Wanting to look youthful, energetic and attractive is desired by many men as they begin to notice aging on their face. Gone are the days when men were expected to just accept looking older. A male facelift is the best plastic surgery procedure for men to erase several or more years from the face. At City Facial Plastics in NYC, we offer male facelifts that are designed to help you look like yourself, only many years younger.
A male facelift is a cosmetic surgical procedure used to reverse apparent indications of aging in the face and neck in order to achieve a smoother, younger, and more contoured face. Facelifts include smoothing out wrinkles and folds, getting rid of any excess skin, as well as tightening the facial tissue. It won’t include an eye lift or a brow lift, as such procedures are additional procedures, which, however, can be done at the same time with a facelift.
A facelift targets the sagging skin and tissue in the lower face and neck that is common with aging. The skin loses elasticity, allowing deep lines and wrinkles to form. The jowls and jawline can start to sag, and a double chin or turkey neck may alter the facial profile. To combat these issues, small, discreet incisions are made near the ear to access the skin and tissue, removing excess skin and elevating the tissues of the lower face and neck. The result is firmer skin and a more defined, masculine jawline and neck that looks youthful and attractive.
Dr. Gary Linkov is committed to delivering the most natural-looking surgical results that preserve the patient’s masculine features while necessitating the shortest recovery times possible. He constantly works with each patient to make them look as attractive or handsome as possible while concealing any evidence of surgery.
A neck lift is appropriate for individuals with considerable neck sagging but no obvious facial aging. Although many patients get a stunning, natural-looking rejuvenation with a neck lift, the operation may not be ideal for all patients since some age problems may be better addressed by expanding surgical planning to include the upper or central face.
A neck lift and facelift are frequently combined into a single operation for seamless cosmetic and functional results.
The male facelift procedure is the best way to achieve optimal facial rejuvenation, a more youthful contour of the male face and neck, a sharper, more defined jawline, and address skin laxity and sagging. Individuals that are thought to be the best candidates for a facelift often share several characteristics, including:
Your doctor will order some blood work or a presurgical evaluation before the procedure. You might need to stop taking certain medications, or you might need to adjust your dosage before the procedure. Your plastic surgeon might ask you to no longer smoke and to stop using aspirin, anti-inflammatory pain relievers, or herbal supplements to help reduce the risk of bruising and bleeding. You will also need someone to drive you to and from the procedure because you will be under general anesthesia.
Speak to your doctor about all uncertainties or questions that you might have regarding the process. Make sure to strictly follow the instructions that have been provided to you by the specialist, whether this is regarding the phase before or after the surgical procedure. By doing so, you can reap the best results from your facelift.
During a facelift, a /testimonials/ will reposition the fat and tissue under the skin to smooth out creases, remove excess skin, and lift and tighten facial skin. A facelift procedure will depend on what your results are supposed to be. Usually, an incision will be made near the temples, in the hairline. This incision will go in front of the ear, hugging the earlobe and back to the lower scalp located behind the ears. Any fat and additional skin can either be removed or repositioned. The muscle and connective tissue underneath it will be tightened and redistributed.
In cases of minimal skin sagging, you might only need a mini lift. During a mini lift, shorter incisions will be sufficient. If you are getting a neck lift instead of a facelift, the fat and excess skin need to be removed. The skin then gets tightened and pulled up back. To do so, surgeons often use an incision that is made under the chin. Such incisions use dissolvable sutures or skin glue. However, there might be cases where you might need a follow-up procedure to get the stitches removed. The stitches are made to blend in with your facial structure and hairline, making them less visible. Once the procedure is done, you can expect to have bandages to wrap your face, as well as a surgical drainage tube.
After the surgical procedure, you will get pain medication prescribed. You might suffer from some swelling and bruising, and the medication will help you to get through this stage. You will also be given instructions on how to care for your drains and dressings. As soon as the swelling goes down, you will notice a difference in how you look. However, it will take months before your skin begins to feel normal again. It is recommended that you give yourself two weeks before you go back to your regular activities.
When it comes to strenuous activities, such as exercising, it is best to allow yourself up to four hours. It is also important that you help extend the results of your procedure by using moisturizer daily, protecting your skin from the sun, and living a healthy lifestyle. Knowing that the results after a facelift aren’t always guaranteed is important. You might not be able to get the results that you are looking for after only one surgery. In some cases, you might need subsequent surgery.
A facelift costs an average of $8,000. However, additional charges, such as anesthesia costs, surgical center costs, and other related expenses, also need to be considered.
If you have to sag along the jawline and neck, that is, making your jowls look heavier and older, a facelift may be right for you. Many men also choose to combine a facelift with eyelid surgery if they have bags under the eyes or droopy upper lids that make them look tired. Dr. Linkov will go over all the options available to help you look like a younger version of yourself. Contact our office on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to schedule a consultation with Dr. Linkov. He will help you explore your options for cosmetic anti-aging procedures.
I met Dr. Linkov for a consultation. He spent quality time with me, going over what I was interested in having done and the best ways to achieve that. He has excellent rapport with clients along with high quality training and education. I wanted to start with some fillers to fill out my lips in certain places and did 3 areas of Jeuveau. His touch was so painless and I did not have any bruising whatsoever. I already see results and his filler placement was done with such perfection. I’m so happy with his work. I will be having a neck and lower face lift in the fall and I will only trust his expertise and hands. He really made me feel cared for, comfortable and valued. I highly recommend seeing Dr. Gary Linkov.
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Dr. Linkov is a double board-certified by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery. A native of New York, Dr. Linkov graduated as a salutatorian from Cornell University and received his Medical Degree at Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dr. Linkov conducted advanced head and neck cancer research at the world-renowned Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. Dr. Linkov is a former Adjunct Assistant Professor at New York University (NYU), where he taught Rhinoplasty.
Dr. Linkov is a top-rated facial plastic surgeon in New York who specializes in lip lift, facelift, rhinoplasty, and hair transplant. He has been named one of the top 5 lip lift surgeons in the United States, is listed in the prestigious SuperDoctors New York™ registry, and has appeared on the Dr. Oz Show, where he discussed the state-of-the-art hair transplantation procedure.
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