The Most Common Facial Plastic Surgeries Explained Malone Facial Plastic Surgery

With Facial Plastic Surgery patients can boost self-confidence and improve appearance. There are a variety of facial plastic surgeries that can be performed to help patients achieve their desired look and reach aesthetic goals. Some of the most common procedures include facelifts, eyelid surgery, lip lifts, and nose surgery.

Each person has different goals for their facial surgery. The type of procedure that is right for you will depend on your goals, medical history, and the technology and expertise available. Meeting with a skilled and experienced plastic surgeon to discuss your goals is the best way to determine which type of surgery is right for you. To help you narrow it down, let us explain the top facial plastic surgery procedures.

What is Rhinoplasty?

Rhinoplasty is a surgical procedure that can be performed to change the shape and size of the nose. The surgery can be performed to improve the appearance of the nose or to correct a functional problem with the nose. Rhinoplasty incisions are typically made inside the nose, so the scars are not visible. The surgery usually takes about 2 hours to perform, and the patient is usually given general anesthesia. Recovery from rhinoplasty typically takes about two weeks.

What can Rhinoplasty fix?

Rhinoplasty can address several concerns, including:

• Nose size concerning facial proportions
• Nose width at the bridge
• Nasal tip projection
• Nasal tip drooping
• Nostril size and shape
• Crooked nose

What is Blepharoplasty?

Blepharoplasty is a surgical procedure that can be performed to improve the appearance of the eyelids. The surgery can be performed to correct drooping (ptotic) upper eyelids or puffy bags under the eyes. The procedure is usually performed using local anesthesia, which may take several hours to complete. Recovery from blepharoplasty usually takes about two weeks.

What can Blepharoplasty fix?

Blepharoplasty can address several concerns, including:

• Drooping upper eyelids
• Puffy bags under the eyes
• Excess skin and wrinkles around the eyes

What is a Facelift?

A facelift is a surgical procedure that can improve the appearance of the face by tightening the skin and underlying tissues. The surgery can be performed to correct sagging in the mid-face, jowls, or neck. Facelifts are usually performed using local anesthesia, and the surgery takes about 3-4 hours to complete. Recovery from a facelift typically takes about two weeks.

What can a Facelift fix?

A facelift can address several concerns, including:

• Sagging in the mid-face
• Jowls
• Neck laxity
• Excess skin and wrinkles around the face

What is a Neck Lift?

A neck lift is a surgical procedure that can be performed to improve the appearance of the neck. The surgery can be performed to correct sagging skin, wrinkles, or fat deposits in the neck. Neck lifts are usually performed using local anesthesia, and the surgery can take from 1-2 hours to complete. Recovery from a neck lift typically takes about two weeks.

Conventional procedures begin with small incisions under the chin and behind and around the ear. Through these incisions, muscles are tightened and redundant tissue is removed before the incisions are closed, and a pressure dressing is applied under the chin and around the head.

What can a Neck Lift fix?

A neck lift can address several concerns, including:

• Sagging skin in the neck
• Wrinkles in the neck
• Fat deposits in the neck
• Excess skin and wrinkles around the face

What is a Brow Lift?

A brow lift is a surgical procedure that can be performed to improve the appearance of the forehead. The surgery can be performed to correct wrinkles, drooping brows, or eyelids' hood. Brow lifts are usually performed using local anesthesia, and the surgery takes about 1-2 hours to complete. Recovery from a brow lift typically takes about two weeks.

Endoscopic brow lifts involve a 2-3 very small incisions that are tucked inside the hair. The surgeon carefully lifts the skin on the brow to raise its position or arch, and closes the incision.

What can a Brow Lift fix?

A brow lift can address several concerns, including:

• Drooping brows
• Hooding of the eyelids
• Excess skin and wrinkles around the eyes

Is Facial Plastic Surgery right for you?

No two faces are exactly alike, and no two people have the same goals for their appearance. Dr. Malone will work with you to help you decide if facial plastic surgery is right for you. She will take the time to listen to your goals and concerns and develop a personalized treatment plan to help you achieve the desired results. If you are considering a Facial Plastic Surgery procedure, schedule a consultation with Dr. Malone today.