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Latest update: November 26, 2024
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Cheek Lift
A cheek lift is also known as a midface lift. It is a surgical procedure that can raise the cheek muscles and lift the skin to reverse signs of aging and create a youthful appearance. By lifting the cheeks, smile lines and wrinkles will be visibly smoothened and volume will be added to the cheeks.
As we age, our skin naturally loses elasticity and fat, creating a gaunt and hollowed appearance. The muscles and skin begin a descent creating jowls. A cheek lift can help to create a younger, fuller look. It is considered less invasive than the typical facelift and lasts much longer than injectable fillers.
The procedure can be combined with other techniques such as fillers, implants and fat grafting. The methods used depend on the patient’s end goal.
A cheek lift surgery is usually done under general anesthetic. It is an outpatient procedure that takes 3 hours to complete. The incisions made are typically created under the eyes, in the scalp or in front of the ears. The surgeon will reshape the tissues, tightening and raising the cheek muscles and removing loose skin. If requested, professionals can also add dermal fillers or implants to improve the volume of the cheeks. The site will then be closed using sutures. These are usually removed 5-7 days after the procedure. It is usual for patients to experience some swelling, and recovery will take around ten days. Ice packs can ease swelling, and patients can take prescribed pain medication to alleviate any discomfort. Patients will notice some immediate results. Initially, the cheeks may appear to be a little high. Over time, the cheeks will settle lower, and after six months, recovery is complete. Results can last over ten years.
There are some non-surgical alternatives to a midface lift. These can include dermal fillers or FaceTite. The latter uses radiofrequency technology to stimulate collagen production and tighten the skin. While results may not be as dramatic as a facelift, there is less downtime than with the surgical option.
Anesthesia
general
Operation Time
Inpatient Period
n/a
Number of Appointments
Recovery Period
7-10 days
Invasiveness
yes
Lift Those Cheeks Back Where They Used to Be!
Dr. Robert Burk, a plastic surgeon from Florida, explains how the Endotine dissolvable tissue anchor is used to effect a mid-face lift. He discusses the importance of considering the effects of aging on all areas of the face. He explains that sometimes, the mid-face area is the problem. He describes the two approaches used to fix sagging in that area with an endoscopic mid-face lift. He describes the natural-looking results and talks about the ideal candidates.
Mid-Face Rejuvenation | Mid-facelift Augusta | Plastic Surgeon Columbia SC
Dr. Achih Chen discusses the mid-facelift, highlighting the area that this procedure targets. He explains the characteristics of youthfulness in the face. The video shows pictures of what he's describing. He demonstrates the action he is hoping to achieve with the lift on a patient. He explains his reasons for favoring the mid-face implant when restoring volume to the face.