Since every patient has different requirements, not everyone will benefit from the same type of facelift. Each type of facelift is designed to address specific concerns, which is why every surgical process needs to begin with a consultation with a qualified surgeon who can advise you accordingly.
If you’ve started looking into facelifts as a way to address some of the most noticeable signs of ageing, you’re probably wondering about the differences between a traditional, mid and mini facelift.
Here is what you need to know.
Mid and Mini vs. Traditional Facelifts
The Traditional Facelift
The traditional facelift is talked about the most and was once the go-to procedure for lifting and rejuvenating the face. A full facelift is designed to address more advanced stages of facial ageing by targeting the neck, jawline and cheeks. During a traditional facelift, incisions are made along the hairline so that the underlying tissue, muscle and fat can be accessed and adjusted. A traditional facelift goes beyond just tightening the skin of the face and neck and leads to deep, rejuvenating results.
The Mid-Facelift
Unlike a traditional facelift that targets several different areas, a mid-facelift only targets the cheeks, which tend to droop with age. During a mid-facelift, a specific technique is used to reposition the tissue of the cheeks, while also restoring fullness and creating youthful contours. Elevating the cheek pad also has the knock-on effect of improving the appearance of the lower eyelids.
The Mini Facelift
A mini facelift only targets the lower half of the face and is ideal for patients who have minimal sagging skin on the face and neck. Most mini facelift patients are in their late 30s or 40s and are showing early signs of ageing. The procedure is also suited to those who require minor correction after a full facelift. The mini facelift has fast become one of the more popular facelift options because fewer incisions and less downtime is required. This mini facelift procedure details page will provide you with more information on this option.
Preparing for Your Facelift
To determine which facelift procedure is right for you, you will need to schedule a consultation with a qualified and experienced facelift specialist. During your consultation, a facial examination will be performed in order to diagnose any anatomical problems.
Your surgeon will also take the time to understand what you’re looking to achieve before recommending a surgical option. You may also find that your surgeon recommends adding additional non-surgical procedures to your treatment plan in order to achieve your desired result.
For example, undergoing a mini facelift will tighten the skin of your lower face but if you still have deep lines across your forehead and wrinkles around your eyes, you won’t be achieving the end result you’re hoping for, which is why you may want to consider treatments such as fillers and anti-wrinkle injections as a way to achieve complete facial rejuvenation and to maintain your results.
Once you’ve decided on a facelift, your surgeon will provide you with a set of instructions that will help you prepare for a successful procedure.