Sagging jowls, mild skin laxity, and early signs of aging in the lower face can make you look older than you feel. A mini facelift at Boustany Plastic Surgery targets these concerns to help you achieve subtle, natural-looking results. Performed by Dr. Ashley Boustany, this refined procedure is ideal for those who want to restore youthful contours without a full facelift.
Mini Facelift
Restore youthful contours with less downtime
A mini facelift is a less invasive surgical procedure that aims to address early signs of aging in the lower face and jawline. It focuses on lifting and tightening sagging skin, smoothing jowls, and refining facial contours with smaller incisions and a quicker recovery time than a traditional facelift. This procedure is ideal if you’re beginning to notice skin laxity but aren’t ready for a full facelift. Dr. Boustany customizes every mini facelift to enhance your features while preserving your natural beauty and expressions.
What does a mini facelift treat?
- Sagging skin along the jawline
- Early jowls and lower face laxity
- Mild loss of facial definition
- Wrinkles and creases around the lower cheeks
- Early signs of aging without major skin excess
Benefits of a personalized mini facelift:
- Smaller incisions and less scarring
- Shorter recovery time compared to a full facelift
- Natural-looking, subtle enhancements
- Focused correction of early aging signs
- Lower overall surgical risk and downtime
Am I a suitable candidate for a mini facelift?
Over time, you may start to notice sagging around your jawline, mild jowls, and a general loss of definition in the lower face. These changes can make you look older or more tired than you feel. A mini facelift can help by lifting and tightening the lower face to restore a more youthful, refreshed appearance, without the downtime of a full facelift.
You may be a good candidate if you’re in your 40s to 60s, have good skin elasticity, and want natural improvement without dramatic changes. Dr. Boustany will evaluate your facial structure, skin quality, and aesthetic goals to determine if a mini facelift is right for you. She’ll walk you through your options and develop a customized plan to ensure your results look balanced, subtle, and completely you.
What to expect during your mini facelift surgery
Dr. Boustany will begin by making small, discreet incisions around your ears. Through these incisions, she lifts and repositions the underlying facial tissues to restore definition and reduce sagging. Excess skin is gently trimmed, and the incisions are closed with precision to minimize visible scarring. The entire procedure typically takes a few hours and is performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia. You can return home the same day.
What’s recovery like after a mini facelift?
You can expect a shorter and more comfortable recovery than a full facelift. You may experience swelling, bruising, and tightness for the first week, but most patients feel well enough to return to normal activities within 7 to 10 days. Dr. Boustany will provide aftercare instructions to help ensure smooth healing. You’ll also have to attend follow-ups to monitor your progress and results. As the swelling subsides, you’ll start to see a more youthful, refined appearance.
Why choose Dr. Boustany for your mini facelift?
Dr. Boustany is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with advanced fellowship training in aesthetic surgery through Harvard Medical School. She takes a highly personalized approach to mini facelifts, focusing on subtle enhancements that preserve your natural features while restoring youthful definition. If you’re considering a mini facelift, schedule a consultation with Dr. Boustany to explore how this refined procedure can help you look and feel your best.
