Millions of patients have undergone some type of facial surgery in order to enhance their appearance and reclaim their confidence. Before scheduling your initial consultation, it is beneficial to take a look at some of the most popular cosmetic surgeries and what you can do to prepare for them.
Facelifts
In the United States alone, over 128,000 facelifts are carried out every year. Also called a rhytidectomy, a facelift helps to create a more youthful appearance by tightening and toning skin on the lower half of the face. This procedure is a great option for patients who are struggling with loose skin, wrinkles and extra soft tissue along their jowls.
In addition to full facelifts, many patients now opt for mini lifts. A mini facelift surgery provides many of the same benefits as a traditional facelift, but it is less invasive. This type of surgery gently enhances a patient’s natural features and can often be carried out in as little as 90 minutes.
A recent study found that over 217,000 rhinoplasties are carried out every year, and this makes it the second most popular form of cosmetic surgery. Instead of addressing a larger treatment area, a rhinoplasty focuses on the patient’s nose. Every single rhinoplasty is slightly different because every patient has different cosmetic goals. Some wish to reduce the size or width of their nose while others would like better nasal symmetry. Patients who are considering a rhinoplasty procedure will be glad to hear that these operations can often be completed in just two hours.
Facial Implants
Facial implants can be placed in a patient’s chin or cheeks. Much like implants in other areas of the body, a solid biocompatible material is used to add volume to those areas of the face. In addition to increasing the size and projection of the cheeks and jawline, many patients also have this procedure carried out if they are unhappy with the balance and symmetry of their face.
Choosing the Right Procedure
There is no single facial surgery that will suit everyone’s needs, and many patients mix and match various treatments in order to achieve their cosmetic goals. The only way to determine which facial surgery procedure will be right for you is to speak with our experienced cosmetic surgeon at Kaniff Cosmetic Medical Center in Sacramento. During your initial consultation, you and our board-certified facial plastic surgeon can discuss these surgeries in detail in order to get a clearer picture of each. Contact us today to schedule your consultation for facial surgery.
