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- BOTOX Cosmetic
- Restylane
- Perlane
- Juvederm Ultra
- Juvederm Ultra Plus
- Radiesse
- Sculptra
- TCA Chemical Peel
- Cosmelan Mask
- Refinity Peel
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face
lift overview |
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introduction
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a
face lift removes excess skin and repositions fat and
muscle to reduce jowls and smooth the jawline for a more
youthful appearance |
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variations
and techniques |
subcutaneous,
SMAS, s-lift, weekend facelift, mini lift, suture suspension
lift (feather lift), deep plane, subperiosteal facelift,
composite face lift, tumescent facelift, midface lift
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incision
placement & surgery details; preparing
for surgery |
standard
incision is in hairline at temple, inside opening of ear,
under and behind ear; several variations exist |
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anesthesia |
general,
or local with IV sedation |
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surgical
facility |
usually
outpatient surgery center |
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length
of surgery |
2
to 6 hours |
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discomfort
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mild |
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what
to expect after surgery |
areas
of numbness, swelling, bruising, tightness; back to work
in 2 to 4 weeks |
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risks |
hair loss, scarring, nerve damage, infection, asymmetry,
blood or fluid collection, skin sloughing |
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often
combined with... |
necklift,
browlift, eyelid
surgery, chemical peel,
laser resurfacing |
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cost
(surgeon's fee) |
$3000
to $20,000 |
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duration
of results |
results
may last 5 to 10 years |
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insurance |
face
lift surgery is considered cosmetic, and insurance does
not apply; rarely, a facelift may treat facial asymmetry
from nerve disorders or injury |
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