Facelift in NYC

At Murray Hill Plastic Surgery & Vein Center, we perform expert facelift surgery to help restore to patients their revitalized, youthful appearance. The effects of sun damage, aging, and daily stress find expression in the face. They can produce loose facial skin, deep creases, jowls, and volume loss. A facelift reverses these effects and reestablishes harmony in the face.
Our facelift specialist, Dr. M. Zakir Sabry, designs each of his facelifts to maintain facial expressions and personality while enhancing one’s innate beauty. His advanced techniques minimize scarring, produce permanent results, and ease recovery. We aim to provide our patients with tailored solutions to their desired aesthetics.
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What Is a Facelift?

Facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that tightens loose facial skin, smoothes deep creases, and revitalizes facial contours. During this surgery, Dr. Sabry repositions facial tissues, removes loose skin, and shapes the jawline and mid-face. The goal is facial harmony and balance without an overly tight or artificial look.
Many patients undergo a facelift because visible facial indications of aging or stress affect their self-image and how they perceive themselves. The surgery is most commonly performed using incisions in and along the ears and hairline. They are carefully placed to minimize visible scarring and produce permanent, rejuvenated results.
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Facelift Techniques

At Murray Hill Plastic Surgery & Vein Center, we offer several different types of facelifts to cater to different needs and facial structures of patients.

The mini facelift is less invasive than a traditional one. It is designed to address premature facial aging of the lower face. This technique can correct mild laxity of the skin, jowls, and sagging along and below the jaw and cheeks. Therefore, it is suitable for people in their 40s and 50s who want less dramatic rejuvenation. Unlike a full facelift, a mini facelift has smaller incisions, less recovery time, and less time off.

For patients with mild to moderate facial aging, Dr. Sabry can also recommend the short scar facelift (MACS Lift). This procedure is performed through a smaller incision than in a traditional facelift. It is placed directly below the earlobe and tightens the muscles and skin in the upward direction. This technique is an option for those who want facial rejuvenation but less scarring and quicker recovery.

Some people are not suitable for surgery or are scared to do it. So, Dr. Sabry can suggest a liquid facelift, which is performed using dermal fillers (Restylane®, Juvéderm™, Radiesse™, Voluma™, Sculptra™) and neurotoxins (Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®). They fill in facial volume and smoothen wrinkles. Results, though not surgical, are short-term, and maintenance is required. Multiple patients start with a liquid facelift before advancing to surgical solutions.

The traditional facelift is the most comprehensive approach, appropriate for severe to moderate facial aging. Dr. Sabry makes incisions along the temples, in front of and behind the ears, and to the bottom of the scalp. Then, he repositions and tightens facial fat, sculpts and tightens muscles, and removes excess skin. This approach redefines the jawline, erases fine lines, and reestablishes volume.

A deep plane facelift procedure is an advanced surgical technique of tightening and repositioning the deeper facial tissues rather than pulling on the skin. Unlike a traditional facelift, which tightens superficial skin, the deep plane facelift surgery repositions muscles (SMAS), fat pads, and ligaments for longer-lasting, more natural rejuvenation. This approach is especially appropriate for severe facial sag, deep creases, and volume loss in the mid-face.

The mini facelift is less invasive than a traditional one. It is designed to address premature facial aging of the lower face. This technique can correct mild laxity of the skin, jowls, and sagging along and below the jaw and cheeks. Therefore, it is suitable for people in their 40s and 50s who want less dramatic rejuvenation. Unlike a full facelift, a mini facelift has smaller incisions, less recovery time, and less time off.

For patients with mild to moderate facial aging, Dr. Sabry can also recommend the short scar facelift (MACS Lift). This procedure is performed through a smaller incision than in a traditional facelift. It is placed directly below the earlobe and tightens the muscles and skin in the upward direction. This technique is an option for those who want facial rejuvenation but less scarring and quicker recovery.

Some people are not suitable for surgery or are scared to do it. So, Dr. Sabry can suggest a liquid facelift, which is performed using dermal fillers (Restylane®, Juvéderm™, Radiesse™, Voluma™, Sculptra™) and neurotoxins (Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin®). They fill in facial volume and smoothen wrinkles. Results, though not surgical, are short-term, and maintenance is required. Multiple patients start with a liquid facelift before advancing to surgical solutions.

Traditional Facelift

The traditional facelift is the most comprehensive approach, appropriate for severe to moderate facial aging. Dr. Sabry makes incisions along the temples, in front of and behind the ears, and to the bottom of the scalp. Then, he repositions and tightens facial fat, sculpts and tightens muscles, and removes excess skin. This approach redefines the jawline, erases fine lines, and reestablishes volume.

Many patients undergo a facelift because visible facial indications of aging or stress affect their self-image and how they perceive themselves. The surgery is most commonly performed using incisions in and along the ears and hairline. They are carefully placed to minimize visible scarring and produce permanent, rejuvenated results.

A deep plane facelift procedure is an advanced surgical technique of tightening and repositioning the deeper facial tissues rather than pulling on the skin. Unlike a traditional facelift, which tightens superficial skin, the deep plane facelift surgery repositions muscles (SMAS), fat pads, and ligaments for longer-lasting, more natural rejuvenation. This approach is especially appropriate for severe facial sag, deep creases, and volume loss in the mid-face.

Facelift Procedure Explained

First Consultation and Preparation
In the initial meeting with a patient, Dr. Sabry examines various aspects such as facial anatomy, skin quality, and signs of aging to determine the right approach. After that, the surgeon talks about what the patient expects from the operation, makes additional recommendations as necessary, and goes through the patient’s medical records.
Next, the patients return two weeks before surgery for preoperative consultation, where they receive a full list of preoperative directions. For example, blood thinning medications, alcohol, and sun should be avoided to reduce risks. Moreover, in case of a surgical treatment, Dr. Sabry may also ask to conduct a blood test.
  • Marking and Anesthesia: On surgery day, Dr. Zakir Sabry carefully marks incision sites along the temples, ears, and hairline to ensure minimum scarring. Then, our anesthesiologist administers the local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia to ensure comfort to the patient.
  • Incisions and Realignment: Next, once the anesthesia has taken effect, Dr. Sabry incises marked areas. He repositions and lifts facial tissues through incisions, tightens muscles, and removes excess skin to restore facial definition. Then, our surgeon sculpts or redistributes fat, if required, to sharpen facial contours, primarily along the jawline and mid-face. In short scar facelift (MACS Lift) patients, an incision is confined below the earlobe. This minimizes invasion and makes recovery quicker.
  • Closing Incisions: Once Dr. Sabry has attained the desired facial shape and repositioned the facial skin, he closes incisions in fine sutures to ensure proper healing and less scarring. The entire surgery can take two to four hours, depending on how complex it is.
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Recovery After a Facelift

Immediate Recovery
After the surgery is performed, our patients should stay under the observation of our staff for some hours until the anesthesia wears off. During that time, Dr. Sabry checks whether the recovery starts smoothly. Patients may experience mild pain, swelling, and bruising, which are all normal. In this case, our doctor can prescribe some medications to alleviate pain. Besides, he may suggest applying cold compresses to minimize swelling.
For the first three to four weeks after a facelift, patients should also wear a compression bandage to assist in supporting tissues while they heal and reduce swelling. The stitches are removed in 4 to 7 days, depending on how well the recovery is going. During this time, patients should avoid serious activity, heavy lifting, and sun. Most of them can return to work in two weeks. 
The swelling subsides further over the following three to four months, revealing the final, rejuvenated facial silhouette. The effects of a facelift can last and look natural if followed by proper sun care, healthy living, and good skin care. So, patients can remain young and rejuvenated for many years with minimum maintenance. Dr. Sabry recommends scheduling some postoperative visits, ensuring each patient achieves the best possible outcome.

Candidates for a Facelift

A facelift is designed for those who want to reverse outward signs of aging and regain their younger appearance. These are some of the key reasons one is eligible to undergo this procedure:
Sagging Facial Skin
One of the foremost reasons patients seek to undergo a facelift is to tighten loose, sagging skin in the jaw, cheek, and neck area.
Deep Wrinkles and Furrows
Those with prominent nasolabial folds, marionette lines, or facial wrinkles that do not improve with nonsurgical treatment can undergo this procedure.
Loss of Facial Contours
If the cheeks appear hollow or the jawline lacks definition, a facelift can restore volume and firmness, creating a more youthful contour.
Jowls or Loose Neck Skin
Many facelift patients have loose, lax skin along the neck and lower face. This surgery, especially combined with a neck lift, can help fix the problem.
Stable Weight
The candidates should be in or near their ideal body weight before surgery to ensure they achieve permanent results. Drastic gain or loss of weight can affect facial structure and minimize results duration.
Non-smokers
Nicotine slows recovery and increases the risk of complications. The best candidates should be non-smokers or willing to abstain from smoking at least 6-8 weeks before surgery.
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Benefits of a Facelift

Cost of a Facelift in NYC

The average cost of a facelift in New York City ranges between $10,000 and $25,000. The price of this facial plastic surgery consists of the surgery itself, anesthesia, operating fees, and postoperative care. The total can also vary, depending on how complex the surgery is, which facelift is performed, and whether or not other facial rejuvenation procedures (such as eyelid surgery) are performed in conjunction with the facelift. Candidates for this surgery should consult Dr. M. Zakir Sabry to discuss their facial anatomy and goals and get their quotes.

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Murray Hill Plastic Surgery & Vein Center: The Best Destination for a Facelift in NYC

At Murray Hill Plastic Surgery & Vein Center, patients receive state-of-the-art care, innovative techniques, and individualized treatment. Our facial plastic surgeon, Dr. M. Zakir Sabry, provides tailored facelifts that preserve natural beauty and regain youthful vitality. In a state-of-the-art facility committed to excellence, we provide a warm, caring experience from consultation to recovery.