by Pamela
Written by: Faceliftology Editorial Team Medically reviewed by: Paul S. Howard, MD (Retired Plastic Surgeon) Last reviewed: March 2026 Medically reviewed in accordance with our Medical Review Policy . A Guide to Finding the Right Facelift for You When you start...
by Pamela
Written by: Faceliftology Editorial Team Medically reviewed by: Paul S. Howard, MD (Retired Plastic Surgeon) Last reviewed: March 2026 Medically reviewed in accordance with our Medical Review Policy . Core Anatomical Difference: SMAS vs Deep Plane Dissection At its...
by Pamela
Written by: Faceliftology Editorial Team Medically reviewed by: Paul S. Howard, MD (Retired Plastic Surgeon) Last reviewed: March 2026 Medically reviewed in accordance with our Medical Review Policy . Mini Facelift vs SMAS Facelift: Key Differences Overview The...
by Pamela
Understanding Facelift Drains: Purpose, Timeline, and What to Expect Surgical drains are commonly used after many types of procedures to remove excess fluid that can accumulate during the early stages of healing. In facial plastic surgery, particularly facelift and...
by Pamela
What Type of Anesthesia Is Used for Facelift Surgery? Facelift surgery may be performed using local anesthesia, intravenous (IV) sedation, or general anesthesia, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the surgeon’s preferred surgical environment. Many modern...
by Pamela
How Nicotine Affects Healing After Facelift Surgery Facelift surgery depends on healthy blood circulation to support proper healing. For this reason, plastic surgeons routinely ask patients about nicotine use before scheduling surgery. This requirement is not about...
