Facelift – Mini/Midface
Rejuvenates the central section of the face.
Procedure
The mini or mid-facelift rejuvenates the central section of the face, from the lower eyelid to the upper lip, by repositioning sagging tissues and enhancing the volume of soft tissue that may be lost in the midface as a result of age, sun exposure and gravity.
Length
The procedure takes approximately one to two hours.
Anesthesia
General anesthesia or intravenous sedation and local anesthesia are used.
Inpatient/Outpatient
May be either an inpatient or outpatient procedure depending upon whether other procedures are being performed at the same time.
Possible Side Effects
Temporary swelling, numbness, weakness of facial muscles or dry eyes.
Risks
Infection, persistent swelling, persistent dry eyes, permanent muscle weakness or areas of permanent numbness are possible.
Recovery
The patient may resume work in seven to fourteen days. More strenuous activities may be resumed after three weeks.
Results
The results are usually permanent.