An alternative to a full facelift, a mini facelift, popular in New York, is an excellent alternative to a traditional SME Facelift or a Deep Plane Facelift, especially for patients who do not demonstrate extreme degrees of skin or muscle laxity along their jawline and neck or a significant loss of mid-facial fullness.
A good candidate for a mini facelift is someone under fifty who possesses good skin elasticity and is in good health. A full facelift (or SME Facelift) is a more extensive procedure that addresses patients with moderate to severe signs of the aging process, including jowls, extensive muscle and skin laxity, and mid-facial volume loss.
This facelift technique can make patients look 5-10+ years younger, rejuvenating their appearance and feelings. A mini facelift falls between injectable fillers like BOTOX and Restylane and a more invasive, traditional facelift.
The mini-lift involves shorter incisions, less anesthesia, and fewer risks. It’s an excellent option for patients who are cautious about undergoing more extensive surgery or cannot devote as much time to recovery.
Although Dr. Kopelman pays close attention to minimizing visible scarring, a mini facelift naturally offers less potential for such scars. Since there are smaller incisions in this procedure, concerns about scarring are reduced compared to a traditional facelift.
As always, Dr. Kopelman ensures that your results look natural, with no apparent signs of having had a procedure. He strategically places incisions at certain angles and behind the hairline to make them less visible.
Additionally, a mini facelift is often a more affordable option for patients seeking a smaller financial commitment. Your mini facelift can save you thousands of dollars, as it can be performed under local anesthesia, avoiding facility and anesthesia fees.
The friendly staff at Dr. Kopelman’s office is happy to help you schedule your consultation, surgery, and post-operative follow-up appointments.
However, it’s important to note that a mini facelift doesn’t provide the same results as a full facelift. It’s best suited for patients with mild to moderate signs of aging seeking a less invasive procedure to reduce facial wrinkles and lift sagging skin. Dr. Kopelman often recommends the mini facelift to patients with mild aging signs, minor skin laxity, and jowling.
Moreover, since a mini facelift is a smaller-scale procedure, it does not address neck sagging as much as a full Lower Facelift. If you want to tighten moderate loose skin below the jawline, Dr. Kopelman’s traditional NYC facelift surgery may be a better option.
“Dr. Kopelman is TRULY Great!! When it comes to a facial plastic procedure, he is the best around. His whole drive is to deliver high quality natural results. I had a facelift and my eyes done in New York City by Dr. Kopelman and now I look really great. I could not thank him enough for the time he spent with me to deliver the results I wanted. Thank you!!!”
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During your initial consultation at Dr. Kopelman’s office, he will review your unique characteristics and specific concerns. You will have an opportunity to discuss your goals and expectations and ask any relevant questions you may have. Dr. Kopelman will determine if you are an ideal candidate for a mini-facelift (also known as a short scar facelift) or a traditional facelift.
Following a mini-facelift, you can expect a more energetic, youthful appearance. Top Rated and Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Joel Kopelman has performed 10,000+ Facial Cosmetic Surgery procedures and received outstanding five-star reviews and testimonials.
Patients with early signs of facial laxity who desire a fast recovery and minimal risks are ideal candidates for a mini-facelift.
Patients with early signs of facial laxity who desire a fast recovery and minimal risks are ideal candidates for a mini-facelift.
A mini facelift procedure requires mild sedation and local anesthesia. When Dr. Kopelman performs mini-facelifts, he is meticulous about making sure that his end results are scarless. He makes a small incision symmetrically along the front of both ears, from which he is then able to strengthen and elevate the facial muscles or remove any lax skin.
A mini facelift in New York may take about two to three hours to complete. To achieve the most natural-looking results, Dr. Kopelman often combines a mini facelift with other cosmetic procedures (non-surgical and surgical procedures), such as eyelid surgery (eyelid lift), browlift, neck lift, lip lift, or cosmetic injections.
A mini facelift in New York may take about two to three hours to complete. It is common for Dr. Kopelman to combine a mini-facelift with other procedures such as an eyelid lift, browlift or cosmetic injections.
| Mini Facelift | Traditional Facelift | |
| Average Candidate Age Range | The majority of candidates are between 30-50 years old | Candidates typically range from anywhere between 40 and 70+ years of age |
| Surgery Time(varies on patient-to-patient basis) | Approx. 1-2 hours | Approx. 3-4 hours |
| Anesthesia? | Local only, awake, no sedation necessary | General Anesthesia or sedation anesthesia required |
| Recovery Period | Patients only need to take about 3-5 days off work/their daily routine; Swelling should largely subside within 4-7 days; Full recovery occurs between 2-3 weeks | Patients are advised to plan to take off about 7-10 days from work/daily routine; Swelling can last up to two weeks; Full Recovery in 4 Weeks |
| Results | Visible results for up to 7-10+ years, depending on upkeep and particular skin quality | Visible results for 10-20 + years, depending on upkeep and particular skin quality |
After your mini facelift in New York City, patients are able to go home on the same day. You should expect to have mild discomfort with some mild swelling and bruising around your face for the next two weeks. Throughout your recovery, Dr. Kopelman will guide you on how to maximize your results from a mini-facelift by informing you what to expect during your recovery.
Frequently asked questions
about a Mini-Facelift
Dr. Kopelman will review your medical history and the prescription and non-prescription medications you may be taking. You must stop all blood thinners at least two weeks before surgery to minimize bleeding and post-operative bruising and swelling.
In addition, if you smoke, you must refrain from smoking for two weeks before surgery because it may negatively effect the outcome of your healing process. Avoiding strenuous activity and excessive sun exposure is also necessary to achieve that more youthful appearance you’re looking for.
Dr. Kopelman will review the surgical options available to you and answer any questions you may have. Prior to surgery, you will be able to meet with our caring nursing staff that will be part of your team. A mini-facelift is usually performed under local anesthesia with intravenous “twilight’” sedation.
The procedure takes approximately two hours. The goal of a mini facelift is to reposition sagging soft tissue through a short incision. Fat below your chin and neck will be recontoured with liposuction. Underlying sagging muscle will be tightened, and excess skin will be trimmed. Fine sutures will be hidden within your natural creases around your ears.
The facelift recovery procedure starts after the surgery, a gauze dressing will be applied under your chin and in front of your ears. These dressings will be removed the next day. Some swelling and bruising are expected following surgery.
This usually resolves rapidly over an approximately one to two-week period. Side effects of a mini-facelift can be minimized by avoiding any blood thinners prior to surgery. Most patients typically experience little or no discomfort, but if there is any, it is easily controlled with over-the-counter pain medication.
You will be examined by Dr. Kopelman and his nursing staff the next morning. Sutures will be removed in 5 to 7 days following the mini facelift surgery. You can resume your daily activities within one week and your exercise routine within two weeks.
Incisional scars will be hidden in the natural creases of your face and ears and in time they will be barely visible. To ensure that you have the best possible results, Dr. Kopelman will examine you at regularly scheduled intervals to monitor your progress. Most patients return to work about 7 to 10 days after the mini facelift surgery.
Cosmetic surgery will “turn back the clock,” but you will continue to age. Each individual ages at a different pace, so it is difficult to predict how long the benefits of a mini facelift will last. On average, most people derive between five and ten years of benefit from a mini facelift.
A mini facelift procedure in the Manhattan, New York, area can cost between $45,000 and $80,000, depending on the extent of the procedure, the surgeon’s experience, the facility’s location, and any additional services or treatments included in the package.
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