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Facelifts in Chesapeake

A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, reduces signs of aging on the face by removing excess tissue, tightening loose facial skin, and repositioning underlying structures. Our team offers different facelifts, including:

  • Traditional facelift
  • Mini facelift
  • Deep plane facelift

 

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Who Is a Good Candidate for Facelift Surgery?

The procedure is recommended for individuals who want to correct signs of aging that non-surgical treatments can no longer improve. Ideal candidates should have:

  • Healthy skin: Good skin quality ensures the face responds well to surgery. This allows you to achieve more natural and lasting results.
  • Good Health: Candidates should not have serious medical conditions that could interfere with recovery.
  • Non-smoker or willing to quit: Smoking slows recovery and increases the risk of complications. You should be willing to stop before and after surgery.
  • Realistic expectations: A facelift enhances your appearance, but it won’t stop the aging process.
  • Stable weight: You should be at or near your ideal weight before surgery. Significant weight changes after surgery can alter your facelift results.

 

Why Choose The Choe Center for a Facelift in Chesapeake?

Dr. Kyle Choe is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Chesapeake, VA, specializing in facial procedures. He offers personalized care at every stage, from consultation to recovery, ensuring patients receive the best services. This has earned him recognition as a RealSelf Top Doctor.

The Choe Center is also AAAHC-accredited, which means the facility meets nationally recognized safety, quality, and patient care standards. Beyond his surgical work, Dr. Choe contributes to the field through various publications, including his article on the endobrow-midface lift.

 

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What to Expect During a Facelift Consultation?

Dr. Choe will first examine your facial structure, skin elasticity, and areas of concern, such as sagging cheeks, jowls, or loose neck skin. He will also review your medical history, including past surgeries, current medications, and lifestyle factors such as smoking or alcohol use.

Thereafter, he will recommend the most appropriate technique and show you before-and-after photos of previous patients to give you a realistic idea of potential outcomes.

 

I have been a patient of Dr. Choe for at least 15 years. My first procedure was a face lift, which was amazing! He is very skilled and left no telltale scars. It has been a pleasure to have Dr. Choe work with me on other facial surgeries, including a lower bleph and shorting of my top lip. I also get Ultherapy for my skin, and Botox, both administered by D. Choe. The staff are also helpful and friendly. I highly recommend using Dr. Choe’s skill!

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C. Chitty, Real Facelift Patient

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    What Happens During a Facelift?

    The process usually begins with anesthesia, either general anesthesia or IV sedation, to ensure comfort throughout surgery.

    Dr. Choe will make incisions around the ears and along the hairline to access the underlying structures. Thereafter, excess skin is trimmed, fat may be redistributed or removed to improve facial balance, and the remaining skin is gently redraped.

    Once the adjustments are complete, the incisions are closed with fine sutures, and bandages may be applied to support healing.

    What Is Facelift Recovery Like?

    Immediately after surgery, you may notice swelling, bruising, and tightness in the face and neck. You will need pain medications to minimize discomfort. Elevating your head will reduce swelling.

    Stitches are often removed within a week, and many patients feel comfortable resuming light daily activities after 10 to 14 days. You should, however, avoid strenuous exercises until after the third or fourth week.

    Final results will become more visible after the sixth month.

    Schedule Your Chesapeake Facelift Appointment

    Are you looking to restore a more youthful facial profile? Look no further. Dr. Kyle Choe and his team will listen to your goals and create a treatment plan tailored to your needs. Call us at 757.389.5850 or contact us to book your facelift in Chesapeake.

    Chesapeake Facelift Frequently Asked Questions

    A mini facelift targets mild sagging using shorter incisions and less recovery time, ideal for early signs of aging. A deep plane facelift repositions deeper facial tissues for more significant lifting, offering longer-lasting and more natural results for advanced aging.
    Yes. A facelift is often combined with eyelid surgery, brow lift, fat grafting, or laser resurfacing to rejuvenate multiple areas of the face in one procedure. Combining treatments can help achieve a more balanced, comprehensive result.
    Advancements in facelift surgery now focus on adjusting deeper facial layers for subtle, lasting rejuvenation. By avoiding excessive skin tightening, these methods achieve a natural, refreshed appearance without altering your unique features.
    A facelift helps you look rejuvenated and well-rested while keeping your natural appearance unchanged. You’ll retain your own recognizable features and facial movement, just with smoother, more youthful contours.
    There’s no set age. Candidacy depends on skin elasticity and aging severity, not years. Many patients in their 40s choose mini facelifts for early maintenance, while others wait until their 50s or 60s for more advanced rejuvenation.
    Possible risks include swelling, scarring, infection, or temporary numbness. Choosing an experienced facial plastic surgeon and following pre- and post-operative instructions can significantly minimize these risks.
    You can typically apply makeup after about two weeks to conceal minor bruising. Most patients resume social activities within two weeks as swelling continues to fade.
    Consistent skincare, daily sunscreen, healthy eating, and avoiding smoking all help preserve your facelift results. Non-surgical treatments like fillers or laser skin tightening can further extend the rejuvenation effect.
    Non-surgical options improve mild skin laxity but can’t lift deeper tissues or remove excess skin. A facelift offers more dramatic and durable improvements for moderate to severe sagging.
    Facial plastic surgeons like Dr. Kyle Choe specialize exclusively in facial anatomy, ensuring more refined, natural results and a reduced risk of complications during and after surgery.

    Related procedures: Mid-Face Lift, Blepharoplasty, Brow lift

     

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