Considering a facelift in Louisville, Colorado
A facelift usually takes several hours-or somewhat longer if you're having more than one procedure done. For extensive procedures, some plastic surgeons and cosmetic surgeons may schedule two separate sessions.
Every plastic surgeon or cosmetic surgeon approaches the procedure in his or her own way. Some complete one side of the face at a time, and others move back and forth between the sides. The exact placement of incisions and the sequence of events depends on your facial structure and your surgeon's technique.
Incisions usually begin above the hairline at the temples, extend in a natural line in front of the ear (or just inside the cartilage at the front of the ear), and continue behind the earlobe to the lower scalp. If the neck needs work, a small incision may also be made under the chin.
In general, the surgeon separates the skin from the fat and muscle below. Fat may be trimmed or suctioned from around the neck and chin to improve the contour. The surgeon then tightens the underlying muscle and membrane, pulls the skin back, and removes the excess. Stitches secure the layers of tissue and close the incisions; metal clips may be used on the scalp.
Following surgery, a small, thin tube may be temporarily placed under the skin behind your ear to drain any blood that might collect there. The surgeon may also wrap your head loosely in bandages to minimize bruising and swelling.
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John Weeter, MD 
4001 Kresge Way |
Thomas Haas, MD, FACS 
7501 New LaGrange Rd |
Glenn E. Herrmann, MD, FACS 
1032 South 88th Street |
Scott L. Replogle, MD 
1032 S. 88th Street |
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