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The minilift is a plastic surgery procedure designed to tighten loose skin in the lower third of the face and neck. The procedure can improve the appearance of jowls or heavy cheeks. Good candidates for the minilift include healthy patients who have jowling and either minimal or no neck laxity.
Dr. Moynihan performs the minilift in an outpatient surgical center using local anesthesia or sedation. The procedure takes two to three hours to complete. The incision for the minilift is completely hidden in the area around the ear. Once the incision is made, permanent sutures are used to tighten the underlying musculature and liposuction is used to remove excess fat in the neck.
Recovery after the minilift takes about one week. Patients may experience some bruising and swelling, and the skin may feel tight or numb. Any discomfort that patients experience usually fades quickly and can be controlled with medication. In one week, the stitches are removed and patients can return to work. Light exercise may also be resumed after one week, though more strenuous exercise will need to be postponed for about two weeks.
Q - What is the minilift?
The minilift is a plastic surgery procedure which tightens loose skin in the lower third of the face and neck, improving the appearance of jowls, or heavy cheeks.
Q - Who is a good candidate for a minilift?
Healthy men and women who have jowling and either minimal or no neck laxity may be good candidates for the minilift.
Q - What happens during the minilift consultation?
During the consultation, your face will examined, your medical history taken, and your goals discussed. The details of the minilift, including the technique, the anesthesia, the recovery, the risks and the costs, will all be explained.
Q - Where are minilift performed?
Dr. Moynihan performs minilifts in an outpatient surgical center.
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