Facelift Toronto

Complete Facelift Procedure

During the procedure, the facial plastic surgeon will lift the upper layer of the skin along with the deeper SMAS layer, which includes the muscles that control facial expressions. Because the SMAS is also repositioned, the surgeon can achieve natural, long-lasting results by addressing the underlying cause of facial sagging rather than just tightening the skin.

Who Is the Best Candidate for SMAS Facelift Surgery?

SMAS facelift is recommended for patients with advanced signs of aging and sagging facial features in the lower part of the face – think jowls, double chin, deep nasolabial folds, etc. Your facial plastic surgeon will evaluate your facial tissues and recommend a complete facelift if you have the following signs of aging:

• Deep wrinkles
• Sagging facial skin
• Jowls or a double chin
• Loss of facial volume
• Uneven jawline or cheek contours

The deep plane face lift surgery goes even below the SMAS layer, with the surgeon releasing facial ligaments to reposition the facial structures more significantly. With this deep-plane technique, a more noticeable lift can be achieved, especially in the cheek area. Because of this approach, the surgeon can achieve natural-looking results that remain stable for many years.

Deep Plane Facelift Procedure

There are 2 types of deep-plane facelift procedures:

• With a composite deep plane facelift, the facial tissues are dissected at the level of the SMAS. During the surgery, the skin is lifted and repositioned together with the underlying SMAS layer to achieve long-lasting and natural results.
• A bi-lamellar deep plane facelift is more invasive, with the facial tissues being dissected below the level of the SMAS. With this technique, the surgeon lifts and repositions the skin and the SMAS layer separately.

Who Is the Best Candidate for Deep Plane Facelift Surgery?

A deep plane facelift is more invasive than a SMAS facelift, but it can deliver even more drastic results. As such, the deep plane facelift surgery is typically performed on men and women with significant signs of aging in the lower part of the face, including nasolabial folds, jowls, and marionette lines. During your consultation appointment, your facelift surgeon in Toronto will carefully examine your face and neck to determine whether a SMAS facelift or a deep plane facelift is required to achieve your desired results.

A mini facelift in Toronto is an excellent option for patients looking to address early signs of aging along the jawline and midface. The mini facelift procedure requires a smaller incision than a regular facelift, typically starting at the mid-temple and ending just beyond the earlobe.

Mini Facelift Procedure

As with more invasive facelift procedures, there are different surgical approaches to perform a mini lift, including:

• skin-only mini facelift
• endoscopic mini facelift
• SMAS elevation mini facelift
• deep plane mini facelift

Mini facelift procedures are performed under general anesthesia and typically take 2 to 3 hours. During the procedure, the facial plastic surgeon carefully lifts and repositions the skin and the SMAS layer, achieving a natural and long-lasting result.

Who Is the Best Candidate for Mini Facelift Surgery?

Mini facelift surgery in Toronto is ideal for men and women in their 40s who have started noticing age-related changes in the midface, including sagging cheeks, jowls, and loss of jawline definition. Note that a mini facelift will not address an aging neck. Age-related changes in the neck may require a more involved facelift procedure.

Endoscopic facelift in Toronto is ideal for patients experiencing early to moderate facial aging, especially in the upper face, midface, and cheeks. This technique uses tiny incisions and a small camera (endoscope) to provide the surgeon with a clear view of the underlying structures, allowing for precise tissue repositioning with minimal scarring.

Endoscopic Facelift Procedure

The endoscopic facelift is typically performed under general anesthesia and takes about 2 to 3 hours. Unlike traditional facelift techniques that require longer incisions, the endoscopic approach involves several small incisions hidden within the hairline or behind the ears. Through these incisions, the surgeon lifts and repositions the deeper facial tissues like the SMAS layer and fat pads. The skin is also gently repositioned. Because less skin is removed, the recovery time is typically faster than with traditional facelifts.

Who Is the Best Candidate for Endoscopic Facelift Surgery?

An endoscopic facelift is best suited for patients in their late 30s to 50s who are experiencing mild to moderate sagging in the cheeks, brows, or midface. It is especially beneficial for patients who want noticeable yet subtle rejuvenation without the downtime or scarring of a full facelift. Patients with significant skin laxity or aging in the lower face and neck may be better suited for more comprehensive facelift techniques.

If you are looking for a scarless facelift option, consider getting a ponytail lift. With this type of surgery, all incisions are hidden within the hairline, with minimal scarring concealed by the hair – even when you wear your hair in a ponytail.

Ponytail Lift Procedure

While traditional facelift surgeries include incisions in front of the ear, a ponytail facelift involves small incisions hidden in the scalp, behind the central forehead and temples. Ponytail lifts are often performed with an endoscopic camera for enhanced accuracy.

Who Is the Best Candidate for Ponytail Lift Surgery?

A ponytail facelift is ideal for patients who notice early age-related changes to their appearance and would like to slightly enhance their temple, brow, and mid-face areas. This technique does not address the neck area, so the surgery is ideal for patients who are happy with the way their neck looks.