Facelift Surgery
Why Choose a Facelift?
A facelift, also known as a rhytidectomy, is the most effective way to address the hereditary and environmental signs of aging. While non-surgical options like injectables can to some degree, they will not correct significant age markers like deep wrinkles and sagging skin. Each facelift procedure is custom-designed to achieve the most comprehensive and natural-looking rejuvenation possible.
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It can be difficult to come to terms with the effects of aging, especially if you begin to look older than you truly feel. While facial plastic surgery is a big step, you can trust Dr. Hove to custom-design a treatment plan that allows you to take pride in your age.
The team at the Hove Center for Facial Plastic Surgery has been trained by experts in the industry and uses the safest, time-honored techniques in the field. Dr. Hove, himself an accomplished artist and former teacher at Standford University, is widely respected for his consistently natural-looking facelift results. If you want to learn more about restoring your youthful radiance with cosmetic surgery, schedule a free consultation at our Philadelphia, PA, practice. You can reach us online, or by calling:
(610) 647-3727
Discover What Patients Have to Say... "I could not have been more delighted with the results"
Hannah G
2021
Dr. Hove and his team are great! Dr. Hove has incredible credentials and expertise. My results are beautiful. Dr. Hove closely listened to my goals, and my results are exactly what I wanted. My friends who had the same procedure done before me with other doctors in New York City wished they had gone to Dr. Hove after seeing my results. He was there throughout the entire process to address any concerns and to ensure that I was comfortable. His staff is also extremely kind and professional! I highly recommend this practice!
View on GoogleJeanine O'Connor
2019
Dr. Hove performed a facelift and upper eyelid surgery on me in March, 2019. I could not have been more delighted with the results! So natural and beautiful. He is truly gifted. The staff at the office were wonderful, professional, and always helpful. I am a retired surgical RN so I was quite picky about the surgeon I would choose, and without a doubt, I made the best choice. I have received compliments from retired plastic surgeons, also. I will be getting married next week and Dr. Hove really helped me feel like a beautiful bride!
View on GoogleWhat Can a Facelift Do for Me?
The surgery can address sagging in the lower face and jawline.
Treatment can correct loose skin and creasing in the mid-face.
Facelifts can soften the lines extending from the nostrils to the sides of the mouth.
The procedure can even highlight the contours of the cheekbones and chin.
Limitations
While a facelift can address several signs of aging on the face, it cannot correct sagging skin around the neck, brow and forehead area, and eyelids. However, you can combine a rhytidectomy with other surgical techniques like a neck lift, brow lift, or procedure to address sagging eyelids to achieve more comprehensive enhancement.
A Closer Look at the Types of Facelifts
While all our plastic surgeries are custom designed for the patient, our facelift procedures generally fall into the categories of full, mid, or mini. During your consultation at our Philadelphia practice, we will go over the different techniques and help you decide which procedure is best for you...
Mini Facelift
A mini facelift (also known as an S-Lift or short flap lift) is a less extensive version of the traditional procedure that targets the cheeks and area around the nose. The procedure involves a smaller incision and results in a shorter recovery period. Patients with less advanced signs of aging are the best candidates for mini facelifts.
Full Facelift
Traditional or full facelift surgery is essentially a mini facelift combined with a neck lift. This allows Dr. Hove to also enhance the lower face and jawline for a uniform and comprehensive enhancement. During the procedure, he will gently lift and remove excess skin. He will also tighten the underlying layer of tissue, known as the subcutaneous musculo-aponeurotic system or SMAS.
Mid Facelift
A mid-facelift targets sagging in the region between the upper mouth and eyes. Sometimes called a cheek lift, the procedure tightens loose muscles underneath the cheeks and smooths wrinkles around the mouth. While a mid-facelift does not address the forehead or jawline, it is highly effective in restoring youthful definition to the cheekbones and contouring the under-eye area.
How Much Does a Facelift Cost?
The cost of a facelift can vary greatly, depending on the treatment plan designed for an individual patient. Our full facelifts range from $5,000-$10,000 total, while less invasive approaches (such as a mini facelift, S-lift, or Lifestyle lift), can range from $3,000-$6,000 total. Additional procedures such as neck lifts and brow lifts will also add to the final price. If you are concerned about the cost of surgery, our Philadelphia practice offers financing through CareCredit®, allowing you to make affordable monthly payments.
The Results Often Depend on the Quality of Surgeon
If you are considering plastic surgery, especially on your face, the last thing you want to do is go bargain hunting. The quality of your plastic surgeon heavily influences the quality of your results, so it is crucial to work with an experienced and trustworthy professional. Dr. Hove is a fellowship-trained and double board-certified plastic surgeon, respected nationwide for his high-quality service and natural-looking results. In fact, the Hove Center for Facial Plastic Surgery was established to fill the need for top-of-the-line cosmetic procedures in the greater Philadelphia region.
Take a Look at Real Patient Results
What to Expect during the Procedure Timeline of a Facelift
Dr. Hove is a fellowship-trained and double board-certified plastic surgeon, respected nationwide for natural-looking results.
"Dr. Hove and his team are incredible. They took such good care of me before, during and after my procedure. I would recommend this practice to any friend or family member. Lastly, I LOVE my results." Amy Slutzky
Recovery and Aftercare
Rest
After any facelift surgery, we instruct patients to be restful for the first week, while applying ice continually for the first 48 hours to reduce swelling and bruising. Many patients feel like they can return to work and light activity two weeks after surgery.
Bandages
For traditional facelifts, a bulky gauze pressure dressing is applied for the first 24 hours, then removed and replaced with a lighter elastic dressing for six days. For a mini facelift, only a smaller elastic dressing with gauze is required.
Pain Management
Pain can range from mild to moderate, with most patients describing that they "look worse than they actually feel." We can prescribe pain medication to help mitigate discomfort for the first few days, after which many patients can switch to just Tylenol.
