Facelift in Greenwich, CT & Westchester, NY
With age comes wisdom. But along with this insight, we may also find our skin begins to sag, adding additional years to our appearance. A facelift (also called a face lift or rhytidectomy) can help to erase some of those years, leaving you with a younger, more refreshed youthful appearance while maintaining the integrity of your natural facial contours. Facelift surgery is a surgical procedure designed to address facial aging, signs of aging, and facial sagging by tightening facial skin, repositioning facial tissues, and supporting underlying tissues for a more youthful appearance.
Known for carefully considering her patients’ aesthetic desires, Dr. Sandra Margoles never leaves a patient with that frozen or surprised look. Too often, we’ve all come to identify this appearance as the result of too much facial cosmetic surgery. Instead, you’ll enjoy a youthful, refreshed look. A facelift with Dr. Margoles will help enhance your natural beauty with little to no visible scarring. Facelift results can last for many years. To achieve the most desirable benefits, some facelift patients also choose to have a neck lift or eyelid surgery (eyelid lift) as part of their facial rejuvenation plan. For patients seeking facial rejuvenation surgery, combining procedures can enhance facial contours across the face and neck.
Ready to receive the best facelift results and experience in Greenwich, Fairfield County, CT? Reach out to board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Margoles and her team by calling (203) 869-2939. You can also contact us by completing our online form today.
Dr. Margoles is a wonderful surgeon. After visiting a few surgeons that I was not happy with their bedside manner, a friend of a friend recommended Dr. Margoles. She did an amazing job. She is very patient, polite and kind. I look great and feel wonderful.
Am I a candidate for a facelift?
When you meet with Dr. Margoles for your consultation, she will discuss your surgical procedure in detail, including cost, recovery time, follow-up appointments, and medications. She will also show you before and after pictures to help you understand what to expect from your facelift procedure. In addition, Dr. Margoles and her staff are always available to answer any questions you may have. Your medical history, any medical conditions, and any previous surgeries will be reviewed to plan safe care.
The Best Candidates For Facelift Have:
- Excess fat deposits
- Hanging jowls
- Excess skin and loose skin/sagging skin
Facelift Surgery Details
Patients who smoke will have to stop for up to two weeks before and after the procedure.
Your facelift surgery is an outpatient procedure that will last for two to three hours. You will receive local anesthesia combined with sedatives or general anesthesia. You will be in the recovery room for one hour following surgery, after which you will be sent home. All facelift patients must have a responsible adult with them to return home and should have a responsible adult to stay the night.
Following your facial rejuvenation procedure, a compression dressing will be applied and removed within 24 hours. To limit swelling, you may be advised to keep the head elevated (head elevated) and follow aftercare instructions carefully.
Length: Two to three hours
Anesthesia: IV Sedation
In/outpatient: Outpatient
Recovery: Swelling, bruising, minimal – moderate discomfort; Back to work three days, strenuous activity two to three weeks
Results: six to eight weeks lasting eight to ten years
Risks: Bleeding, infection, rare cases of nerve injury
Best Facelift Surgeon in Greenwich and Westchester
It is crucial to partner with a board certified surgeon who has your best interest in mind, has many positive reviews, has performed countless facelift procedures, and is board-certified. By choosing Dr. Margoles, you have checked each of these boxes— and much more.
- She has studied and worked at Harvard, Yale, Dartmouth, and the World Health Organization (WHO).
- She is board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
- She is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
- She dedicates her time to ensure your experience is pleasant, positive, and rewarding.
- Strives to provide her patients with optimal results in the safest way possible.
Patients frequently comment on the compassion, integrity, attention to detail, and down-to-earth demeanor Dr. Margoles brings to every case.
Dr. Sandra Margoles is a board-certified female plastic surgeon operating a private practice in Greenwich, CT. Dr. Margoles’s specialties include breast augmentation, breast reduction, liposuction, facelift surgery, eyelid surgery, and more. Having trained extensively at some of the world’s most esteemed institutions, including Harvard Medical School and Mt. Sinai Medical Center, Dr. Margoles is well-equipped to provide her patients with outstanding facial plastic surgery results. Above all, Dr. Margoles values her patients’ safety, well-being, and happiness. Learn more about Dr. Margoles’s philosophy, training, and qualifications here.
As experienced cosmetic surgeons in facial aesthetics, our team focuses on natural results that preserve facial expression by respecting facial anatomy and facial muscles while supporting deeper tissues.
Facelift Aftercare & Recovery
You will receive detailed post-surgery care instructions and Dr. Margoles and her staff will be available to answer any questions or concerns. It is important to follow Dr. Margoles’ instructions carefully to ensure the best results and an easy recovery.
Recovery times vary. Most patients are up and about within two days and look and feel much better within the first three weeks. Many return to work within 10 days. Any initial scarring can be covered with concealer. Scarring will fade and flatten as you heal. Facelift recovery varies by the type of surgical facelift performed, and swelling can be reduced by following instructions to keep the head elevated and wear compression as directed.
Some patients experience a double chin or neck laxity, and a neck lift can be added to improve the face and neck transition.
FACELIFT RECOVERY CHART
It may have a Fluffy outer dressing that may be removed in twenty-four hours. You may shower in twenty-four hours. Some cases may wear a neck compression strap for three to five days.
You should limit exercise to walking. Sutures in front of the ears are removed after a week, and the remaining sutures or staples after two. Gently wash incisions with soap and water and apply Vaseline or Bacitracin to incisions daily.
Other sutures will begin to dissolve. Swelling and bruising have subsided.
There will be some swelling that remains, subsiding within a couple of months. The final results are near. You can begin to exercise.
After three months, most patients realize optimal results. There may be a continual improvement for over a year.
Eight to ten years.
Your Facelift Consultation with Dr. Margoles
During your consultation, Dr. Margoles will listen to your needs that will provide the most beautiful and natural results.
You and Dr. Margoles will discuss your procedure in detail, covering topics such as:
•Pre- and post-operative instructions
•Treatment cost
•Recovery time
•Follow up appointments
•Medications
Dr. Margoles will also show you Facelift before and after pictures, which will offer a clearer picture of what to expect from the procedure. In addition, she and her Greenwich staff are always available to answer any questions you may have.
During consultation, we’ll discuss whether you may benefit from a traditional facelift, mini facelift, SMAS facelift (superficial musculoaponeurotic system facelift), or, in select cases, deep plane facelift techniques for more thorough lifting of deep facial tissues.
Contact Us To Learn More About Facelift Surgery & Schedule A Consultation
To learn more about facelift surgery and schedule your consultation with Dr. Margoles, call (203) 869-2939. Our office is conveniently located minutes from I-95 and the Merritt Parkway, easily accessible for those traveling from Fairfield County, Connecticut, and Westchester County, New York.
GREENWICH & Westchester FACELIFT FAQS
How long does a facelift procedure take?
A typical facelift procedure lasts between two to three hours. The duration may vary depending on the complexity of the individual case and whether additional procedures are performed simultaneously. If a neck lift or brow lift is included, surgery time may be longer.
What is the recovery time for a facelift?
Most patients are up and about within two days and look and feel much better within the first three weeks. Many return to work within 10 days. Full recovery, including the fading and flattening of scars, can take several months. Facelift recovery may also include using compression and keeping the head elevated to minimize swelling.
Are the results of a facelift permanent?
While a facelift can provide long-lasting results, it does not stop the aging process. The benefits of a facelift can last for many years, but factors such as gravity, lifestyle, and genetics will continue to affect your skin over time. Facial aging continues, but a facelift resets visible signs of aging like deep folds and sagging skin.
Will I have visible scars after a facelift?
Dr. Margoles takes great care to minimize scarring. Incisions are typically made in inconspicuous locations, such as the hairline and natural creases of the face. Any initial scarring can usually be concealed with makeup and will fade over time. In rare cases, permanent hair loss along incision lines can occur; your board certified surgeon will review risks and prevention strategies.
Is a facelift painful?
Patients are under anesthesia during cosmetic surgery procedures like facelifts and typically experience minimal pain afterward. Any discomfort can be managed with prescribed pain medications. Most patients report feeling tightness rather than pain.
Can a facelift surgery be combined with other procedures?
Yes, a face lift surgery is often combined with other procedures such as an eyelid surgery (eyelid lift), or brow lift to achieve comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Combining procedures can also be more cost-effective and convenient. Some patients also ask about laser treatments or skin quality improvements for sun damage and skin tone, or nonsurgical facelift options such as dermal fillers (liquid facelift) as maintenance.
How do I prepare for a facelift consultation?
Before your consultation, consider your aesthetic goals and any concerns you may have. Be prepared to discuss your medical history, including previous facial plastic surgery, medications, and lifestyle factors. Dr. Margoles will provide detailed information about the procedure, recovery, and expected outcomes. We’ll also discuss whether you’re a better fit for a surgical facelift or a nonsurgical facelift, based on your facial tissues, skin laxity, and goals.
What is the difference between a mini facelift and a traditional facelift?
A mini facelift focuses on mild to moderate facial sagging—often along the jawline—using shorter incisions and less extensive lifting. A traditional facelift/traditional facelift surgery addresses more significant sagging skin and deeper folds across the mid and lower face and neck. For some patients, a deep plane facelift may provide more thorough lifting by repositioning deeper tissues and deep facial tissues rather than only tightening superficial layers.
What is an SMAS facelift?
An SMAS facelift (superficial musculoaponeurotic system facelift) is a technique that lifts and supports deeper facial tissues for a natural, longer-lasting result. The surgeon lifts the SMAS layer and underlying tissues to restore facial contours while protecting facial expression.
Can fillers replace a facelift?
Some patients may benefit from a liquid facelift using dermal fillers for temporary volume and mild lifting. However, a liquid facelift does not remove excess skin, address deep wrinkles, or reposition deeper tissues the way facelift surgery can. A nonsurgical facelift can be helpful for early signs of aging, but it cannot replace invasive surgery when sagging skin and excess skin are significant.