A liquid facelift describes an individualized injectable treatment plan rather than a single procedure. The Orange team discusses volume, lines, and facial contours before recommending products.
The liquid facelift is the latest advancement in rejuvenating the face and providing a more youthful appearance. It can offer many of the benefits of a traditional facelift without having to undergo a surgical procedure and its recovery. Liquid facelifts can restore lost volume, diminish lines and wrinkles, redefine the jaw line and cheekbones and lift sagging brows.
Each liquid facelift is totally customized to suit the patient's particular needs. The treatment is a multi-layered approach based on a patient's areas of concern and goals. It may involve the use of cosmetic fillers to provide volume and fill in wrinkles, while other dermal fillers may be selected for use deeper within the skin to offer significant contouring to the facial structure. Other products may be used to relax certain muscles in the face, providing a reduction in lines around the brows or mouth. Any combination of these treatments may be used to enhance the overall look of the face, tailored to perfectly suit the patient's particular goals and needs.
Candidates for Liquid Facelift
Liquid facelifts are an appropriate form of treatment for patients interested in restoring youthful volume and shape to their faces without having to endure an invasive surgery. It is safe and beneficial for people with all different skin types looking for facial rejuvenation. A liquid facelift can produce much more substantial contouring than any topical products.* However, the results of a liquid facelift are often somewhat more subdued than that of a surgical facelift, so those patients seeking more obvious changes may be better off opting for a surgical procedure.
In addition, liquid facelifts may not be a recommended option for people with a history of allergies or sensitivities to certain medications. Other health issues, including nerve disorders, may also cause a liquid facelift to be contraindicated. By thoroughly discussing your goals for treatment and your personal medical history with your physician, you can determine together whether a liquid facelift is the right procedure to meet your needs.
The Liquid Facelift Procedure
There is no set, standard technique for a liquid facelift, since the procedure is fully customized for each unique patient's needs. An anesthetic may be necessary before the liquid facelift, depending upon the types of fillers that will be used and the patient's sensitivity level. The products chosen for the procedure will be injected into the appropriate area or areas of the face being treated. Even if you are receiving several injections, each injection only takes a minute or two so the overall treatment time is typically very short.
Results of a Liquid Facelift
On average, the results of a liquid facelift will last between one and two years.* However, this too is dependant upon the patient's skin, lifestyle habits and the treatments used. The results can often be prolonged if the patient carefully follows all of the doctor's instructions after the procedure and uses quality products to care for the skin. Many patients can also maximize their new youthful appearance by scheduling touch-up appointments over time.
Liquid Facelift Risks
Liquid facelifts are considered a safe procedure with a very low risk of developing any serious complications. Some patients do experience some minor side effects after treatment, though, including swelling, tenderness or bruising. If this occurs, these issues generally respond well to an over-the-counter, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory pain relief medication. Your physician will provide you with specific instructions to follow after a liquid facelift, but these usually include avoiding sun exposure and exercising for the first couple of days post-procedure.
*Individual results may vary.
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What Influences the Results?
Results vary with the products used, the condition being treated, and the extent of treatment. Some changes may be visible immediately, while others develop over time. The treatment goal is a refreshed appearance; results vary by patient.
Individual results and recovery vary. Your consultation provides guidance specific to your needs.
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Dr. Johnny Mao’s practice focuses on facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, with surgical and non-surgical options tailored to individual concerns. A consultation is the opportunity to discuss your features, your goals, and the care that may be appropriate for you.
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Injectables, fillers, and laser treatments remain available for patients exploring non-surgical care. Your consultation can help clarify which options fit your goals.
Welcoming patients from Branford, Cheshire, East Haven, Fairfield, Milford, North Haven, Orange, Shelton, Southport, Weston, Westport, Wilton, Woodbridge, New Canaan, Darien, and surrounding Connecticut communities.
Dr. Mao will listen to your concerns, examine your facial anatomy, and discuss surgical and non-surgical options suited to your goals. You will leave with a clear understanding of what to expect.
Facial plastic surgery focuses on procedures of the face, head, and neck — both cosmetic procedures like facelift and rhinoplasty and reconstructive treatments for functional concerns.
Recovery varies by procedure and by patient. Some non-surgical treatments involve little or no downtime. After surgery, the time needed to return to work or routine activities may range from several days to several weeks, while swelling, incision healing, and final results can continue to improve for weeks or months. During your consultation, Dr. Mao will explain the expected recovery timeline, activity restrictions, and follow-up care for the procedure being considered.
Good candidates are in general good health, have realistic expectations, and have specific concerns they would like addressed. A consultation is the best way to find out.
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