Mini Facelift

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Mini Facelift Dr. Manuel Gutierrez Romero

A mini facelift is a procedure that tightens the skin and addresses mild sagging for a smoother appearance. As you age, it is common to notice changes in your facial characteristics. Sagging jowls, facial volume loss, and age-related changes to your skin, such as sun spots, can increase your perceived age and affect your self-esteem. With a mini facelift, we can refresh your appearance and make smaller modifications to your complexion without the downtime or longer incisions of a full facelift. Although a full facelift is an effective option for patients with severely sagging skin, a mini facelift is ideal for patients with mild signs of facial aging.

Dr. Manuel Gutierrez Romero, a plastic surgeon with decades of experience, is one of the best facelift surgeons in Mexico. He has helped many patients improve their appearance with customizable procedures that provide lasting results. At the Cosmetic Surgery and Bariatric Surgery Center, we offer affordable cosmetic surgery in Tijuana to make treatments accessible to those who need them.

Contact our office in Tijuana or call (619) 572-8981 to learn more about how a mini facelift can transform your appearance for a smoother, more youthful-looking complexion.

About the Mini Facelift

A mini facelift tightens the skin along the lower face and upper neck to improve the appearance of the jowls. Gravity, sun exposure, and lifestyle choices can all affect the appearance of your skin. UV exposure can also affect your appearance because it alters the structure of the fibroblasts, which creates collagen and elastin proteins. (1)

Specialists performed more than 78,000 facelifts in 2023, (2) and thousands of patients undergo mini facelifts each year.

Mini vs. Traditional Facelift

A mini facelift can address mild facial aging and skin sagging with less recovery time compared to a traditional facelift. A traditional facelift can address more severe signs of sagging with longer incisions for patients who would benefit from more extensive adjustments. During a mini facelift, Dr. Gutierrez can tighten the skin and the network of connective tissue beneath the cheekbones known as the SMAS layer–the superficial musculoaponeurotic system. (3) As you age, the facial muscles naturally weaken, and adjusting the SMAS layer provides an impactful lifting effect that can help you look more youthful. With a mini facelift, Dr. Gutierrez can make these changes with smaller incisions to minimize scarring.

During your consultation, Dr. Gutierrez can examine your skin to determine the best approach.

Benefits

Undergoing a mini facelift can provide many benefits, including:

  • Facial Rejuvenation: We can lift the deeper tissues and tighten the skin for a smoother, more youthful appearance.
  • Less Recovery Time: You can return to your normal activities soon afterward and enjoy a quicker recovery than that of a traditional facelift.
  • Natural-Looking Results: Modifying the SMAS layer creates a subtle lift that can help you look younger, and the small incisions are typically easy to conceal.
  • Minimal Scarring: Unlike a traditional facelift that requires longer incisions, we can make short incisions to tighten the skin for a smoother appearance.
  • Customizable Treatment: Dr. Gutierrez can adjust your skin and deeper tissue based on your underlying anatomy and unique aesthetic goals.
  • Smoother Skin: You can enjoy fewer wrinkles and fine lines after the treatment for a more youthful appearance.
  • Improved Self-Confidence: You can enjoy feeling better about yourself with a smoother complexion and a more youthful look.

Candidates

Suitable candidates for a mini facelift are usually struggling with visible signs of aging, such as:

  • Sagging skin
  • Facial volume loss
  • Jowl development

You are likely a good candidate for the procedure if you are in good overall health and have realistic expectations. You will discuss your goals with Dr. Gutierrez to help him determine the best treatment approach for your needs.

Consultation

During your consultation, you must discuss your medical history, current medications, and lifestyle. Dr. Gutierrez will ask about your expectations and perform a physical examination to create a treatment plan for your aesthetic goals. If you have more severe signs of facial aging, he may recommend a traditional facelift to address them.

If you have a condition that could affect your ability to undergo anesthesia, we must discuss it to determine the most effective treatment plan for you at one of the best plastic surgery clinics in Tijuana.

Preparation

To prepare for a mini facelift, you will need to:

  • Avoid medications and supplements that thin your blood
  • Stop using nicotine and smoking for 6 weeks before and after the procedure
  • Fill prescriptions ahead of time
  • Arrange for someone you trust to drive you home
  • Take time off work
  • Avoid excessive sun exposure that could damage your skin
  • Reschedule abrasive medspa treatments and chemical peels

Dr. Gutierrez may provide additional instructions to help you prepare. You must follow them carefully.

Procedure

During your procedure, our team will cleanse your skin and administer anesthesia. You will likely receive local anesthesia with sedation, but in some cases, patients receive general anesthesia. We will let you know the best option for you during your consultation.

Dr. Gutierrez will make discreet incisions to access the SMAS layer and tighten the skin for a smoother appearance. Afterward, he will place sutures and dress the area. The procedure typically takes 2-4 hours, depending on the condition of your skin and the complexity of your treatment plan.

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Recovery

Although recovery from a mini facelift requires minimal downtime, you must take steps to help your incisions heal properly. You must keep your head elevated and avoid bending over with your head below your knees. It’s common to experience discomfort or swelling around the incisions, which can be easily managed with a cold compress or medication.

Most patients return to work and regular activities after 1-2 weeks, and Dr. Gutierrez will let you know when you are cleared to return to work during your follow-up appointment. After he removes the dressings, it is important to avoid excessive sun exposure, which could cause the incisions to form into scars.

Results

Mini Facelift Dr. Manuel Gutierrez Romero

After a few weeks, you can enjoy the full effect of your facelift. If you take good care of your skin, you can enjoy smoother, firmer skin. The procedure also improves your jawline definition and self-esteem. With proper skin care, your results can last for several years.

The Cost of a Mini Facelift in Tijuana

The cost of the procedure will depend on the complexity of your treatment plan and the condition of your skin. During your consultation, we can provide an all-inclusive quote to help you achieve your goals. Dr. Gutierrez is also one of the best cosmetic surgeons for face, breast, mommy makeover, BBL, male surgery, rhinoplasty, and hair transplant procedures.

Our affordable cosmetic surgery in Mexico can help you transform your appearance with lasting results. Many patients turn to us because we consistently provide results that improve quality of life. If you are participating in medical tourism for cosmetic surgery, we welcome patients worldwide and can provide information about the best accommodations.

Contact our office in Tijuana or call (619) 572-8981 to learn more!

FAQ

How Long Do Results Last?

Mini facelift results generally last between five to ten years, depending on individual factors like age, skin type, and lifestyle.

What Age Should I Consider a Mini Facelift?

Individuals typically range from their late 30s to early 60s for this procedure, but what matters most is that the candidate feels bothered by sagging skin in the lower face or jowls.

Can I Combine Other Procedures with a Mini Facelift?

Absolutely! Many patients choose to combine their mini facelift with other treatments such as eyelid surgery or neck lift for comprehensive rejuvenation.

How Can I Maintain the Results of my Mini Facelift?

Maintaining a good skincare regimen, protecting your skin from sun damage, and adopting a healthy lifestyle can prolong the results of your mini facelift.

How Do I Know If I Am A Good Candidate For A Mini Facelift?

If you have mild to moderate signs of sagging skin or drooping, we can likely address them with a mini facelift. Your eligibility for the procedure will be determined at your consultation.

Is A Mini Facelift Painful?

No, we use anesthesia during the procedure to help keep you comfortable.

What Are My Alternatives To A Mini Facelift?

This will depend on the condition of your skin and your medical history. We can discuss the best options during your consultation.

References

  1. Chaudhary M, Khan A, Gupta M. Skin Ageing: Pathophysiology and Current Market Treatment Approaches. Current Alzheimer Research. 2019;16(1). doi:https://doi.org/10.2174/1567205016666190809161115
  2. American Society of Plastic Surgeons ® Endorsed Partner. https://www.plasticsurgery.org/documents/news/statistics/2023/plastic-surgery-statistics-report-2023.pdf
  3. Hatan Mortada, Najla Alkilani, Halawani IR, et al. Evolution of Superficial Muscular Aponeurotic System Facelift Techniques: A Comprehensive Systematic Review of Complications and Outcomes. JPRAS Open. Published online June 1, 2023. doi:https://doi.org/10.1016/j.jpra.2023.06.003