Your Facelift in Denver, CO With Dr. Slenkovich
Facial shaping procedures include a traditional facelift, as well as a forehead lift, cheek lift, and fat grafting. These procedures can be performed individually or in combination, depending on the needs and desires of the patient. As a highly regarded Denver facelift surgeon, Dr. Slenkovich conducts thorough consultations to assess each patient’s facial structure, aesthetic needs, and desires and to recommend the best combination of facial rejuvenation procedures.
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Facial Rejuvenation
Q&A With Dr. Slenkovich
Facelift Overview
Preparing for Surgery
Facelift Recovery
How Much Does A Facelift Cost?
Mini-Facelift
Mid-Facelift
Deep Plane Facelift
Facelift FAQ
What procedures can be combined with a facelift?
Facial Rejuvenation at its Best
A Younger You: Fresh and Natural
Facial Surgery Qualifications
A Look at Our Surgery Center
Learn More About Facelift
Facial Rejuvenation
Because they are often performed in conjunction, we have included an overview of each of the most common facial shaping procedures on this page. For more information on any procedure, please feel free to call us. We will be happy to answer all of your questions or schedule an initial consultation for you. Financing options are also available for our facelift and other facial rejuvenation procedures patients.
Preparing for Surgery
Deciding to undergo plastic surgery is a huge decision. We know that you may be feeing nervous, scared, or excited and have many questions. Our team is here to help you every step of the way.
Facelift Recovery
Facelift recovery varies from patient to patient. Minimal initial discomfort is controlled with oral medication. Sutures are removed within 7-10 days. Bruising and swelling decrease substantially within 10 to 20 days. The final result of a facelift is fully evident in four to six weeks or even sooner, while continued improvement is noticeable for several months. Depending on the extent of surgery and any adjunctive procedures, many Denver facelift patients are able to return to light-duty work within two weeks.
When a facelift is being performed, it is common to perform a cheek lift (mid-face lift) at the same time through the facelift incisions to further assist in restoring a more youthful facial form.
How Much Does A Facelift Cost?
At Colorado Plastic Surgery Center, we aim to provide clear, accurate quotes for surgery that allow you to plan ahead and devote the appropriate resources to your procedure. Costs typically include the surgeon’s fee, facility fees, anesthesia fees, post-operative garment fees, and others. Facelift surgery usually ranges from $15,000 to $27,000, depending on the extent of the work performed. If additional procedures such as the neck, blepharoplasty, or brow lift are combined with your facelift, pricing will climb accordingly.
Mini-Facelift
A “mini-facelift” resolves sagging in the lower face and upper neck. This type of facelift procedure is often appropriate for patients who do not have extreme facial sagging. The procedure involves smaller incisions, less bruising, and, typically, a shorter recovery time. Our Denver facelift team employs new surgical techniques that make it possible to restore a more youthful look for women or men who seek facial rejuvenation that appears fresh and natural, with the majority of the aging skin and tissue on the lower section of the face, including:
- Jowls
- Deep facial creases from nose to mouth
- Lack of jaw definition
- Sagging upper neck skin and tissue
- Drooping cheeks
Mid-Facelift
As its name implies, the mid-facelift addresses sagging in the cheeks. It is appropriate for those clients that do not yet suffer from neck banding or jowling. The mid-facelift provides a middle ground between non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedures and a full facelift, offering subtle, natural results that are more dramatic and long-lasting than can be achieved with dermal fillers and injectables alone.
Because the mid-facelift is slightly less invasive than a conventional facelift, there is less scarring and less downtime to contend with. Dr. Slenkovich pursues a conservative approach that preserves your unique facial expressions and individuality while beautifully minimizing age-related ptosis in the midface.
Deep Plane Facelift
A deep plane facelift is able to accomplish cosmetic goals far beyond just pulling back the skin and tightening the SMAS muscles. It can help to create long-lasting solutions to hanging jowls, nasolabial folds and drooping in the cheeks by repositioning the underlying ligaments and tissues that create movement in the face.
This type of facelift provides results that are completely natural-looking and that do not give away the fact that a cosmetic intervention has been performed. A deep-plane facelift has multiple benefits, including less trauma to the outer layers of the skin, a quicker recovery process, and soft, organic facial movements that avoid the common tightness associated with conventional facelifts.
Facelift FAQs
What Should I Expect During My Denver Facelift Procedure?
Expect to be placed under general anesthesia. Depending on the extent of the procedure, expect the procedure to take from two to six hours. A mini facelift may take only two hours where a full facelift could require up to four hours. Often if a facelift is being done in conjunction with another procedure, such as a rhinoplasty, it will require more time.
Where Are the Incisions Made?
Incisions for facelifts depend on the area being targeted. A full facelift would include incisions in the hairline to access the forehead and in the creases around the ears for the lower face and neck.
Will There be Visible Scarring?
Scarring should not be visible as the incisions are made in areas that are not typically observable, such as within the hairline. Also, they are very small incisions, carefully and expertly sutured. They typically leave only very fine scars once fully healed.
Will My Face Look Stiff or Pulled?
Your face will never look stiff or pulled if your facelift is done by an experienced professional such as our board-certified, Denver plastic surgeon, Dr. Nick Slenkovich. A minimalist approach is always taken to ensure that the results look organic and beautiful.
What Part of the Face is Being Lifted?
The musculature and fascia (fibrous tissue surrounding muscle) below the skin is lifted. This creates a far more natural look on the surface and lasts longer than just tightening the skin alone.
What is Fat Grafting and What is the Purpose of Fat Grafting?
Fat grafting is when fat is taken from another part of your body and transferred to your face to replace lost volume or smooth wrinkles and creases. This may be an option, rather than injectable fillers, as the results will last longer. Fat grafting is typically for the cheeks or temples that lose volume with age. This creates a smoother and more youthful contour to the face.
How Long Will a Facelift Last?
This depends on the extent of the facelift, your age, and your genetics. A full facelift can last for 10 years or longer. Although it does not put a pause on aging, it can help to turn back the clock and give your face a much more youthful appearance and contour.
What Can I Do to Aid Recovery?
To ensure the quickest and most comfortable recovery it is important to follow our surgeon’s recovery directions. This means putting yourself in a position where you are able to rest and relax, avoiding any moderate to strenuous activity during the crucial first few weeks of healing. Keeping your head and face elevated, especially while you sleep, is key to reducing swelling and discomfort from your procedure.
Are There Any Risks Associated With a Facelift Procedure?
There are risks of bruising and swelling, but these subside within the first few weeks. Other risks include infection and bleeding, but these can be minimized by choosing an experienced and board-certified plastic surgeon and by carefully following all post-operative recovery instructions, resting, eating healthy foods, and staying hydrated. Complications are rare.
Facial Surgery Qualifications
In addition to being a board-certified head and neck surgeon, Dr. Slenkovich is also a board-certified plastic surgeon. These certifications are vitally important when choosing a plastic surgeon for your facelift and other facial contouring procedures. Visit our credentials page for more information as to why these certifications are so paramount when choosing a facelift surgeon and what they actually mean to you.
A Look at Our Surgery Center
Colorado Plastic Surgery Center was designed from the ground up by Dr. Slenkovich. We combine two operating rooms, consultation rooms, overnight patient rooms, a clinic, and office space, all under one roof for an intimate and personal feel.
