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Why I Perform The Short Scar Facelift

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I have been performing cosmetic surgery procedures for decades and have seen firsthand that every single patient is unique. Each and every face has its own distinct features, imperfections, skin type, and other factors that make it different from that of any other patient that I have previously treated. Even in the case of the most commonly performed plastic surgeries like a facelift, this is never a one-size-fits-all situation. This is why I offer different procedure variations including my short scar facelift technique to help offer as many potential options to my facelift patients as possible.

A short scar facelift, also known as a limited incision facelift, is similar to what many plastic surgeons call a mini facelift. This is a less invasive kind of facelift that specifically targets signs of facial aging in the lower portion of the face. Specifically, this procedure can be incredibly helpful for patients concerned about the appearance of their neck and jowl area. The main difference is that during a short scar facelift, the incision made is smaller, which reduces the amount of post-surgery facelift scarring. Additionally, since I perform the surgery with local anesthetic and Quill™ knotless sutures, less downtime is typically needed for recovery when compared to a traditional or mini facelift.

In the video below, I go into more detail regarding my signature short scar facelift procedure and the many ways that it can help patients who seek to rejuvenate the lower portion of their face:

Being able to offer my patients additional procedure options is an incredibly helpful resource when trying to help my patients make the best possible choices during their pre-surgery consultation appointment. While a short scar facelift may not be right for everyone, the results can be truly outstanding for those who are good candidates. For more information, contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott, to schedule your plastic surgery consultation today. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery tips, news, videos, and more.

Cosmetic Procedures That Pair Well with Breast Augmentation

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For some patients that I speak with, undergoing a cosmetic surgery procedure can seem overwhelming. So much so that the idea of combining multiple procedures into one surgery doesn’t even register as a possibility. However, combining plastic surgeries can be an excellent way for patients to safely and effectively treat multiple problem areas at once (as long as the patient is healthy enough for multiple surgeries). Breast augmentation in particular is one such cosmetic procedure that lends itself to being packaged with other procedures to provide outstanding and comprehensive aesthetic benefits.

In recent years, it’s become very common for women to undergo mommy makeover surgery. A mommy makeover combines a cosmetic breast procedure like breast augmentation or breast reduction with additional body contouring options like a tummy tuck and liposuction to effectively rejuvenate the body after pregnancy, weight fluctuation, or other bodily changes that occur over time. In many cases, breast augmentation or breast reduction surgery is combined with a breast lift to help ensure ideal positioning and perkiness for the newly enhanced breasts.

Check out the video below where I explain how I am able to safely combine breast augmentation with other cosmetic surgery procedures that I perform:

Combination plastic surgery may not be the best approach for everyone, but I do like to offer this option in cases where I feel the patient can really benefit. I make time to discuss all potential options like this during plastic surgery consultations in my office. For more information or if you would like to schedule an in-person consultation appointment to discuss your options, please contact me, Dr. Franklyn Elliott. You can also follow along with me on Facebook for additional plastic surgery news, tips, and much more.