What are the Benefits of a Facelift?

March 10, 2022


Facelift Las Vegas

Age causes a loss of collagen and elastin in the skin. Skin can begin to sag as the skin loses its natural elasticity and firmness. Lines and wrinkles form around the eyes and mouth while sagging skin takes definition away from the jawline and chin. A facelift can restore the features you had years ago to help you look more youthful and energized

WHAT IS A FACELIFT?

Each facelift is an individualized procedure tailored to your needs. In general, a facelift is a surgical procedure that diminishes the signs of aging on the face and neck. Dr. Stile and the team at Stile Aesthetics perform facelifts to lift, smooth, and tighten the skin and underlying structures. A facelift can produce results when non-invasive treatments no longer give you the desired results against the signs of aging. 

BEFORE & AFTER PHOTOS

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*Individual Results May Vary

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF A FACELIFT?

When performed by an experienced surgeon like Dr. Stile, a facelift offers many anti-aging benefits. You can enjoy results such as:

  • Fewer lines and wrinkles
  • Tighter, smoother facial skin
  • Restored volume in areas like the cheeks
  • More sculpted jawline 
  • Overall more youthful appearance
  • Natural-looking lift that looks like you but younger

A facelift lifts the skin and repositions underlying muscles and fat to restore them to their proper location. This gives a much more natural look than simple skin tightening. Dr. Stile will customize your facelift to address your concerns. 

HOW DOES A FACELIFT WORK?

Dr. Stile makes small incisions hidden in the hairline and around the ears to perform a facelift. These incisions allow him to remove excess skin and other tissue, lifting and tightening the skin for a smoother appearance. The deeper layer of tissue, the SMAS layer, is also adjusted to give a youthful, natural-looking appearance. 

The procedure will generally take between four and six hours under general anesthesia. Facelifts are performed as outpatient procedures, and you can go home after spending some time in the recovery area. 

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WHAT IS RECOVERY LIKE FROM A FACELIFT?

You will see some swelling, bruising, and discomfort in the days following the procedure. Dr. Stile will apply dressings after surgery and replace these at your first follow-up visit. He will also prescribe medication as needed to manage the initial discomfort. Most people can return to work and light exercise within two weeks. Avoid activities that could involve injury to the face. 

HOW LONG WILL A FACELIFT LAST?

The aging process continues after a facelift, so the procedure can be viewed as turning the clock back. You will always look younger with your facelift than without it, but you will still show signs of aging over time. A facelift can last ten years or more before noticeable signs of aging start to affect it. A good skincare routine and diligent sun protection will help maintain your results. 

TAKE THE FIRST STEP

Please fill out the form on this page to request an in-person consultation and one of our knowledgeable medical staff members at Stile Aesthetics will reach out to you promptly. You can also call our office directly at (702) 745-3140.

Stile Aesthetics serves Las Vegas, NV & Surrounding Areas.

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Dr. Frank L. Stile, MD, FACS
Dr. Frank L. Stile is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. His office is in Las Vegas. The office is luxuriously appointed and has won awards for original designs and decor. His practice provides the full spectrum of cosmetic surgery procedures. Dr. Stile has had the privilege of helping over 10,000 patients achieve their cosmetic surgical goals. Originally from New York City, Dr. Stile graduated high school at the age of 15 and began medical training at the City University of New York’s Accelerated 7-year combined Undergraduate and Medical School Program. He completed his clinical training at the State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn. His post-doctorate training included 12 years of residency. During that time, Dr. Stile received specialized surgical training at four academic institutions of excellence. He is the published author of articles and book chapters in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Microsurgery literature. He has presented research at National and International Plastic Surgery Conferences. Dr. Stile regularly visits with leaders in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery, facilitating the exchange of ideas and constantly refining his techniques. Dr. Stile has long held an interest in the martial sciences, specifically mixed martial arts. His personal and professional relationships with the stars of MMA have made him the most trusted and requested plastic surgeon by champions of the sport. Dr. Stile has innovated and published techniques for both treating new facial injuries and preventing recurrent injuries in “cut-prone” fighters. His work has been featured in such publications as the New York Times, Maxim Magazine, and Real Fighter Magazine, in addition to numerous television and radio shows. Dr. Stile is an avid illustrator, painter, and sculptor. His work adds to the decor of both his home and office. He is also the published author of two children’s books. His greatest accomplishment, second only to being a husband and father, was the establishment of the Frank L. Stile Foundation in 2011. The goal of this non-profit was to serve and support the needs of children in crisis. To date, this initiative has helped provide over TEN MILLION meals for food insecure children and their families in addition to providing resources for medical care.