Mid-face lift surgery, also known as cheek lift surgery, is a cosmetic procedure aim to rejuvenate the mid-face area by lifting sagging cheeks and minimizing other signs of aging such as wrinkles and loose skin. This surgery addresses issues such as drooping and sunken cheeks while improving the appearance of under-eye hollows (also called tear troughs) caused by natural aging processes or significant weight loss.
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Treatment Procedure ?
This procedure's mechanism involves lifting and repositioning the soft tissues in the cheek area to a higher, more youthful position. The steps of this surgery include:
Anesthesia: The patient receives local anesthesia, intravenous sedation, or general anesthesia to ensure comfort throughout the surgical procedure.
Incision Placement: Small incisions are made in the temporal region, hidden within the hairline, or along the lower eyelid combining with intraoral incisions may be combined to conceal post-surgical scarring.
Soft Tissue Repositioning: The malar fat pad, muscles, and tissues of the anterior cheek region are elevated to a higher position by surgically securing these tissues into their new placement.
Excess Skin Removal: If excess skin is present, it will be excised.
Incision Closure: The incisions are closed with non-absorbable sutures.
Compression Garment: The surgeon will provide the patient with a specialized compression garment to minimize swelling and bleeding risk, promoting faster recovery.
3D simulation of endoscopic midface lift (cheeklift) | Dr Chiem Quoc Thai at Viet My Plastic Surgery
Advantages of Midface Lift ?
Cheek lift surgery rejuvenates the mid-face region and enhances overall facial harmony.
The rejuvenating effect would have these characteristics:
Restores youthful cheek contours to their younger versions.
Natural, long-lasting results.
Improve self-images, confidence, facial aesthetics and overall mental health.
Can be combined with lower blepharoplasty in the same procedures.
When combined with lower blepharoplasty, conditions such as tear troughs and excessive fat at lower eyelid will be treated
Indication - Who is the appropriate candidates?
This surgery is suitable for patients experiencing signs of mid-face aging, primarily addressing sagging cheeks and volume loss, also the patients must also really desire facial rejuvenation.
Pre-operative Preparation
The patient will meet with the surgeon for consultation and treatment planning. Comprehensive health assessments will be conducted to evaluate the patient's medical condition, including:
- Comprehensive health examinations and laboratory tests (urine and blood sample tests).
- The surgeon will review the patient's medical history and provide pre-operative instructions.
- The patient may be required to discontinue certain anti-inflammatory and anticoagulant medications.
- Detailed dietary instructions will be provided.
Post operative care
Proper post-operative care is essential for a quick and effective recovery as well as achieving the aesthetic improvement desires. The recommended actions for a guideline include:
Apply cold compresses regularly following instruction by the surgeon to reduce swelling during the first 48 hours.
Sleep with head elevated to minimize swelling and discomfort.
Avoid bending forward.
Avoid strenuous activities and heavy lifting during the first three weeks.
Take prescribed medications including antibiotics and pain relievers according to the provided prescription.
Avoid direct sun exposure, use protective eyewear and face coverings if going outdoors during the first month. To prevent scar hyperpigmentation from sun exposure, maintain this practice for the first three months.
Attend all follow-up appointments for evaluation and recovery monitoring.
Recovery phases.
The patient's recovery progresses through multiple stages. During the first week, particularly the first few days following surgery, facial swelling will be present, and rest is essential during this period. Sutures will be removed after 10 days.
Patients may resume outdoor activities and social engagements during the second week; however, exercise and strenuous work should still be limited.
* The final results also depend on individual's physiology
