Skin quality is one of the most important–and most overlooked–factors in aging and facelift results. Maintaining and improving your skin quality after a facelift promotes less visible scars, longer lasting results, and a better overall appearance. Below are some of the best non-surgical procedures for maintaining your skin after a facelift. Chemical Peels Chemical peels […]
Is A Facelift Under Local Anesthesia Painful?
The use of local anesthesia during facial plastic surgery is proving to be not only possible but preferable in many cases. It lowers the overall risk of surgery, makes facelifts more accessible to people with medical conditions, and often results in an easier recovery. Some patients feel anxious about not going completely under for the […]
Benefits Of Adding Laser Resurfacing To Facial Plastic Surgeries
Laser resurfacing–both surgical and non-surgical varieties–can improve the quality of the skin and ease the signs of aging. For facelift patients, adding a surgical laser procedure utilizing a CO2 laser can enhance results. There are many benefits of adding laser resurfacing to facial plastic surgeries and Dr. Santos often recommends the additional procedure. For most […]
The Benefits Of Chemical Peels After A Facelift
A facelift is the gold standard and best procedure for lower face rejuvenation. It is known for shaving years off the face. However, many patients want to maintain or enhance their results, as well as minimize visible scarring. There are many procedures that can resurface the skin and contribute to faded scars. One of these […]
Fillers After A Facelift? Dermal Fillers Can Improve Results
A facelift is a facial plastic surgery that focuses on tightening loose, saggy skin and removing excess fat deposits. This can improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, sun damage, extra skin and fat, and skin laxity. While a facelift addresses many signs of aging and can make you look younger, it will not […]
The History of Facelifts
The history of the facelift begins with the successful facelift performed by German surgeon, Erich Lexer in 1916. The demand among socialites and the aristocracy of the early 20th century for ways to stay young was high. When Dr. Lexer succeeded in lifting the skin and fat that accumulates on the face with age, plastic […]
Average Age For A Facelift: Am I Too Old Or Too Young?
Society generally associates facelifts with older patients looking to smooth wrinkles and lift sagging skin. But is it safe to assume all facelift patients are elderly? Is it possible to be too old or too young to undergo a facelift? The easiest answer to these questions is a resounding NO! Other than being over 18 […]
What Are The Benefits of Local Anesthesia And How Could It Benefit Your Facelift Surgery?
When you go into surgery, you often expect being placed to sleep under general anesthesia. For many surgical procedures, local anesthesia with oral sedation may be a better option to minimize risks and lessen recovery time. Seattle plastic surgeon, Dr. Santos, pioneered the use of local anesthetic in his facial cosmetic surgeries. During a facelift […]
