FACIAL LIFTING:
It is an important aspect of cosmetic surgery procedures. Facial lifting is indicated in people who have lost the elasticity of the skin of the face, with the consequent formation of wrinkles, deep furrows, hanging of the chin line, formation of bags under the eyes, collapse of the skin of the superior eyelids, etc.
Facial lifting can be:
COMPLETE
Indications: When a patient needs surgical restoration of the whole face, it is necessary to proceed to surgical resection of the skin of the superior and inferior eyelids, as well as surgical resection of the fat contained in the bags of the superior and inferior lids.
The same procedure is applicable when treating the wrinkles of the neck, and the elevation of the tail of the eyebrows. These procedures may call for the necessity of a partial resurfacing of the peri-oral or peri-orbital areas, respectively.
Procedure: In order to carry out the above mentioned procedures, it is necessary to undermine the entire skin of the face, for its elevation and traction up and behind, and resection of the redundant skin. Internally it is possible to proceed to the tightening of deeper tissues in order to obtain a firmer result. The resurfacing is carried out with Co2 Laser, which eliminates the finer wrinkles that surgery cannot reach.
Scars: The resulting scars are located in such places that they are practically unnoticeable. The most visible scar is located in front of the ear and, in some cases, inside it.
Sutures: Sutures are removed within 7 to 10 days after the operation or, in some cases, they are self-dissolving.
Anaesthesia: In general it is local anaesthesia, following sedation. In most cases the patient can return home after a short period of rest (2 to 3 hours). If necessary it can be done under general anaesthesia. Patient will need to take additional precautions such as the use of creams, sun protectors, etc. General anaesthesia can also be use.
Recovery: This varies from individual to individual but, in general, the post-operatory inflammation and haematomas last from 10 to 15 days.
Complications: Like in any other surgery it can be complications due to formations of clots, infection and superficial necrosis of the skin mainly in the area of the upper cheek. Is advisable stop smoking before any cosmetic surgery mainly on face.
PARTIAL LIFTING-MINI LIFTING- QUICK-LIFT
Indications: When only the lower half the face is treated. This is a procedure used in cases of incipient wrinkles, usually in younger patients who want to overcome the ageing process but do not need a complete lifting. The lower part of the cheeks is lifted, thus improving the facial contour. This can also be done in conjunction with an elevation of the tail of the brows. If the patient wishes, a resurfacing with Co2 Laser can be carried out at the same time.
Surgical Technique:
The QuickLift–S Lift is performed as an outpatient procedure with either local anesthesia alone or a combination of local and oral sedation.
The S-Lift procedure is the fixation of the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system), and the extension of the supra-platysmal plane to the zygomatic bone periosteum to achieve stable traction and fixation.
S- Lift Initial Scribing
Scars: Scars are located either in front of, or inside, the ear, with a slight continuation behind it. The resurfaced area acquires a pink pigmentation that lasts for 3 to 4 months.
Sutures: Sutures are removed 7 to 10 days after the operation or, in some cases, they are self-dissolving.
Anaesthesia: Local anaesthesia with or without previous sedation, depending on the patient´s emotional state. In either case hospitalisation is not necessary and the patient can return home after the operation. General anaesthesia may be also used.
Recovery: Being a less aggressive procedure than a total lifting, recovery time is shorter and can vary from 5 to 8 days, extending to 10 if there has been resurfacing.
Complications: Like in any other surgery it can be complications due to formations of clots, infection and superficial necrosis of the skin mainly in the area of the upper cheek. Is advisable stop smoking before any cosmetic surgery mainly on face.
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