Overall facelift provides lift to the neck and lower one third of the face. Complications are minimized and recovery times are quicker than a standard facelift.

The traditional S-lift is preformed using tumescent local anesthetic and may be combine with submental and neck liposuction procedures. S-lift results can be further enhanced with subsequent resurfacing and/or chemical peels at the time of the procedure.

Best Candidates for S-Lift:

• Good overall health
• Age 46 years
• Realistic expectations
• Mild to Moderate lower facial and neck laxity

Procedure:

The procedure is preformed within the office setting. A preoperative oral sedative medication is given to relax the patient. Anesthesia is in the form of tumescent solution. This fluid lifts the skin away from the underlying tissue and provides bloodless surgery.

An incision is made in the hair cuff in an S-shaped fashion. The skin incision is carried down along the ear and then behind the ear. Dissolvable sutures are used to tighten the underlying tissue, which then allow excess overlying skin. The skin is trimmed and the wound is closed. The procedure usually takes two hours.

Following the procedure, rest at home while wearing a compression bandage is required. There may be some minor bruising or swelling for one to two days. The compression dressing will be worn for seventy-two hours. Mild (over the counter) pain relievers may be needed. Follow up will occur in the office the following morning with cleansing of incision and removal of dressing and then hair washing. The sutures are dissolvable. Direct sun should be avoided for several weeks. Most patients resume normal activity four to five days after procedure.

The S-Lift provides the patient with a quicker recovery time with minimal complications and scarring while providing a natural look.

If you have excess or lax facial skin, then an S-Lift may be right for you. Dr. Murry and Dr. Payton will assist you in choosing the best treatment to obtain desired results.