Mini Face Lift: Face Lift on the Go
By Kyle Donley | Published on August 13, 2009 | 0 Comments
So if you consider yourself to be a cheaper, busier Joan Rivers, you won’t want to miss out on these “weekend” face lifts.
Have you ever thought, “I feel like getting a face lift but only a little bit.” Or, “I feel like getting a face lift but I’m too busy.” Or the third, “I feel like getting a face lift but I don’t have the funds.” Well, luckily for you, the mini face lift solves all three of those problems. So if you consider yourself a cheaper, busier Joan Rivers, you won’t want to miss these “weekend” face lifts.
What is it?
The mini face lift, also known as the “weekend” face lift or “s” face lift, is a relatively new cosmetic procedure that specifically targets the neck, cheeks, and jawline. It basically uses the same techniques as a standard face lift except instead of treating the entire face it focuses on the lower third of the face. As with a standard face lift, small incisions will need to be made, most commonly behind the ear and beneath the chin.
Two primary methods are used within the practice of mini face lifts that patients can either get done individually or combined; these are known as anterior or posterior. The anterior mini refers to work being done solely on the lower face, whereas the posterior mini specifically targets the neck and jowl area. Therefore, the posterior mini is often referred to as a neck lift. Furthermore, mini face lifts can either be endoscopic or non-endoscopic. Endoscopic treatment requires the use of a small camera that is inserted beneath the skin which helps aid the surgeon as he removes excess fat and reshapes muscles. Non-endoscopic treatment does not require a camera, but rather more continuous incisions and the turning over of skin to more readily expose the area being treated.
In any case, the basic procedure of a mini face lift involves the surgeon gently lifting skin from the underlying tissue. The surgeon will remove a narrow “s” shaped section of skin, at which point the skin will be lifted and the underlying muscles and tissues will either be tightened or repositioned.
Who needs it?
Ideal candidates for the mini face lift are those who are beginning to notice the first stages of sagging skin and wrinkles. So, if you’re in your 30s or 40s and are beginning to notice slight signs of aging, you may want to consider a mini face lift before you go all in with the more expensive, standard face lift. Also, be mindful that mini face lifts are ideal for targeting specific problem areas, primarily in the lower third of the face. Therefore, if you have worry lines from constantly furrowing your brow, a mini face lift is not the answer.
Also, if you’re an aging politician or celeb (What? I’m sure lots of celebs read these blog articles) a mini face lift could be just what you need to compete with those younger, hotshot competitors with their tight faces and smarmy attitudes. Considering that the mini face lift is less invasive than a full-on face lift, and therefore less noticeable, it is ideal for those who are constantly in the spotlight. Even you, public access weatherman, should consider a mini face lift.
Benefits
Due to the minimized invasive nature of the procedure (especially when compared to a standard face lift), mini face lifts greatly reduce the risk of scarring, as it requires less incisions than a normal face lift. Additionally, the results are generally long-lasting, with a shelf life usually around seven to 10 years, depending on lifestyle (so, if you chain smoke and hang out with Mickey Rourke a lot, you’ve been warned).
However, the biggest benefit to mini face lifts is the reduced price when compared to a standard face lift. It can be performed relatively quicker (one to two hours), requires less anesthesia, and patients can return home shortly after the procedure; all these factors directly contribute to the reduced cost.
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