The final result of a mini facelift may not be as superior to that of a full facelift, depending on the amount of laxity of the patient's skin, the formation of deep creases, and the double chin that has begun to appear. However, if you're the right candidate for the procedure, a mini facelift can have several benefits. It also has some drawbacks, so it's always a good idea to weigh the pros and cons of surgery with your doctor. A big disadvantage when it comes to a mini facelift is that the results usually last much less time than the results of a full facelift.
The results of a traditional facelift can last a decade or, in some cases, even longer. The duration of the results after mini facial cosmetic surgery depends on several factors, such as the rate at which the patient ages, the skill of the surgeon who performed the procedure, and the type of procedure performed. In our practice, we use traditional facelift techniques to achieve a longer duration of correction. Although the results don't last that long, one positive aspect of the mini facelift is that the procedure itself doesn't lasts a long time.
It may take several hours for the doctor to perform a full facelift. After surgery, the patient needs time to wake up from general anesthesia and for the lightheadedness caused by the anaesthesia to go away. In contrast, a mini facelift usually lasts about an hour and a half. Most patients are given local anesthesia and sedation so that they don't notice what is happening during surgery, but they are not given completely remove.
Not only do the results of a mini facelift not last as long as the results of a full facelift, but they also tend to be less dramatic. Surgeons often recommend a mini facelift for patients who are just beginning to show signs of aging on their faces. Most likely, the procedure will not be very useful for people with significant sagging in the area of the double chin or chin. Small facelifts tend to be more budget-friendly, at least up front, in comparison with full facelifts.
Because the procedure is less complicated and of shorter duration, the cost of the surgeon's fees and other associated fees is much lower. However, it should be noted that a mini facelift can cost more overtime. With a traditional facelift, a patient may need only one surgery to restore a more youthful appearance. A mini facelift may provide the results the patient wants at first, but as those results wear off, you may need additional surgery or you may decide to have a traditional facelift, which will increase the cost considerably.
While a mini facelift offers many advantages, it's not a procedure to be rushed into. Surgery has as many risks as a complete procedure, so it's important to choose an experienced facial plastic surgeon to perform it. It's also important to be in good health and to have realistic expectations for results. While many patients need about two weeks to recover after a traditional facelift, plus a few more weeks to relax, most patients can return to life only five to seven days after a mini-lift facial.
Since there are two options available, you might be wondering why someone would opt for the smaller or smaller version of surgery. Compared to a normal facelift, a mini facelift also has less postoperative swelling and bruising. On its own, a mini facelift cannot treat problems on the upper part of the face, such as eye bags, crow's feet or wrinkles on the forehead. However, more and more people in their 30s are undergoing mini-stretches, either to treat the first signs of aging or as a preventive measure.
The recovery time for a mini facelift is usually 1 week, much less annoying than the two weeks of inactivity normally needed after a traditional facelift. A good age for a mini facelift is usually between the middle and late 40s, when sagging skin in the middle of the face and along the jawline becomes more evident. Some patients also choose to combine a mini-lift with a brow lift, nose surgery (rhinoplasty) or an eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) to maximize their results since these areas are not treated during any type of facelift. The mini facelift reduces wrinkles and sagging skin without scarring or side effects associated with normal facelifts.
Stephen Prendiville states that “the nature of complications and relative rates are very similar in minilifting and full-facelifting” so it is important to have detailed discussions with your surgeon during consultation.
