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Can A Facelift Help Rejuvenate My Neck?

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No person is immune to aging. And more specifically, no area of the body is immune to common signs of aging like wrinkles and sagging skin. However, certain areas like the neck are more prominent and can be more susceptible to premature aging than others. It’s only natural for the skin on the neck to become slack and for the underlying support system of fat and muscle to descend over time, leading to droopy cheeks, a weaker jawline, and other effects. Thankfully, cosmetic surgery can help. Today I am happy to discuss facelift surgery and how it can provide the additional benefit of rejuvenating the neck.

One very common question that I hear from patients during facelift consultation appointments is if additional procedures will be required to address the appearance of their neck. The answer can vary from patient to patient, but undergoing a facelift can often significantly improve the appearance of the neck. My signature short scar facelift is a variation on a mini facelift that uses a less invasive technique to specifically target signs of facial aging in the lower portion of the face, including the neck and jowl area.

Check out the video below where I discuss facelift surgery and how I am able to use it to help my patients rejuvenate the appearance of their neck:

I offer plastic surgery financing options to help facelift patients who may be wary of the potential costs associated with their procedure. It may be impossible to avoid signs of aging on the face and neck, but that doesn’t mean that there aren’t dependable and trusted solutions. For more information or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for more plastic surgery tips, news, videos, and more.

Am I A Good Candidate For Arm Lift Surgery?

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arm liftBody contouring with plastic surgery can take many forms. For some people, liposuction and tummy tuck surgery are synonymous with the term “body contouring”, but here at my office patients have far more options than that to improve different areas of their body. Arm lift surgery is one such procedure that is far more common and popular than most people realize. Today, I have taken some time to discuss this topic in detail and explain what makes someone a good candidate for arm lift surgery.

The first step towards knowing if an arm lift can help you is fully understanding what the procedure is intended to do. As we age, it’s very common for small pockets of fat to develop in the upper arms (back side of the bicep) and for the skin in this area to become stretched due to gravity and weight fluctuation. During an arm lift, I am able to improve the contour of the arms by safely removing the excess skin and fat that has accumulated in the upper arm area.

In order to be a good candidate for arm lift surgery, a person must experience loose skin in their upper arm area. Occasionally, they may also have pockets of unwanted fat as well which may be removed at the same time. An ideal patient is someone who is in good mental and physical health, and who is also a non-smoker, as smoking can negatively affect the procedure and recovery process. It’s quite common for people who have experienced considerable weight loss in the past to undergo arm lift surgery due to excess skin that often remains.

Some patients who wish to rejuvenate the appearance of their arms may not need an arm lift procedure. In the case that there are only deposits of fat that need to be removed and not significant skin laxity, liposuction of the upper arms should be sufficient. While scarring after an arm lift will fade with time and proper care, that is another factor to consider before making any final decision.

I hope that by writing this, more patients will become aware of this outstanding cosmetic procedure and the benefits that it can provide. Arm lift results are usually terrific and quite long-lasting when the surgery is performed by an experienced and board-certified plastic surgeon. For more information on arm lift surgery or to schedule a plastic surgery consultation today, please contact me, Dr. Frank Elliott. You can follow along with me on Facebook for additional cosmetic surgery tips, news, videos, and much more.

Ask Dr. Elliott: Good Candidates for a Tummy Tuck

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Tummy tuck surgery is consistently one of the most commonly performed cosmetic surgery procedures year in and year out. This procedure is used to provide patients with a flatter, trimmer abdominal area by repairing the abdominal muscle, removing loose skin, and excess fat, and repositioning tissue from the area. However, being such a consistently popular procedure doesn’t mean that a tummy tuck is necessarily the right body contouring option for every prospective patient. This is why I wanted to answer a few questions about what makes someone a good candidate for tummy tuck surgery.

Question #1: How can a tummy tuck help women after pregnancy?

Undergoing a tummy tuck after pregnancy has become quite commonplace. It’s normal for women to experience stretched abdominal skin after a full pregnancy. Additionally, many women experience separated or damaged muscles in the abdomen that mimics the appearance of a pooch as a result of their pregnancy. A tummy tuck can help remove this stretched, loose skin and repair this muscle damage to provide aesthetic and medical relief.

Question #2: Can a tummy tuck help people who experience excess skin on their sides and back as well?

I perform different methods of tummy tuck surgery that each have their own unique benefits to patients. This includes the mini tummy tuck, as well as my extended tummy tuck, which can be highly beneficial for patients who seek more extensive body contouring. During the procedure, I make a horizontal incision to help address the sides, waist (or flanks), as well as the side of the lower back, in addition to the abdominal rejuvenation of the traditional tummy tuck.

Question #3: What should my weight be before undergoing a tummy tuck?

I often advise my patients to reach or get close to their ideal body weight before undergoing a tummy tuck. Like any other body contouring surgery, a tummy tuck will not provide significant weight loss for patients and this result should not be expected. Reaching a goal weight and maintaining it is important, as weight fluctuation can affect the results of a tummy tuck and even lead some patients to require additional revision procedures down the road.

I have been performing tummy tuck procedures on both men and women for many years and am always so happy to see how satisfied my patients are with their results. For more information or if you would like to schedule a plastic surgery consultation, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. Don’t forget to follow along with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, and much more.

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