Facelift San Franciso

If you are considering having a facelift in San Francisco, turn to Dr. Joel B. Brink, a board certified plastic surgeon who provides excellence in his surgical technique. You can view before and after photos of former patients that have undergone a facelift procedure at our San Francisco plastic surgery facility.

Facelifts are very popular because almost everybody looks better after having one. However, there are many variations of facial surgery and different goals. The face can be divided up into lower, middle, and the upper, which is the forehead. Specific procedures exist for improvement of each of these areas. Facial rejuvenation usually requires tightening and repositioning of the deeper soft tissue structures of the face as well as the skin. When there are fine lines in the skin, as seen with some patients, some resurfacing is necessary. Note that the color and texture of the skin are improved if this is done

Most patients first become aware of facial aging when it affects the neck. As gravity pulls on the soft tissue of the face, stretching and sagging cause accumulation in the central neck. This tissue is repositioned back to its higher position during a facelift. Simpler, more direct excisions of excess tissue in the neck are sometimes done for patients with limited expectations. Some patients, more often men, accumulate large amounts of fatty tissue in the neck as they age. They often have no interest in having a complete facelift, but only want the neck improved. This tissue can be removed either directly or with liposuction. Tightening the skin is then usually done with a standard facelift where incisions are hidden around the ear. The patient below presents a typical situation

The classic looseness in the jowl region is usually a primary motivation for seeking facial rejuvenation. The telltale signs of a facelift are often found around the ear where the incisions are made. Our patient's scars are very difficult to find even on close inspection. An otherwise good facelift is ruined if the ears appear distorted and scarred. Problems around the ear can be difficult to correct, so it is best to see examples of your surgeon's work before you commit to surgery.

If you are interested in a facelift , San Francisco plastic surgeon, Dr. Joel Beck, would be happy to consult with you and discuss all your options. Dr. Beck is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Call (650) 570-6066 or use our online form to schedule a consultation with Dr. Beck.