Facelift involves highly invasive surgical procedures, whereas FaceTite involves a less invasive procedure for achieving results similar to getting a facelift. FaceTite makes use of radio frequency assisted skin tightening. You should consult with a skilled facial plastic surgeon for rejuvenating your face and neck by using the two techniques in combination or as standalone procedures.

Board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides facelift surgery combined with FaceTite to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding communities. 

Traditional Facelift vs. FaceTite

InMode FaceTite makes use of Radio Frequency Assisted Lipolysis for tightening the skin. This procedure offers results almost similar to surgical techniques, which is why it is also called the non-surgical facelift. FaceTite is different from traditional surgical procedures even though it qualifies as a surgery. 

Conventional facelifts employ excisional surgery. The plastic surgeon will use a scalpel for making incisions in the skin. They will pull the skin tight for removing any drooping or sagging. The surgeon will use sutures for reattaching the skin in an inconspicuous manner. 

However, the treatment is not without downsides. There will be a resulting scar even if it is well-hidden. In addition, the procedure has a longer recovery period to allow the wound to heal properly. Surgical incision procedures have a slightly higher inherent risk and are also more expensive. 

FaceTite is a proven technique that can achieve the most long-lasting rejuvenation results. Contours can be molded by the surgeon precisely for achieving the desired aesthetic results. 

A major benefit of FaceTite over facelift is that the procedure can be performed using a few tiny marks. A thin cannula will be inserted under the skin. The procedure doesn’t require any sutures or incisions. Your skin will be simply contracted and not cut off for achieving a tighter look. 

The method can be used for achieving lasting rejuvenation effects without worrying about the hassles of surgery. 

FaceTite Advantages

• Fast and easy recovery
• Minimally-invasive
• Skin Contraction up to 45%
• Low-risk

FaceTite Disadvantages

• Not for excessively sagging skin
• End results are not visible immediately

FaceTite – Areas of Application

• Undefined jawline
• Sagging jowls
• Marionette lines around the mouth
• Double chin 
• Sagging neck
• Wrinkles and fine lines in lower face
• Decreased elastin and collagen production of the skin

Benefits of a Facelift Plastic Surgery

• Precise facial modifications can be made
• More conspicuous and long lasting results
• Removal of excessive facial skin and fat

Disadvantages of a Facelift

• Invasive
• Longer recovery
• Leaves permanent scarring

Facelift – Areas of Application

• Smooths out wrinkles or folds
• Removes excess skin
• Lifts and restores facial tissues in the mid and lower face
• Re-outline of sagging jawline
• Tighten cheeks
• Lifts sagging neck

Facelift vs. FaceTite vs. Combination

There are different pros and cons to the two procedures. There is not a single procedure that fits every patient. Several factors come into play when determining whether to get a facelift cosmetic surgery or a FaceTite procedure. Your surgeon will assess your unique facial anatomy, cosmetic goals, and tolerance for downtime.

Facial cosmetic surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas for facelift surgery combined with FaceTite.

Contact Us For a Consultation with Southern California Facial Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian

For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.

Asian blepharoplasty or double eyelid surgery creates a crease within the eyelid that results in a more symmetric and larger almond-shaped eye. The height from the new eyelid crease to the upper lash line will be personalized as per your existing anatomy and preferences. 

In general, patients of North Eastern descent (from Taiwan, Korea, and Japan) prefer a range of 3-6 mm (shorter eyelid height). Patients of North Eastern descent (Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia) prefer a range of 7-10 mm (taller eyelid height). Excision of eyelid skin and fat removal may be necessary as well for achieving optimal results. 

An epicanthoplasty may be performed along with the procedure for extending the inner corner of the eye towards the nose. Height and width of the eyes are increased by combining the two procedures. 

Board certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian provides Asian eyelid surgery or Asian blepharoplasty to patients in Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and surrounding locations.

Candidates for Asian Double Eyelid Surgery

You are a suitable candidate if:

• Your eyelids drape excessively over the upper half of your iris
• You are not satisfied with your eyelid’s shape
• Your eyes appear puffy because of excess fat
• Your upper eyelid has an inward fold when you open your eyes

Types of Asian Blepharoplasty Procedure

1. Full Incision

This cosmetic surgery technique is generally recommended for patients with excess skin and fat in the upper eyelid. The method provides permanent results. Furthermore, it leaves a visible scar since an incision is made through the length of the eyelid crease. Based on this, the scar is cosmetically acceptable because of the thin eyelid skin. 

Removal of excess fat and skin in the upper eyelid will be performed as required once the incision is created. Sutures will be used for mimicking the naturally present fibrous attachments in the double eyelids. Sutures will also be used for closing the incision. 

2. Partial Incision

This technique is suited for patients with excess fat and not skin in their eyelids. There is minimal scarring to this procedure. Your surgeon will create an incision in the upper border. With that said, they will keep the incision length as short as possible and within the new eyelid crease. 

The incision will be used as an operative access point for removing excess fat. Stemming from this, this plastic surgery is more difficult as compared to the full incisional method since the length of the incision is smaller. 

The surgeon will make use of sutures to mimic the naturally present fibrous attachments in the double eyelids. The incisions will be closed using the sutures which will be removed within 4 – 6 days. In general, the incision is shorter than 5mm and is almost undetectable. 

3. No Incision

Several tiny holes will be created by the plastic surgeon for passing sutures. The sutures will be buried under the eyelid skin and will mimic the naturally present fibrous attachments found in double eyelids. Facial cosmetic surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian receives patients from Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank, Greater Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, CA, and nearby areas for Asian eyelid surgery or Asian blepharoplasty. 

Contact Us For a Consultation with Southern California Facial Plastic and Reconstructive surgeon Dr. Eric Yavrouian

For more information about treatments and procedures by Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon, Dr. Eric J. Yavrouian, serving patients in and around Glendale, Pasadena, Burbank and the Greater Los Angeles, CA area call 818-241-2150 or click here to contact him for a consultation.