University of Virginia Plastic Surgery
1300 Jefferson Park Avenue 4th Floor
Charlottesville, VA 22908
Phone: (434) 924-1234
Location Hours: Monday–Friday | 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The talented plastic surgeons at UVA Plastic Surgery perform facelift and neck lift surgery in Charlottesville and Fishersville, Virginia, to expertly address signs of facial aging for women and men from Richmond, Roanoke, and surrounding areas. While facial plastic surgery can help patients look years younger, natural-looking results require a surgeon, such as those on our world-class team, who has in-depth knowledge of facial anatomy plus specialized training and experience in advanced surgical techniques.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
Healthy women and men, typically age 40 and above, who want long-lasting facial rejuvenation are good candidates for a facelift. Often combined with a neck lift, the facelift addresses the lower 2/3 of the face by providing one or more of the following improvements:
Patients who are interested in a minimally invasive facelift alternative may choose a nonsurgical facelift, which is accomplished with a combination of a neuromodulator, such as BOTOX® Cosmetic, and dermal fillers, such as JUVÉDERM®.
A neck lift can improve the appearance of a double chin by removing excess skin and fat, tightening the neck muscles, and creating greater distinction between the jawline and neck.
However, patients interested in a nonsurgical approach may wish to consider KYBELLA® injections, which cause submental (under the chin) fat to melt away over the course of several weeks. While the improvements are more gradual, the fat reduction is permanent, and the improvements can be enjoyed so long as the patient maintains a stable weight.
As innovators actively involved in advancing and refining aesthetic surgery techniques, our plastic surgeons are experienced in a complete range of facelift techniques, including:
Our surgeons are diligent about attention to detail when performing facelift surgery. They personalize each procedure to the patient’s degree of facial aging, tissue quality, aesthetic goals, and overall health. For desired results, our surgeons may combine the facelift/neck lift with brow lift surgery to extend improvements into the upper face.
At UVA Plastic Surgery, our highly regarded surgeons offer expertise and personalized care for a rewarding patient experience.
Meet Our SurgeonsOur plastic surgeons typically perform facelift surgery as an outpatient procedure using either local anesthetic with IV sedation or general anesthetic. The incisions for a deep plane facelift usually begin at the temples, continue along the face’s natural contours in front of the ears, and end in back of the ears. Mini facelift incisions are typically limited to the front of the ears. If a neck lift is included, an additional incision is made under the chin. Through the incisions, the surgeon may:
Once complete, the skin is redraped and tightened, and the excess is trimmed away. The incisions are then carefully sutured closed. The surgeon may use fat grafting to restore fullness to the cheeks and fill out hollows around the eyes.
Keeping the head elevated at all times for the first few days after surgery can help minimize swelling. Most facelift patients are surprised that there is minimal discomfort after surgery. Our surgeons administer advanced pain medication during surgery to keep patients as comfortable as possible.
Most full facelift patients are ready to return to non-strenuous work in about 2 to 3 weeks, while mini facelift patients typically require 5 to 7 days of time off. While facelift procedures typically provide significant rejuvenation, individuals should be patient during recovery.
To meet with one of the world-class plastic surgeons at UVA Plastic Surgery in Charlottesville or Fishersville, request a consultation using our online form or call (434) 924-1234 for an appointment
