The S-Lift is a mini-facelift that
provides an overall lift to your neck
and the lower third of your face.
Compared to a traditional facelift, it
is a quicker operation with fewer
complications and a much faster
recovery. The S-Lift is particularly
well suited for middle-aged and younger
patients and can make a dramatic change
in the way you look by tightening
sagging muscles and skin of the cheeks,
chin and neck.
An S-Lift is performed using tumescent
local anesthesia and may be combined
with facial and neck liposuction.
Results from your S-Lift can be further
enhanced with subsequent laser
resurfacing to smooth wrinkles and
provide greater skin contraction.
Who are the best candidates for
an S-Lift?
The best candidates for an S-Lift
procedure are those patients that:
are in good health
are typically between 30 to 60
years old
have mild to moderate lower
facial and/or neck laxity
have realistic expectations
want to stay ahead of the aging
process.
The procedure
An S-Lift procedure may be performed
in our Manuka office or in an
outpatient surgical facility.
Pre-medication is generally
recommended to relax the patient. An
S-Lift is performed using a special
anesthetic solution, which is
injected in the area forward of the
ears. This fluid gently lifts the
skin from the underlying tissue.
Operating on one side of your face
at a time, your surgeon excises a
narrow "S" shaped section of skin
from the area forward of your ear.
The skin is lifted and the surgeon
tightens and re-positions
the underlying muscles and tissues.
Excess fat is removed. The opening
is closed using fine sutures. The
procedure normally takes less than 2
hours.
What are the main benefits to an
S-Lift?
A natural look
Quicker recovery time
Minimal complication risk
Minimal scars
No hair loss
FACE BEFORE
FACE AFTER
FACE BEFORE
FACE AFTER
Are the results permanent?
Following surgery, the normal aging
process resumes. Your lifestyle
choices, bone structure, skin type,
sun exposure and heredity all play a
part in determining how many years
can be removed by an S-Lift and for
how long. In general, younger
patients enjoy longer-lasting
results.
How will I look after surgery?
The changes following your S-Lift
can be dramatic, as illustrated in
these photographs. The use of
smaller instruments and fluid to
separate the skin from underlying
tissue results in an almost
bloodless procedure.
After your procedure, you will go
home and rest for at least 24 hours.
There may be some minor bruising and
swelling for a day or two. You will
wear a small bandage over the
incision site for the next two to
three days. Mild pain relievers may
be needed. After that, you may take
a shower and wash your hair. Men may
shave their face.
Sutures will be removed after 6-7
days. Direct sun should be avoided
for several weeks. Most of our
S-Lift patients resume normal
activities after 4 to 5 days, some
choose to return to work
immediately.
Our S-Lift patients love the fact
that after their S-Lift they don't
look like they had surgery. They
just look great and years younger.
Is an S-Lift for you?
If excess or lax facial or neck skin
is bothering you, an S-Lift may be
your answer. However it is still
important to consult with your
doctor regarding this and all other
procedures to ensure a desirable
outcome is achieved.
