Many of Dr. Diamond’s patients have a hard time determining when they should start thinking about a facelift—how soon is too soon? This blog will discuss the signs you might be ready for a facelift, as well as some non-surgical alternatives offered by Dr. Diamond in case you aren’t quite ready for surgery.
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When Is the Best Time for a Facelift?
Since plastic surgery is always custom with Dr. Diamond, there really isn’t a “best” age or time to have a facelift. Instead, we base facelift candidacy on the specifics of your concerns and goals, as well as your facial anatomy.
Here are some facial aging signs that it might be time for a facelift:
- Loose, sagging skin throughout the mouth, jawline, and chin
- Deep facial wrinkles around the mouth and nose
- Excess skin and droopy pockets of fat
A facelift is considered the ultimate procedure when it comes to facial rejuvenation; no other procedure targets the exact issues that come with natural aging.
During a facelift, Dr. Diamond:
- Lifts the deep tissues and structures of the face to restore a stronger foundation
- Excess skin is gently redraped for a natural-looking result
- Fat pockets are either removed or repositioned
Facelifts are also considered permanent if you maintain your results and you have your procedure at the optimal point in your facial aging. This means that while we don’t place a number on when to get a facelift, we do look for specific qualities in your skin and tissues that determine the quality of your results.
For example, skin elasticity is a big factor for facelift candidates, as healthy skin with more elasticity will hold the results of a facelift for longer, improving the longevity of your procedure.
So, what if you feel young and think you look young, but you’re not sure?
We understand that it’s not always so clear-cut when it comes to aesthetics. Dr. Diamond always takes a comprehensive approach to facial rejuvenation, and for most patients, a combination of surgical and non-surgical approaches is often best.
Are There Non-surgical Alternatives to a Facelift?
Yes and no. A facelift provides the highest level of revision for sagging skin and loose tissues in the face. No other surgery or non-surgical treatment can compare when it comes to skin tightening and restructuring of the tissues. However, there are many options for more subtle facial rejuvenation for those who don’t quite need such a dramatic result—or those who just want to avoid surgery.
Diamond InstaFacial®
Do you have lackluster skin with increasingly visible fine lines and wrinkles? Are your cheeks a little less plump, your skin less bouncy? While these are seemingly minor issues (and a facelift would likely be overkill), they can still detract from your appearance and self-confidence.
What you need is a boost to collagen production, a PRP pick-me-up, and some skin rejuvenation with the Diamond InstaFacial®. This treatment is designed to support more youthful, healthier skin for all skin types and facial concerns. Each step is custom to your specific needs, but the general treatment includes the four following core steps:
- Lights and laser treatments for pigmentation concerns, pore size reduction, or collagen stimulation
- PRP injections to stimulate collagen, improve elasticity, and heal the skin from within
- Microneedling with PRP for skin cell cycling, gentle exfoliation, and even more collagen production
- A soothing collagen mask
Diamond Skin Tightening
Loose skin is the primary cause of facial aging; as the skin folds in on itself, deep wrinkles and creases begin to form. Loose skin also softens the edges of facial contours, contributing to a loss of facial shape. If loose skin is getting you down, we have some non-surgical solutions, such as Diamond Skin Tightening.
With this comprehensive program, Dr. Diamond creates a custom treatment plan that incorporates one or more laser treatments, featuring little downtime and recovery for quick, noticeable results.
Dr. Diamond will choose the best laser and frequency of treatment for the parts of your face and body you wish to focus on so you can start feeling your best and experience taut, youthful skin without surgery.
Diamond Facial Contouring and Diamond Facial Sculpting®
Another common concern that advances facial aging is a loss of volume; as we age, we lose plumpness that makes up the contours of our faces. The cheeks, under eyes, and mouth are most noticeably affected, although it varies.
As the volume decreases, the face can look haggard, hollow, and undefined. The skin, too, becomes more susceptible to fine lines and wrinkles. Restoring volume to the face supports a more youthful structure and “fills in” some mild wrinkles.
Diamond Facial Contouring is a signature, non-surgical procedure designed by Dr. Diamond to incorporate fillers into facial rejuvenation for a comprehensive result. By injecting dermal fillers into the soft tissues of the face (tear troughs, nasolabial folds, lips), Dr. Diamond improves facial symmetry and restores an overall youthful bounce.
Diamond Facial Sculpting® focuses on restoring a stronger structure to the bony aspects of the face. With this treatment, Dr. Diamond uses injectable fillers to define the jawline, chin, nose, and temples. This treatment is unique in that Dr. Diamond injects the filler deep into the tissues, just above the bone, to actually change the structure and angles of the facial features.
Want to Learn Which Facial Rejuvenation Option Is Best For You?
The best way to determine which option (or combination of options) is right for you is by scheduling a consultation with our facial rejuvenation expert, Dr. Diamond. He will examine your face, listen to your concerns, and create a unique treatment plan that incorporates the best treatments to get you the results you want.
Call the Diamond Face Institute today at (310) 859-9816 or fill out our online contact form.