Rhytidectomy (Facelift)
Face-lifting, or rhytidectomy, is a powerful
technique to turn back the clock. The relentless attack of gravity causes
your facial tissues to stretch and descend over the underlying muscles. A
facelift repositions these facial structures and restores your youthful
contours.
Today's advanced techniques executed by Dr. Dorner
will give you a more youthful appearance that still looks natural without
the "pulled" or "tight" appearance. Using a modern deep SMAS,
multi-vectored approach Dr. Dorner addresses the neck and jaw line while
simultaneously raising the mid-face: all with minimal downtime.
The facial structures are repositioned, not
stretched or tightened. This repositioning provides natural results that
are longer lasting and avoids the unnatural stigma associated with less
sophisticated facelifts.
If you've looked into the mirror lately and wished
a younger you were looking back, you owe it to yourself to consult Dr.
Dorner. You will be pleasantly surprised at the available options,
minimal downtime, and natural results. Schedule an appointment and
discover the difference! |
Facelift Summary
Length: Several hours
Anesthesia: general or local with sedation
Outpatient
Side Effects: bruising, swelling, numbness, tenderness
Risks: injury to nerves, infection, bleeding, thick scars,
hair loss
Incision placement: “traditional”, short scar
Recovery:
Work: 10-14 days
Strenuous activity: 2-3 weeks
Bruising: 2-3 weeks
Limit sun exposure for 3 months
Duration: 10-15 years or more |
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid surgery)
Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) rejuvenates the
eyes and provides a fresh, "rested" appearance. If you've ever been
accused of looking tired, even when you are fully rested, then this
procedure might be for you. It can be done on an outpatient basis, has
very little discomfort, and gives a wonderful result.
A blepharoplasty is not always the appropriate procedure for people who find
that their eyes look tired or heavy. Sometimes a brow lift is the correct
procedure, either alone or in combination with a blepharoplasty. Come see
Dr. Dorner to be sure you are getting
the correct procedure for you.
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Blepharoplasty Summary
Length: 1-3 hours
Anesthesia: local with sedation
Outpatient
Side Effects: discomfort, lid tightness, swelling,
bruising, tearing, dryness, light sensitivity
Risks: infection, bleeding, asymmetry, difficulty closing
eyes, ectropion
Incisions: traditional, “scarless”
Recovery
Reading: 2-3 days
Work: 7-10 days
Contact lenses: 2 weeks
Strenuous activity: 3 weeks
Bruising and swelling: 2-3 weeks
Duration: Permanent |
Brow Lift
Over time the brow tends to drop down over the
eyes causing a harsh, dark, or stern appearance. Lifting the eyebrows
back into position not only opens up the eyes and lets their inner beauty
shine, but also reduces forehead wrinkles.
Dr. Dorner usually performs an endoscopic lift
that requires only three small incisions within the hair. This modern
technique reduces recovery and avoids numbness without sacrificing
results. |
Brow Lift Summary
Length: 1-2 hours
Anesthesia: local with sedation
Outpatient
Side Effects: swelling, numbness, bruising.
Risks: facial nerve injury, asymmetry, infection, scarring.
Incision placement: “traditional”, endoscopic
Recovery:
Work: 5-7 days
Strenuous activity: 2 weeks
Full recovery (bruising): 2-3 weeks.
Duration: 5-10 years |
