Your face is one of the most prominent features of your body. We all desire a perfect facial appearance, but natural and environmental factors can cause our facial skin to deteriorate, such as sagging, wrinkles, jowls, and more. To get your skin revitalized, there are many options for getting a Facelift. If you want to get a Facelift in New York, you should look for one of the top plastic surgeons to get the desired results. However, before you make up your mind to get a facelift done, here is all that you need to know about facelift surgery.
What Is A Facelift?
A facelift is one of the most complex surgeries among all plastic surgery procedures. An incision is made around the ear to raise the muscle and skin, and; then lifting it vertically. The excess is skin is lifted, and if required, it is removed.
This surgery addresses various facial concerns such as- loose skin in the middle and lower third of the face, sunken and hollow cheeks that give a square look to the face instead of a triangular youthful appearance, bags near jawline or prominent jowls, prominent folds and lines in the middle, and lower third of the face and much more.
Dr. Nilay Shah operating his practice in New York City has many years of experience dealing with every imaginable facial surgery type. He believes in an individualized patient-specific approach and offers a solution that is best suited for the patient after a thorough examination. For facelift surgery in New York, you can trust Dr. Shah’s facial rejuvenation procedure for your specific needs.
What Are The Benefits Of Facelift Surgery, And Who All Can Get A Facelift Procedure?
Facelift surgery can be done for both men and women; it helps in the following-
- It restores youthful and angular facial contours
- Minimizes a double chin
- Eliminates wrinkles and fine lines on the middle and lower regions of the face
- Reduces the development of jowls
- Reposition sagging tissues of the face
- Maintains a natural appearance
Both men and women can correct their aging signs and get a vibrant facial appearance with a facial rejuvenation procedure. Ideal candidates for facelift surgery in New York are the ones who do not smoke, have overall good health, and have realistic expectations from the procedure. Dr. Nilay Shah is highly experienced in providing optimal facelift results.
Dr. Shah uses the following facelift techniques
- High-SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) technique-This involves lifting and anchoring SMAS vertically and removing excess skin.
- Lift and Fill technique- The technique involves plicating SMAS after raising the skin and filling various facial compartments with fat to get a youthful face.
- Deep Plane- In this technique, attachments are released underneath the SMAS to simultaneously lift the whole unit of skin, tissues, and musculature.
What is the cost of Facelift in New York?
The cost of facelift surgery in NYC depends on various factors such as- tests, anesthesia charges, medications, patient’s anatomy, patient-specific goals, surgical garments, and surgeon’s fees. The cost may also vary if you combine other cosmetic procedures and a facelift procedure like rhinoplasty, brow lift, neck lift, etc. You will be provided with an accurate cost estimate during your consultation; you can also learn about our financing options when you visit for a consultation.
What To Expect From Facelift Surgery?
Since facelift surgery is tailor-made to your requirements, a consultation with your surgeon is a must for your surgery’s success. Your surgeon will discuss your aesthetic goals, take photos, evaluate your skin condition, explain surgical options, recommend any combination procedures, and develop a surgical plan.
Recovery from a facelift procedure can vary depending upon the technique that has been used. However, patients can expect the following –
- Swelling, soreness, and bruising are normal for up to 1-3 weeks
- Residual swelling can be concealed with make-up. In one to three weeks, patients will be able to return to work
- There is a follow-up on day one, one week, four weeks, three months, six months, and one year post the procedure
- The surgery’s final results can take up to a year because internal healing and deposition take time
Why Choose Dr. Shah’s Facelift Surgery In New York?
NYC has many plastic surgeons claiming to offer the finest facelift surgery procedures. However, we recommend that patients should be cautious about whom they choose. Dr. Nilay Shah always advises his patients to research facelift in New York or any other city before deciding. Dr. Shah is a well-trained plastic surgeon and has learned the techniques from the pioneers. He believes in giving an honest opinion, and safety and concerns are his priority.
If you are residing in Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Long Island, Staten Island, and surrounding areas of New York and looking for a facelift in NYC options, contact us to book an appointment today.