Most of your scars will be hidden within the hairline or within normal lines and creases in front of and behind the ears. The scars can usually be easily concealed by the hair and with the judicious use of makeup. Using an endoscope, the plastic surgeon can smooth and tighten the skin and muscles through very small incisions that are easily concealed. Depending on the areas of the face and neck which require correction, incisions may be placed in the lower eyelid, upper gumline, beneath the chin or behind the ears. After facelift surgery, you will experience some temporary skin discoloration and perhaps a tightness or numbness in the face and neck.
Healing is gradual, so expect to wait several months for optimal results.
Since your skin will remain somewhat sensitive for a few months, protection from the sun, including daily use of sunblock, is essential. You can wear cosmetics shortly after surgery. At Sando Jones Aker, we include a complete facial skin care package in your surgical procedure. A series of microdermabrasion treatments and a complete line of skin care products, including camouflage cosmetics, help prepare your skin before and after your surgical procedure. We offer several different financing options for your cosmetic surgery.