February 25, 2025 Tags: Liquid Facelift, facelifts, mini facelifts
For years, a facelift procedure has been a somewhat invasive surgery for its patients. Oftentimes for this procedure, people must schedule themselves a significant amount of recovery time and wait to see their results. While this sophisticated treatment provides incredible results and is the best fit for some, other patients have begun wanting a less invasive method and more subtle changes to their faces. From this need, a newer procedure has been born and is being referred to as a “mini lift.”
One main draw of the mini facelift for both male and female patients is that it is an outpatient surgery that does not require general anesthesia, but usually sedation or local anesthesia. A mini lift also has a quicker recovery and requires less downtime afterward. Patients are now opting for the less invasive procedure at a younger age, making more subtle changes to reduce and prevent signs of aging.
As a procedure, a mini lift focuses more on the jawline and lower face, compared to a full facelift that focuses on the entirety of a patient’s face. For those with small signs of aging who wish to adjust their appearance, a mini lift is recommended for those who still maintain a certain threshold of skin elasticity. A full facelift provides a more dramatic before and after and is most often sought out by patients in their 50s or 60s. At Dr. J.J. Wendel Plastic Surgery, we provide both procedures to patients considering the best approach for themselves and their cosmetic goals.
Aside from the increasingly popular mini lifts and ever-present facelifts, there are many alternatives that patients may seek out before deciding to choose a true lifting procedure. For example, a liquid facelift is a non-surgical, injection-based treatment that involves strategically placing filler into the face, with little to no downtime and almost immediate results. This procedure can also be adjusted as time goes on, injecting more filler as the effects slowly wear off over time. Fillers often used for this procedure include Juvéderm, Restylane, and Voluma.
Cheek augmentations are another option, sometimes referred to as a “mid-face lift”, that involves injecting filler like Juvéderm or Sculptra to restore volume to that area of the face. Drooping cheeks are one of the most common signs of aging so this is an excellent option for those wishing to focus their attention on the center face. By using hyaluronic acid-based injectables, the skin appears plumper, and the cheeks appear higher. This option is specifically offered by the team at Dr. Wendel’s office as a less invasive, but result-producing method of lifting.
Other options include lower facelifts and neck lifts which focus on the bottom part of the face where jowls and skin tend to begin sagging as we age. Medical grade skincare along with injectable fillers provide less invasive ways to maintain a youthful appearance.
If you would like to learn more and discover which facial lifting treatment may be best for the results you want, request a consultation with Dr. J.J. Wendel Plastic Surgery today. Let’s explore the best ways to achieve your aesthetic goals together.
