Sugene Kim, MD

Cosmetic and Reconstructive Plastic Surgery

A Natural Approach, with a Personal Touch

920 Medical Plaza - Suite 300 | The Woodlands, TX 77380

Facelift - The Woodlands

A facelift is a procedure that can reduce signs of aging in the middle and lower face and provide a more appealing facial contour.  Cosmetic problems such as the following may be corrected or reduced with a facelift:

  • Loose skin under the chin/jaw
  • Sagging in the midface
  • Deep facial creases
  • Deep “smile lines”
  • Displaced facial fat

How does facelift surgery work?

During the surgery, Dr. Kim tightens underlying muscles, removes excess fat, and redrapes the skin for a more youthful look.  Though there are several different techniques being utilized by plastic surgeons, all facelift surgeries require incisions near the ears and along the hairline.

The method or technique chosen will depend on your individual needs; a traditional facelift, limited incision facelift, or a neck lift may be necessary.

  • A traditional facelift redistributes fat, repositions underlying tissue, lifts deep layers of the face and muscles and redrapes overlaying skin.
  • A limited incision lift is an alternative to a traditional facelift, allowing for the tightening of the jowls, cheeks, and neck using less extensive incisions.
  • A neck lift addresses loose neck skin and fat under the chin, but does not correct cosmetic imperfections of the mid-face or forehead.

Who can benefit from a facelift?

Facelift surgery can benefit men or women.  While the typical patient is in the range of 40-60 years old, some may benefit from the surgery at a younger age.

The best face lift candidates are physically healthy, do not smoke, have fairly good elasticity in their skin, and possess specific, realistic goals.

Can you combine a facelift with other procedures?

Your facelift can be performed alone or in conjunction with other facial rejuvenation procedures such as eyelid surgery, nose reshaping, a forehead lift or skin resurfacing.

Can I maintain a natural appearance with facelift surgery?

For Dr. Kim, natural looking results are always the goal.  Patients should achieve a noticeable, yet subtle improvement in their facial appearance.

Since each person’s face is unique, each surgery is unique as well. Dr. Kim invites men and women considering a facelift to explore their options through a patient consultation at Dr. Kim Plastic Surgery, Woodland, TX.

Click here to schedule a consultation with The Woodlands cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Kim, or call us at 281-363-4546