The Different Types of Face Lift

Face lift, medically known as "rhytidectomy" is the surgical procedure of making the face look younger by eliminating wrinkles and other signs of aging. It has a long lasting effect, is easily done, and is now affordable. Both men and women can opt for a face lift to reduce years of age on their faces. Face lift surgery is among the top ten most sought-after cosmetic surgery procedures.



There are different types of face lift procedures practiced by cosmetic surgeons in Bay Area San Francisco. The procedures vary according to the patient’s facial features and the area of the face in need of tightening and reshaping. The most common face lift procedures for women are forehead lift, eyelid surgery, mid facelift, and lower facelift.



Forehead face lift, known as brow lift, corrects sagging brows, horizontal forehead lines, and furrows of the forehead. This procedure requires incision in the hairline which may cause bleeding and complications. Just like any other cosmetic procedure, brow lift is not totally risk-free.



Eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty is for women who have drooping eyes, sinking upper eyelids, and drooping eyelashes which often result in visual impairments. Cosmetic surgeons San Francisco start the procedure with an incision along the creases of the upper eyelid and the lower rim of the eye. This surgery is done under local or general anesthesia.



Mid face lift Bay Area, on the other hand, rejuvenates the middle portion of the face especially the nose, eyes, and mouth. It is best for women who are in need of cheek elevation. In this procedure the fats in the face are shaped and shifted upward to produce a younger look. The recovery period for this kind of surgery takes 1 to 2 weeks.



The lower face lift San Francisco, is the most common face lift option. Here, the underlying muscle and connective tissue called SMAS is being lifted and the sagging skin is being tightened. For all these face lift surgeries, surgeons do not recommend facelift to smokers because of the risk of having a lot of dead skins. A good candidate for face lift surgery is someone who has healthy skin with great elasticity.