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By John D. Verghese, M.D.
We are all concerned about the effects of time on our looks. As part of the aging process the skin undergoes many changes. There is often thinning of the dermis (deep layer of the skin) and the formation of wrinkles. This laxity (looseness) of the skin causes jowls to form around the jawline and tends to hang under the chin causing that undesirable “turkey gobble”. In addition to natural aging other factors such as sun exposure and smoking can accelerate skin damage. How many times have you looked in the mirror and pulled back the skin around your jaw and neck to see how you’d look?
Fortunately, there is an effective and relatively simple procedure to reverse the aging process: the mini-facelift. This procedure is minimally invasive and targets the major issues of excess skin around the jawline and neck. The end result is a youthful and smooth contour of the lower face and neck.
Gone are the wrinkles and hanging skin. The procedure is commonly done with only local anesthesia in the office setting. This eliminates the risks of anesthesia and greatly reduces the costs associated with the hospital or surgery center. The procedure generally takes no more than 2 hours and patients can return to work the next day. The recovery is remarkably simple with no need for wraps or drainage tubes.
Stitches are removed in about a week. The scarring is minimal as well, incisions are carefully placed in front of the ear and then around the lobe and tucked behind the ear. Women with longer hairstyles can easily conceal them from day one. As the healing process continues the sca rs fade away.
The result is a fresh new you often achieving a look about 10 years younger. Risks are minor and only a few will report some bruising or swelling. The minilift is suitable for both men and women who want to look the way they feel, vibrant and energetic.
In fact, those who have had a regular facelift in the past may benefit from a little “touch up” since there will be no new scars. The mini-lift can also benefit those who have lost a significant amount of weight and now find they have extra skin around the neck and chin. The procedure actually removes
the extra skin and tightens up the deep tissues from the inside for a longer lasting result. Diet, nutrition and exercise are all vital components in keeping us healthy but sometimes we just need a little extra help to turn back the clock and that’s precisely what a mini-lift can do for you, in no time at all.
KEYS PLASTIC SURGERY & DERMATOLOGY
John D. Verghese, M.D.
9975 Tamiami Trail North
Suite 4, Naples, FL 34108
239-260-1139
