A face lift or rhytidectomy in Chicago is a surgical procedure that can help give a more youthful appearance to the neck and face. It is typically used to reshape the lower part of the face by removing extra skin around the neck and cheek area. While some facelifts are strictly about removing excess skin, some procedures will offer tightening of the tissues underneath the skin, as well as removing extra fat from the area to help give the look of a slim and youthful person.
In most cases, the rhytidectomy is combined with other procedures to help address the eyes, brows, cheeks and forehead. Both men and women can have the procedure, and studies have shown that they are increasingly popular with both sexes.
Procedure
When considering a facelift procedure, it is important to know what will happen during your visit. First, an incision is usually made right in front of the ear, which goes up into the hairline. It will likely go down in front of the ear, go underneath the ear and around your ear toward the hairline. Incisions will be similar on both sides, and after the incisions are made, the deeper tissues can be tightened if necessary. Extra skin is removed, and then the incisions are closed back up with staples and sutures. You may require a drain to be placed under the skin to help drain away extra fluid and blood, but it will only be inserted for a day or two. Bandages will be applied, and you will wait until you have healed fully.
Techniques
While the traditional face lift is still popular in Chicago, there are other methods available including liposuction, endoscopy, and lasers. Liposuction can remove fatty deposits in the face, but it isn’t usually used solely for facelifts. It is done along with the procedure or on its own.
Endoscopy can help with browlifts and facelifts and will provide you with a smaller incision. Because it is a smaller incision, there are fewer traumas to your tissues and offers a quick recovery time. However, not all patients can use this procedure.
Laser facelifts are called laser liposculpture and resurfacing. There is only one small incision under the chin and local anesthetic is used.
Length of Time for Procedure and Effects
The procedure itself can take up to five hours and is usually an outpatient treatment. The results can last up to 10 years, depending on lifestyle habits.
If you are interested in a face lift in Chicago, it might be a good idea to learn more about the techniques offered and the procedure itself. Visit our website to find out more or contact us for an appointment.
