Face Lift Surgery

Sun exposure, fluctuations in weight, genetics, exposure to toxins (smoking and pollutants), and many other factors will ultimately show themselves on our faces. Facial skin may loosen, wrinkles and furrows may develop, and the muscles in our neck and jowl area may weaken. A Face Lift can often address these effects, firming and tightening the skin of the face and neck. It is one of the five most popular plastic surgery procedures in the United States.

During a Face Lift, the surgeon makes an incision above the hairline. The facial skin is then separated from the underlying tissue and excess fat and skin are removed. The facial muscles are then tightened, improving the contours and appearance of the face. The skin is then reattached using stitches or staples. The overall result is usually a noticeable reduction of sagging and age lines in the face. Patients come away with a refreshed, younger-looking, and more vibrant appearance.

At Hospital Angeles Tijuana, cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Miguel Parra, performs the standard full Face Lift as well as a Mini Face Lift that will focus either on the lower face, or the upper face with temporal region. Either Mini Lift can be done with or without the eye area. The full Face Lift includes brows, eyes, neck, liposuction and cementoplasty (tying of the muscles under the chin so that you don’t have the dropped jowl). Incisions are made in front of the ear and can go around the back of the ear if needed.