.

Next: Face Lifts and Mini Lifts

Anti-Aging – Part Two

In this second of our four-part blog, we discuss dermal fillers as an option for fighting the effects of aging on skin.

Anti-Aging Products: Dermal Fillers (a.k.a. Injectables and Liquid Facelifts)

One way to minimize fine lines and wrinkles is to inject dermal fillers into the areas of the face where wrinkles are prevalent. These typically are the forehead and around the mouth. Dermal fillers replace lost volume and smooth away moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds. Unlike a face-lift, which pulls the skin taut, volumizing plumps up the skin, restoring youthful contours to the face, resulting in a more natural look. Some injectibles also replace lost collagen, providing longer-term results. Fillers and injectables include SculptraAesthetic® and Juvederm®, among many others. Much like creams and serums, there are different solutions for differing types of skin, so discuss your options with your Aesthetician.