Which Type of Facelift Is Right for Me? 3 Options to Consider

At one time, the word “facelift” referred to one cosmetic procedure — an often quite obvious one. Today, it can mean different things, though in some cases, a traditional facelift is still the best route to getting a younger, freshened look.

Dr. Stephen Chen works to help you meet your specific goals, so if you come to his office inquiring about a facelift, he will ask you many questions to determine the best way to help you meet your goals. After talking to him, you may decide that one of the options discussed here is your best option. 

Brow lift 

If, like many others, your brow makes you look older, more tired, or even angrier than you are, a brow lift could be better than a facelift to help you look more like yourself.  Deep horizontal lines and skin folds that droop toward your eyes can add years to your appearance.

During a brow lift, Dr. Chen repositions the skin, muscle, and connective tissues that allow your brow to sag. This smooths the horizontal lines and gives you a more rested and refreshed appearance. 

Eyelid surgery

Does it seem as if your eyelid has disappeared? Hooded upper eyelids and sagging lower eyelids can give you a tired, aged look. Eyelid surgery, sometimes called blepharoplasty, can correct the look, giving you a more youthful appearance. 

Eyelid surgery can correct skin that hides the fold of your eyelid, skin that sags at the corners of your eyes, wrinkles beneath your eyes, and bags or dark circles under your eyes. For some people, sagging eyelids can impair their vision, so surgery is more than simply a cosmetic issue. 

Both eyelid surgery and a brow lift can be performed in combination with a traditional facelift, but you may find that one of these procedures can help you achieve your goals. Another option worth considering is a nonsurgical facelift. 

Nonsurgical facelift

You may think of injectables such as Botox® and dermal fillers as temporary fixes or methods for correcting small problems. The fact is that you can achieve remarkable results with injectables that can often be maintained. 

Injectables can be a good way to see how you feel about a certain look without permanently committing to it or a good way to reach your goal without the downtime and recovery period you’d need with traditional surgery. Discussing the option with Dr. Chen is the best way to determine if injectables are the right choice for your situation.

A traditional facelift, either alone or in combination with another procedure, maybe the best way to achieve the look you want. Talking about your options with a skilled, experienced expert like Dr. Chen is an important step in the decision-making process. Schedule your appointment at Dr. Chen’s office in Richmond or Midlothian today.