Procedures to improve facial aging is not the same for men as it is for women as the procedure can be more complex. Men, are also commonly coined to have a rugged look and a firm, contoured jawline resulting in more self-consciousness. Dr. Basile can help restore your youthful look with a Facelift specifically for men.
About a male Facelift
A facelift for men can remove excess skin and fat caused by the natural effects of aging. During a facelift, men commonly couple a brow lift or chin augmentation to enhance the jawline and youthful appearance. The procedure consists of various skin and fat removal techniques based on the case to reshape and restore the contours of the jawline.
Am I a good candidate?
Common male candidates are generally between the age of 40 and 65 and are seeking to rejuvenate their face and neck contours. This procedure is not for those seeking to alter their underlying facial structures, rather tighten and tone what currently exists. Candidates must also be in good health.
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How is a Facelift performed?
Some facelift procedures can be performed right in Dr. Basile’s Jacksonville office or he may suggest using a local surgery center. Based on your target areas, Dr. Basile will perform either a traditional or limited facelift. For a traditional, the incision will be placed around the ear through the temples. A limited incision is made when addressing sagging jowls and will wrap around the ear.
Choosing the Right Plastic Surgeon for You
If you’ve been considering plastic surgery, then you likely already have an idea of which procedures you’re interested in. But whether you’re considering surgeries like a tummy tuck or facelift, or only minimally invasive procedures, the most important decision you’ll make is your plastic surgeon. Plastic surgery, no matter how minimally-invasive, is still surgery. As
Results and Recovery
Depending on the specifications of the procedure, you should expect one to two weeks of downtime. As the incisions were placed within concealable areas, scarring can usually be hidden and will gradually fade over time. Full healing will take approximately two to three months, but you will be ready to return to normal activity within two weeks.
Your Consultation in Jacksonville, Florida
Sagging, droopy facial skin is a natural part of aging, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t a solution to fix it and restore your youthful look. Contact Dr. Basile to schedule your consultation and see if a male facelift is right for you!
Dr. Patrick L. Basile is a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Jacksonville Beach, FL. He has worked with the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, which became the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center where he became the Assistant Chief of Plastic Surgery and the Director of Microsurgery. He joined the faculty at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Pittsburgh. He participates in annual humanitarian cleft lip and palate efforts as well. Dr. Basile has been acknowledged in numerous magazines, newspapers, books, and on television. He has won multiple awards over the years, and has a rating of 4.7 out of almost 300 reviews.
