Key Steps in a Toronto Facelift Procedure
For patients considering a Toronto facelift, it is natural to be curious about what steps are involved during the procedure.
A facelift is a surgery designed for lifting and firming sagging facial tissue to restore a youthful appearance. Patient who opt for a facelift are typically looking to reverse the visible signs of aging in the face and neck area.
Getting Rid of the Sagging
Toronto Facelift
Although there are a few different types of facelifts, they all typically follow a few key steps. To begin, medication is administered so that you are comfortable for the procedure. It is usually general anesthesia that is used for a Toronto facelift. However, depending on your case, intravenous sedation may also be an option. Patients remain sedated for the duration of the facelift as well as for any other treatments that are being performed in conjunction with the procedure such as facial implants or fillers.
Next, the incisions are made. Depending on the type of facelift and the extent of work being done, the incisions will vary. For a traditional face lift, an incision is often made in the hairline at the temples. The incision continues around the ear and ends at the lower end of the scalp. When an aging neck is being fixed as part of a traditional facelift, a second incision under the chin may be made as well.
During a mini facelift, shorter incisions are made around the temples and continue around the ear. When the neck lift is being performed to treat sagging jowls or loose neck skin, the incision is made at the front of the ear lobe, from where it wraps around behind the ear and ends in the hair behind the ear.
Repositioning of Facial Tissue
How to Achieve Optimal Results
After the incisions are made, the surgeon separates the skin from the tissue and the muscles underneath the surface of the skin. This process allows the surgeon to reposition the deeper facial tissues to get rid of the sagging and create a firm foundation for the skin.
After the excess skin is removed, the remaining skin is draped back over the rejuvenated facial tissues, resulting in a smooth and youthful contour.
Once the trimming and repositioning of facial tissue is complete, the incisions are generally closed with sutures or skin adhesives. The sutures may be dissolvable or they may need to be removed by a professional after a few days.
In some cases, skin glue is used instead of sutures to close the incisions. For people interested in a Toronto facelift, it is important to choose a facial plastic surgeon who is certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. To achieve optimal results, the surgeon should also specialize in the head and neck. Dr. Torgerson is well known as an industry leader in the facial plastic surgery arena. At his facial plastic surgery clinic in Yorkville, Toronto, he has performed numerous facelifts delivering long-lasting and natural-looking results.
If you are interested in a facelift procedure, we encourage you to take the first step and book a consultation with Dr. Torgerson to get an understanding of what type of facial procedure is best for you as well as what kind of results you can expect.
State-Of-The-Art Surgical Facility
Our facility offers a luxurious, comfortable and private setting for consultations and surgery with a waiting room that is both spacious and inviting. Although we hope you don’t have to spend too much time waiting to see Dr. Torgerson, within a few minutes you will feel relaxed and at ease.
