A mini face lift is an alternative to a traditional facelift or a deep plane facelift. It is less invasive with a shorter recovery period, and still offers a tighter, more youthful appearance. At Maloney Plastic Surgery, Dr. Maloney can go over the mini face lift process, show you before and after photos, and help you decide if this plastic surgery procedure is right for you.
What is a Mini Face Lift?
A mini face lift is a plastic surgery procedure that addresses signs of aging on the face and jawline. The procedure is less invasive than a traditional or deep plane facelift. It can address sagging and wrinkles and smooth and tighten the skin on the face and neck. A mini face lift is more effective than dermal fillers and other non-surgical face lift options, but less aggressive than a traditional facelift.
How a Mini Face Lift Differs from a Traditional Facelift
A traditional facelift addresses three areas: the upper midface, the upper cheek, and the lower midface. A mini face lift addresses two of these areas and has a less invasive procedure, shorter recovery period, and a less significant scar.
Concerns Addressed by a Mini Face Lift
Patients who get mini face lifts are typically younger. They usually have less jowling, less loose or excess skin, and fewer age-related concerns. They may choose a mini face lift so that they don’t have to undergo more invasive procedures later on. A mini face lift can address:
- Jowls and sagging skin
- Marionette lines
- Nasolabial folds
Good Candidates for a Mini Face Lift
The ideal candidate for a mini face lift is healthy, doesn’t use recreational drugs or abuse alcohol, has realistic expectations for the procedure, has good skin laxity, has minimal sagging on the lower third of their face, and only needs moderate skin improvements. If you want to undergo a mini face lift, you should be a non-smoker or be willing to quit smoking at least six weeks before your surgery, and you should be able to commit to all pre- and post-surgical instructions.
Results and Recovery from a Mini Face Lift
A mini face lift has a shorter recovery time than a traditional or deep plane facelift. Most people have bruising or swelling for seven to 10 days and should feel better in one to two weeks, though you should avoid exercising for at least three weeks. The results of a mini face lift usually last five to 10 years, but the lifespan can depend on your age, lifestyle, weight, diet, and other factors.
Dr. Maloney and our team at Maloney Plastic Surgery can answer your questions about mini face lifts and help you determine if this procedure is right for you. Call us today at (520) 298-2330 or schedule an appointment online for a consultation for a mini face lift in Tucson, AZ.