Facelift in Ft. Lauderdale
Turn back the hands of time with a surgical procedure designed to reduce visible signs of aging while providing a natural-looking result that artfully maintains your facial features. When performed by a board-certified surgeon, a facelift has the power to restore a youthful appearance, with results so natural that those close to you are left questioning how you do it.
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Facelift overview
What is a facelift?
A facelift is a surgical procedure that reduces visible signs of aging on the face and neck. No two faces are the same, so the means of rejuvenation will vary from patient to patient. However, facelift procedures aim to reverse the effects of loss of collagen and gravity on the skin, fat, and muscles of the face, helping to restore its youthful contours for a younger, natural, and firmer appearance.
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Am I a good candidate for a facelift?
A facelift is a good option for anyone unhappy with or bothered by sagging skin, deep creases, or loss of facial contours as a result of aging. Individuals at a healthy weight and non-smokers are likely to experience the best results from plastic surgery procedures.
With a facelift, we can address:
Sagging skin
Deep facial wrinkles or folds
‘Jowls’ or sagging, loose skin below the jawline
Loose skin or excess fat on the neck
Loss of facial volume
Skin that appears aged or tired
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Types of facelifts
A facelift should be individually designed to correct each patient’s signs of aging. Facelifts lift and tighten both skin and deeper structures of the face and neck to remove excess skin and tighten muscles, and reposition fat to reduce the appearance of significant sagging and deep wrinkles.
A mid-facelift specifically targets the midsection of the face, particularly the cheeks, providing lift to eliminate sagging.
Dr. Palmer believes that a deep plane facelift will usually provide the best results for most of his patients.
During your initial consultation, Dr. Palmer will offer recommendations that blend decades of expertise with your unique desires to perfectly harmonize your goals with proven surgical techniques, with the goal always being to deliver a natural-looking result.
Depending on your desired outcome, the pairing of blepharoplasty, or a brow or neck lift may be recommended.
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What to expect before and during your facelift procedure
During your private consultation with Dr. Palmer, he will finalize your treatment plan and discuss questions or concerns with you. This is also when medically necessary tests to confirm your eligibility for facelift surgery will take place, which may include bloodwork or an EKG and clearance from your medical doctor for people over age 60.
On the day of your operation, you will spend up to six hours in our accredited facility. Your surgery will be performed under IV Sedation, not general anesthesia. Using intravenous sedation instead of general anesthesia allows patients to experience a completely pain-free surgery while still controlling their breathing and body functions, making it both safer and easier to recover from compared to general anesthesia.
After the procedure, you will need to arrange for a trusted chaperone or family member to drive you home. Support during your first few days of recovery is also recommended.
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Facelift results and recovery process
Unlike at other plastic surgery clinics, the Palmer technique does not require post-operative drains. Incisions are also expertly hidden inside the ear, behind the ear, and inside the hairline, resulting in virtually invisible scars.
This precise technique allows for a quick and less painful recovery, with improvements being visible within a week of surgery.
After your facelift procedure, expect to:
Avoid strenuous activities for two to three weeks
Take one to two weeks off work
See initial results within one to two weeks
Notice final results after swelling subsides in four to six weeks moved, usually 4-6 days after surgery
Why choose Dr. Palmer for your face lift?
Dr. Palmer utilizes the P.A.L.M.E.R. Lift technique, which targets the neck and face, delivering results that look more natural when compared to other facelift techniques. He also uses intravenous sedation, not general anesthesia, meaning that patients feel no pain during surgery and aren’t required to use a breathing tube.
With the P.A.L.M.E.R. technique, postoperative drains are not required for the healing process. This helps to alleviate post-surgical discomfort while also helping to hasten recovery.
With years of training and practical experience at top medical institutions like Harvard Medical School and UCLA Medical Center, Dr. Palmer is devoted to delivering natural-looking results and utilizing the best practices for providing the best possible results and limiting pain after surgery.
During his years operating his private practice, Palmer Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Palmer has completed thousands of surgeries while maintaining an exemplary safety record. His team is dedicated to supporting patients through their surgical journey with 24/7 support in case of emergencies, same-day appointments available for concerns, and all follow-up visits provided at no additional cost.
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Average cost of facelift
How much does a facelift cost?
Considering the wide array of facelift techniques and possible treatment pairings, there is no standard price for facelifts. The cost will vary widely depending on the complexity of each case and the customized treatment plan created by Dr. Palmer to address your concerns.
Factors such as the length of your procedure and the amount of anesthesia required can impact the price of your surgery, as well as board certification and the experience of your surgeon, as the investment is directly reflected by the advanced skills, meticulous attention to detail, high-quality care, optimal results, and patient safety.
We offer a host of affordable financing options
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Facelift FAQ
Our unique Palmer technique provides long-lasting results, with the average patient enjoying the results of their facelift for about 12 years. Non-surgical facelifts using dermal fillers and other injectables last upwards of 24 months.
Generally, the recommended age range for a facelift is 40–70 years old, with more comprehensive procedures being recommended for advanced signs of aging. Smoking, genetics, stress, and other lifestyle factors may speed up the aging process, making some individuals consider a facelift earlier.
Botox or other popular injectables are used to deliver non-surgical facelifts, known as ‘liquid facelifts.’ While this procedure is suitable for early signs of aging, surgical facelifts deliver more noticeable and long-lasting results.
Facelifts are an approximate 6/10 in terms of pain. Dr. Palmer’s unique Palmer technique, known as the P.A.L.M.E.R. Lift provides exceptional results and a more pain-free surgical and recovery experience.
No, insurance typically does not cover facelift surgery as it is considered a cosmetic, elective procedure. However, Palmer Cosmetic Surgery offers a wide array of financing options, available to suit all budgets.
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