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Facelift

Our face is our most visible feature, one that through expression and appearance conveys what and how we feel. Facial aging includes a loss of skin elasticity and firmness, sagging tissue and wrinkles. These visible signs of aging can greatly impact how we feel about ourselves and how others see us. Even a person who is energetic and excited about life can appear tired or sad due to aging in the midface, jawline, and neck. The loss of youthful contours in these areas is due to a variety of factors including heredity, gravity, environmental conditions, and stress. If you are bothered by the signs of aging in your face, a facelift may be right for you.

A facelift, technically known as rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure to improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck. Sagging in the midface can create a deep crease below the lower eyelid (called a tear trough) and between the nose and mouth (nasolabial fold) that may make you appear tired and sad. The fat that has fallen or is displaced and loss of muscle tone in the lower face may create jowls (a jaw line that sags into the neck). Loose skin and excess fatty deposits under the chin and jaw can make even a person of normal weight appear to have to “double chin.” A facelift is designed to correct all of these aging features, restoring a more youthful, rested appearance with uplifted contours and improved tone in facial skin and underlying muscles. Where the desired improvement can be isolated to the midfacial region and where excess skin is less a factor, a limited incision lift may be an alternative to a traditional facelift.

Where do I Begin?

A consultation with Dr. Sena is the first step to learn how a facelift can improve an aging face and neck. A consultation is designed to fully educate you about a facelift in a non-pressured environment and will include:

• A discussion of your goals and an evaluation of your current signs of aging
• The options available for facelift and facial rejuvenation
• The likely outcomes of a facelift and the potential risks and complications associated with the procedure
• The course of treatment recommended by Dr. Sena
Dr. Sena will also answer your questions.

What to Expect from Your Facelift

A facelift may be performed in Dr. Sena’s office. The decision for anesthesia will be based on the requirements of your specific procedure and considerations of patient and surgeon preference. Dr. Sena and the assisting staff will fully attend to your comfort and safety.

Following Surgery

Once your procedure is completed, a bandage will gently be placed around your face to minimize swelling and bruising. A thin tube may be present to drain any excess blood that may collect under the skin. Before being released, you and an accompanying family member, friend or caregiver will be given specific instructions that may include:

• How to care for the surgical site
• Medications to apply or take orally to aid healing and reduce the potential for infection
• Specific concerns to look for at the surgical site or in overall health
• When to follow-up with Dr. Sena procedure
• The course of treatment recommended by Dr. Sena

Results and Outlook

It may take several months for swelling to fully dissipate and up to 6 months for incision lines to mature. Life-long sun protection will help maintain your rejuvenated appearance by minimizing photo-aging or sun damage. In addition, a healthy lifestyle will also help extend the results of your rejuvenated, more youthful appearance. Most patients find that the benefits of their initial facelift results are long-lasting, even as they continue to age.

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Did you know Dr. Sena is Affiliated with two surgical locations?
At both the River Valley Surgery Center , 45 Salem Turnpike, Norwich, CT 06360, and Lawrence + Memorial Hospital 365 Montauk Ave, New London CT 06320.
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