Facial Procedures

Eyelids

We can provide you with a more youthful, alert and less tired appearance by reducing sagging upper eyelids, puffiness and bags in the lower eyelid.

The Procedure

An incision within the natural crease of the upper eyelid allows access to remove excess skin and underlying fatty tissue. Using an incision inside the lower eyelid (transconjunctival), fat is removed. An incision just under the lower lash line allows excess skin to be removed. Internal sutures are often used to support the lower eyelid and corners of the eye (lateral canthus). This is an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia.

Facelift

A facelift improves the aging face by correcting sagging jowls and neck skin creating a more youthful, rested appearance.

The Procedure

Typical incisions begin within the hairline, above the temple and continue just inside the ear ending behind the ear. This allows access to tighten underlying tissue, remove excess fat and reduce sagging skin. A second incision under the chin is sometimes necessary. Liposuction techniques may assist with removal of fat deposits and modifications are made depending on the needs of the individual patient. This is an outpatient procedure under sedation or general anesthesia.

Fat Injections

Fat injections improve areas in the face that have become hollow due to age and trauma providing a more youthful appearance.

The Procedure

Fat is taken from the abdomen or thighs, prepared then re-injected in small quantities into the hollow of the face, high cheeks, lower eyelids, jaw line, lips and brow. This is done under local or general anesthesia.

Forehead/Brow Lift

This lift creates a more youthful alert appearance by improving the visible signs of aging by minimizing brow furrows, frown lines and elevating sagging or fallen brows (ptosis).

The Procedure

Several small incisions hidden within the hairline allow access for an endoscope and surgical instruments to change the underlying muscle, tighten the tissue and raise the eyebrows. If excess skin is to be removed, a coronal incision, one hidden within the hairline and across the top of the scalp is used. Male patients may require other incisions depending on their hairline. This is an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia.