Thinking About a Facelift in Miami, FL?

Although the effects of aging cannot be stopped, many individuals choose to refresh their appearance with a facelift in Miami, FL. This medical procedure is called rhytidectomy and is one of the most popular plastic surgery procedures worldwide. Dr. Adam J. Rubinstein, M.D., F.A.C.S., a board-certified plastic surgeon, provides rejuvenating facelifts for men and women who live in Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Aventura, and surrounding areas of South Florida.

What Is a Facelift?

A facelift aims to address and improve the wrinkles and sagging skin that naturally occur with aging. There are varying facelift techniques, from minimally invasive to more complex surgery, that can be customized to each patient’s concerns. More extensive options may involve removing excess skin, tightening facial muscles, and improving skin tone and elasticity. Comprehensively treating jowls, marionette lines, and neck laxity is considered the “gold standard” for total facial rejuvenation. Thousands of patients undergo facelift surgery annually and appreciate the revitalizing results.

What are the Types of Facelift Surgeries?

Traditional Facelift

A traditional facelift involves making incisions along the hairline and around the ears. This gives the surgeon access to reposition the underlying facial tissues, remove excess skin, and tighten the remaining skin for a more youthful look. This procedure can address deep wrinkles, sagging skin, and jowls to create a more defined jawline and smoother, firmer skin.

Mini Facelift

The mini facelift is a less invasive facelift alternative that provides subtle improvements to the lower face and neck. Smaller incisions are made around the ears or sometimes under the chin. The surgeon will lift and tighten the underlying muscles and tissues while removing any excess skin. A mini facelift can treat mild to moderate sagging and wrinkles for a natural, refreshed appearance.

What Can a Facelift Accomplish?

Lifts and tightens sagging facial skin
Reduces jowls by lifting facial tissues
Redefines and contours the jawline
Smoothes out deep wrinkles and creases
Tightens loose neck skin for a sleeker profile
Refreshes tired or aging appearance

re You A Candidate For A Facelift?

Here are the most common facial characteristics that may qualify you as a facelift candidate with Dr. Adam J. Rubinstein in Miami:

Sagging in the mid-face and/or jawline
Deep creases extending from your nose to mouth (nasolabial folds)
Lines from the corners of your mouth down to your chin (marionette lines)
Loss of facial fat causing decreased volume
Sagging skin and loss of muscle tone in lower face (jowls)
Excess fat and loose skin under the jaw and chin (double chin)
Wrinkled, creased, sagging neck skin

MORE BEFORE & AFTER PICTURES

If you think you may be a good facelift candidate, the next step is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Rubinstein. During your consultation, Dr. Rubinstein can evaluate your goals and determine the optimal treatment options. This is an excellent opportunity to ask any questions about the facelift process.

Dr. Rubinstein will explain what to expect before, during, and after surgery. With decades of experience, Dr. Rubinstein helps patients understand their best path to a more youthful appearance.

Why Choose Dr. Rubinstein?

When it comes to a facelift, choosing your plastic surgeon is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Dr. Rubinstein is the top choice for facelifts in Miami due to his outstanding qualifications and expertise. He is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, demonstrating his extensive training and skills. With decades of experience performing hundreds of facelifts, Dr. Rubinstein is a leader in facial rejuvenation techniques. He trains other surgeons and teaches at major universities, all while providing exceptional care to his own patients. You can learn more about Dr. Rubinstein’s experience or explore patient reviews.

Patient Testimonials

Dr. Rubinstein has helped countless patients achieve their cosmetic goals through plastic surgery. Explore some of the patient testimonials below to see why Dr. Rubinstein is the best choice for your facelift procedure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Does a Facelift Cost in Miami, FL?

The cost of a facelift can vary quite a bit depending on the complexity and extent of the procedure. The technique used, whether general anesthesia is required, combining additional procedures like eyelid surgery or neck liposuction, and the intricacy of the case can all affect the total facelift price. At your consultation with Dr. Rubinstein, he can examine your facial anatomy and structure to determine the right treatment plan for you. He will then be able to provide you with an accurate quote for your customized facelift procedure. We accept several different forms of payment for your convenience:

Cash
Cashier’s check
All major credit cards
Personal checks (accepted a minimum of two weeks in advance of a scheduled procedure)

Dr. Rubinstein also offers in-office financing, helping patients to budget for their facial rejuvenation goals.

When Is The Best Age For Facelift?

The best time for a facelift can vary depending on the individual and their specific needs and goals. Generally, it is recommended to wait until the signs of aging in the face and neck become more prominent and noticeable before considering a facelift. This may be around the age of 40 or 50, but can vary depending on factors such as genetics and lifestyle habits. It’s also important to consider your overall health and wellness.

How Do I Prepare For My Facelift?

We will provide all of your preoperative and postoperative instructions prior to your facelift. We will ask you to stop certain vitamins, herbs and medications, including aspirin and ibuprofen, among others. Facelift recovery is shortened if patients follow our very specific instructions.

What Happens During a Facelift Consultation?

During your facelift consultation with Dr. Rubinstein, you’ll get one-on-one time to discuss your treatment goals and plan out your upcoming facelift surgery. This is a great time to ask any questions you may have about your facelift. Dr. Rubinstein will take this time to understand your cosmetic goals and identify the surgical techniques that will deliver the best results. He’ll explain exactly what you can expect leading up to, during and after your surgery. We suggest coming prepared with questions for Dr. Rubinstein, and considering some of the questions below.

Questions for Your Facelift Consultation

Am I A Suitable Candidate for a Facelift?

During your consultation, Dr. Rubinstein will help evaluate if you’re a good candidate for a facelift. For starters, the fact that you’re considering a facelift surgery is a good indicator that you understand the benefits of treatment. If you are seeking to correct sagging skin, wrinkles and lines in the face, jawline and neck, a facelift is the correct procedure to consider. Generally, as long as you’re in good physical health, and are experiencing prominent signs of aging that cannot be addressed with other cosmetic techniques, you are a suitable candidate for a facelift.

Can a Facelift Be Combined With Other Procedures?

Board-certified plastic surgeon Adam J. Rubinstein, M.D., F.A.C.S., routinely combines a number of other facial surgery options safely and effectively. Combined procedures are exceptionally useful when you wish to reduce the signs of aging uniformly across your face. Some common procedures combined with facelifts include:

How Long After a Facelift Consultation Is the Surgery?

Typically, the time between your initial consultation and facelift surgery with Dr. Rubinstein will range from 1 to 6 weeks. The exact timing depends on several factors. One major consideration is Dr. Rubinstein’s availability, as he needs to block off adequate time to perform your procedure. Some patients also need a few weeks to prepare for surgery, which may involve stopping certain vitamins, medications, or drugs that could interfere with the treatment.

What Happens During Facelift Surgery?

Though safe and effective, a facelift is a more intensive procedure generally requiring admittance to a local hospital and a one night stay for observation. You will be given general anesthesia for the procedure, meaning you will be fully asleep and without pain during the procedure. The procedure takes about three to five hours with incisions made along the hairline to ensure they are well-hidden after recovery. When the surgery is complete, Dr. Rubinstein applies bandages around your face and places drains to remove fluids that commonly build up as a result of surgery. The bandage and drains are removed 24 hours later, and you are released from the hospital to continue healing in the comfort of your home.

Scheduled Your Facelift Surgery in Miami, FL?

With your consultation completed and your facelift surgery scheduled, all that’s left to do is prepare for your treatment and arrive ready for surgery. Below, we’ll explain what you can expect on the day of your facelift surgery with Dr. Rubinstein. We welcome patients from Aventura, Miami and Fort Lauderdale, FL.

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Questions About Your Facelift Surgery

How Will My Facelift Be Performed?

The surgical techniques used for your facelift will vary slightly depending on whether you’re receiving a full facelift or a many facelift. However, the same underlying techniques are involved in both procedures. For starters, facelift surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia, which ensures the patient will be asleep throughout the procedure. This means you will experience no pain and you’ll have no recollection of the surgery afterwards. The incisions used during a facelift are typically located along the hairline and extend down and around the ears. The mini facelift may require fewer or shorter incisions, reducing the scarring and recovery time but also limiting the cosmetic benefits of treatment.

How Long Will Facelift Surgery Take?

Facelift surgery generally takes 2 to 6 hours and is usually an outpatient procedure. Typically, this surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia, which leaves the patient asleep and without pain for the duration of the procedure. The exact length of surgery will vary depending on the technique used. A full facelift, or traditional facelift, involves incisions made along the hairline and around the ears. This is used for most facelift procedures as it enables Dr. Rubinstein to access all of the facial tissue necessary to rejuvenate the appearance. A mini facelift requires fewer and shorter incisions. This will give Dr. Rubinstein limited access to the facial tissue, but enough for him to address wrinkles, lines and sagging skin in the lower face.

Just Had Your Facelift Surgery in Miami, FL?

The recovery process for your facelift is almost as important as the surgery itself. Below, we’ll explore your post-surgery instructions and what you need to consider as your body heals from the facelift procedure. Adam J. Rubinstein, M.D., F.A.C.S., is a board-certified plastic surgeon who offers facelifts and other cosmetic surgeries to the residents of Miami and Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

What is Facelift Recovery Like?

Most patients are pleasantly surprised at how relatively easy and comfortable facelift recovery can be. They experience some normal pain, tightness, bruising and swelling for the first few days following surgery. To minimize discomfort, patients should keep their head elevated and movement limited as much as possible. Dr. Rubinstein provides pain medication and supplements to aid healing that first week. The first set of sutures is removed around day 7. Most tightness subsides and patients can wear makeup again after the first week. In the second week, the second set of sutures is removed, bruising fades, and swelling continues to improve. Most patients return to work 10-14 days after their procedure. Light exercise can resume after 2 days, with normal routines gradually resumed 2-3 weeks post-surgery. Recovery is a bit shorter for mini-facelift patients versus traditional facelift patients. Dr. Rubinstein and his team provide detailed post-op instructions for optimal healing.

How Long Will a Facelift Last?

Facelift Recovery Timeline

In general, the facelift recovery timeline is:

Week 1

Swelling, bruising and discomfort peak around days 3-4 then gradually improve. Sutures are removed at the end of the week.

Week 2

Residual bruising and swelling continue to resolve. Patients can return to work and light activities but should avoid strenuous exercise.

Weeks 3-6

Swelling and bruising continue to subside. Patients can resume normal activities after 4-6 weeks but should protect scars from sun exposure.

Months 3+

Final results emerge as residual swelling resolves and tissues completely heal. Patients should continue proper skincare and sun protection.

Frequently Asked Questions

How Much Does a Facelift Cost in Miami, FL?

The cost of a facelift can vary quite a bit depending on the complexity and extent of the procedure. The technique used, whether general anesthesia is required, combining additional procedures like eyelid surgery or neck liposuction, and the intricacy of the case can all affect the total facelift price. At your consultation with Dr. Rubinstein, he can examine your facial anatomy and structure to determine the right treatment plan for you. He will then be able to provide you with an accurate quote for your customized facelift procedure. We accept several different forms of payment for your convenience:

Cash
Cashier’s check
All major credit cards
Personal checks (accepted a minimum of two weeks in advance of a scheduled procedure)

Dr. Rubinstein also offers in-office financing, helping patients to budget for their facial rejuvenation goals.

When Is The Best Age For Facelift?

The best time for a facelift can vary depending on the individual and their specific needs and goals. Generally, it is recommended to wait until the signs of aging in the face and neck become more prominent and noticeable before considering a facelift. This may be around the age of 40 or 50, but can vary depending on factors such as genetics and lifestyle habits. It’s also important to consider your overall health and wellness.

How Do I Prepare For My Facelift?

We will provide all of your preoperative and postoperative instructions prior to your facelift. We will ask you to stop certain vitamins, herbs and medications, including aspirin and ibuprofen, among others. Facelift recovery is shortened if patients follow our very specific instructions.

If you would like to remove the unwanted signs of aging and reshape and rejuvenate your appearance, contact us to request a facelift consultation with board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Adam J. Rubinstein. At our practice in Aventura, we serve the residents of Miami, Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding areas of South Florida.