Facelift

Conveniently located to serve Nashua, NH

Rejuvenate Your Look with a Facelift for Natural, Lasting Results

A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a procedure that restores a more youthful appearance by correcting signs of aging in the face and neck. Waldman Plastic Surgery & Dermatology offers advanced facelift surgery options in Nashua to help patients achieve natural-looking results. Enhance your facial contours today and schedule a consultation.

What Is a Facelift?

A facelift is a surgical procedure that reduces sagging skin, deep folds, and loss of muscle tone in the lower face and neck. Repositioning underlying tissues, tightening skin, and removing excess fat helps create a firmer, more defined facial structure. Many patients choose a facelift to smooth over wrinkles and improve the contours of their jawline and cheeks.

A facelift is often combined with other procedures, including eyelid surgery, to create an overall harmonious, youthful result. If excess fat is present in the neck or chin region, liposuction or direct excision can simultaneously address this. 

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jeremy Waldman will perform your facelift at his office in Nashua, NH.

* Individual results may vary.

Types of Facelifts

Traditional Facelift

A traditional facelift addresses moderate to advanced aging concerns. It tightens skin and repositions deeper tissues in the lower face, jawline, and neck.

Mini Facelift

A mini facelift is a less invasive option that targets mild to moderate skin laxity, often with a shorter recovery time. It targets the lower third of the face, focusing on the jawline, cheeks, and neck area.

Neck Lift (often combined with a facelift)

A neck lift reduces sagging skin and excess fat in the neck area, achieving a more balanced facial profile.

Am I a Good Candidate for a Facelift?

Ideal candidates for facelift surgery are individuals who experience noticeable sagging in the lower face and neck, such as deep wrinkles, jowls, or volume loss.

Facelift candidates must also have good overall health and realistic expectations about the results. It is recommended that they avoid smoking or quit before and after surgery to support healing.

If you’re considering a facelift, schedule a consultation with Dr. Jeremy Waldman to determine the best approach for your needs.

What to Expect During a Facelift?

A facelift is typically performed as an outpatient procedure under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation. The surgery takes approximately four to six hours.

Dr. Waldman will make discreet incisions along the natural crease in front of the ear, around the earlobe, and behind the ear, extending into the hairline. The underlying facial and neck muscles will be tightened, and excess skin will be redraped or removed to restore definition and smooth wrinkles.

To complete the procedure, Dr. Waldman will carefully close the incisions with sutures for optimal healing. The specifics of your facelift will be customized to your facial structure and aesthetic goals.

Facelift Aftercare and Recovery

Recovery time varies, but most patients experience swelling and bruising for one to two weeks. A drain may be placed overnight, followed by head and neck wrappings. After removal, a chin strap is typically worn for two weeks to aid healing.

Sutures are removed within one to two weeks, though it may take two to three weeks to feel socially presentable. By the third week, swelling and bruising improve significantly, allowing for light activities. Strenuous exercise can usually resume after four to six weeks.

Results continue to refine over the next year. Dr. Waldman provides detailed aftercare instructions and monitors recovery through follow-up visits.

Benefits of a Facelift

A facelift offers long-term improvements in facial appearance, such as reducing sagging skin and deep wrinkles. The procedure can also improve facial definition, particularly in the jawline and cheeks.

A facelift restores a more youthful and refreshed look. The natural-looking results can boost self-confidence and positively impact quality of life.

The surgery is done under general anesthesia and typically takes 4-6 hours. Incisions are made in the natural crease in front of the ear, around the earlobe, and behind the ear extending into the hairline. It involves elevation of the skin, tightening of the facial and neck muscles, and redraping and removal of any excess skin. Postoperatively patients may have a drain overnight as well as head and neck wrappings. After these are removed, patients are often required to wear a removable chin strap for several weeks. Sutures are usually removed 7-14 days after surgery but it is usually 2 to 3 weeks before most patients feel socially presentable.

Both he (Dr. Waldman) and his staff always make me feel special

My belief and trust in Dr. Waldman’s expertise and superior skills allowed me to have the confidence to go forward with my facelift. I knew he would provide me with a more natural look that I would feel comfortable with. Both he and his staff always make me feel special every time I am there. It’s the kindness, understanding, honesty, and sense of humor that makes the Waldman office so special to me. I cannot imagine anyone not liking Janna, Debbie, Pam, or Melissa. I have been to many doctor’s offices over the years, trust me, they are as good as it gets. Kudos to the Waldmans for expecting nothing but the best from their staff and getting it! Mini Facelift Patient Read More Testimonials

 

How Much Does a Facelift Cost?

The cost of a Facelift depends on several factors. The price can be affected by body type, technique, surgical complications, and even allergies. Find out more by scheduling a consultation.

Why Choose Waldman Plastic Surgery & Dermatology?

At Waldman Plastic Surgery & Dermatology, we prioritize patient care, safety, and natural-looking results. Dr. Waldman and his team specialize in facelifts and facial rejuvenation techniques for your unique needs. With a commitment to excellence, we help patients achieve a refreshed appearance while maintaining their natural beauty.