A facelift in Beverly Hills is an important decision to make. A facelift is also known as ‘rhytidectomy,’ which means ‘wrinkle excision.’ Today, the term ‘facelift’ is use to describe a number of procedures which are designed to rejuvenate the aging face and neck. Facelift surgery is particularly effective for the treatment of the anterior neck and the jawline, tightening loose skin and muscle under the chin, and improving jowls. The midface (cheek area) may also be improved, ameliorating deeper wrinkles and ‘smile lines.’

In order to minimize the visibility of postoperative scars, most effective techniques use incisions within the hair-bearing scalp and around the ear (see diagram) to remove loose and excess skin. Deeper tissues are also tightened through these same incisions, enhancing the result and its duration. Schedule a consultation for a facelift in Beverly Hills today.

In order to produce a more balanced and complete result, facelift surgery may be combined with other procedures including browlift, eyelid surgery and liposuction under the chin, depending on the unique needs of each patient. Alternatively, the patient and Beverly Hills facelift surgeon may elect to ‘stage’ these procedures, performing the procedures on different dates in sequential fashion.
Facelift surgery is most often performed under a general anesthesia, and typically lasts several hours. After the surgery, an overnight stay is recommended for some patients. Pain and discomfort following the surgery are typically controlled with oral pain medication, and are not severe. Most patients resume their normal household activities within one or two days. Stitches are removed about one week following surgery, and within two weeks most patients can return to work. Most bruising and swelling resolves within 10-14 days, though in minor swelling may persist longer, depending on the patient and the nature of the surgery performed. Beverly Hills facelift surgeon Dr Rudkin can answer any questions you may have.

Browlift surgery, also called ‘forehead lift,’ is designed to elevate drooping eyebrows, and ameliorate wrinkles in between the eyebrows (‘frown lines’), in the forehead, and around the eyes (‘crow’s feet’). A variety of techniques may be used, depending on the needs of the patient. Most techniques use incisions that are placed at or behind the hairline, so as to minimize the appearance of postoperative scars. ‘Endoscopic’ or minimal access surgery can sometimes be used to avoid the scars of more conventional techniques. Schedule a consultation for a facelift in Beverly Hills today.

Before and after photographs of facelift surgeries done by Beverly Hills facelift surgeon Dr. Rudkin may be viewed at the time of consultation.

For a facelift in Beverly Hills contact board certified plastic surgeon Dr. George Rudkin at 310.410.4599

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