Facelift Surgery in NYC

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What is Facelift Surgery?

At our offices in Westchester and New York City, facelifts are one of the most popular procedures Dr. Rothaus performs. His facelift surgical procedure uses the latest rejuvenation techniques to tighten underlying facial tissues, remove loose skin on the face and neck, and eliminate excess fat. This improves the appearance of the cheeks, wrinkles, loose jowls, an undefined jawline, and sagging skin around the neck. Dr. Rothaus is one of only a few plastic surgeons to utilize the Harmonic scalpel during this surgery. With the Harmonic facelift, there is very little bruising and swelling compared to conventional facial surgeries. Combined with nonsurgical skin rejuvenation treatments such as Botox® and fillers or a skin resurfacing procedure, the results of this procedure can take a decade off one’s appearance.

What is a Mini Facelift?

A mini facelift is designed to minimize wrinkles and sagging in the cheek and jawline areas. Less invasive than a traditional facelift and often referred to as a “weekend facelift,” the mini facelift is popular among individuals looking to enhance their facial appearance and undergo a shorter recovery time. Dr. Rothaus even offers this procedure under local anesthesia, minimizing the need for sedation and downtime for qualifying patients.

Are You a Good Candidate for Facelift Surgery?

Good candidates for facelift surgery are men or women seeking a more youthful appearance who demonstrate:

• Lax skin in the mid-face, neck, and jawline
• Deep lines and folds around the nose and mouth
• Neck bands
• Submental fat

How Does Facelift Surgery Work?

First, the patient will speak with Dr. Rothaus about their aesthetic needs, goals, and expectations for the facelift procedure. He will walk them through the details of rhytidectomy surgery, including preparation, the procedure itself, and the recovery process, allowing for discussion of any questions or concerns.

The patient and Dr. Rothaus will discuss their complete medical history, including any facial procedures they have had performed previously, any allergies they may have, and any medications or supplements they are currently taking.

After Dr. Rothaus reviews the patient’s past medical and surgical history, an evaluation will be done of the factors that contribute to facial aging – skin quality, skin laxity, wrinkles, and folds. Facial volume and the underlying bone anatomy will also be assessed. Photographs may be taken at this time. A facial rejuvenation treatment plan will be created that will yield the best results.

Patients with less sagging facial skin may be good candidates for a “mini” lift. Other types of facelifts include a plication of the platysma muscle in the neck and the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) layer in the cheek, a tightening of the skin, and removal of the excess fat in the neck. There is also a deep-plane facelift, which repositions the fat pads and muscles within the face. Dr. Rothaus performs all facelift varieties using the Harmonic scalpel which is an advanced surgical technique that minimizes downtime, swelling and bruising. It is also common to combine nonsurgical techniques with facelifts to maximize results. This may include dermal fillers or Botox®, as well as laser treatments such as CoolPeel or Fractional Laser Resurfacing for skin resurfacing, uneven texture and hyperpigmentation, which a facelift alone cannot address. Dr. Rothaus’ comprehensive treatment plan is how he achieves excellent facial rejuvenation results.

You’ll be in great care, as Dr. Rothaus is considered by his patients to offer the best facelift New York City and Westchester residents can look forward to.