To learn more about rejuvenating facelift surgery, contact our Suffolk County, Long Island, plastic surgery practice today.
Edward John Bieniewicz M.D.
167 East Main Street
Islip, New York 11730
Phone: (631) 666-1700
Fax: (631) 666-1735
Over time, environmental and lifestyle factors take their toll on one's facial appearance. At East Islip Surgical, Dr. Edward John Bieniewicz helps our patients turn back the clock with facelift surgery. Possessing the extensive experience, advanced medical expertise, and meticulous attention to detail that characterize a top plastic surgeon, Dr. Bieniewicz carefully tailors the facelift procedure to each patient at our Suffolk County, Long Island, practice. Depending on each individual's unique needs, Dr. Bieniewicz may recommend using facial implants to define the contours of the face or an Obagi Blue Peel® treatment to treat fine lines and age spots. In addition, patients often choose to combine facelift surgery with a brow lift or eyelid surgery for optimal rejuvenation.
Facelift surgery can be performed successfully on many types of individuals with different facial structures, skin tones, and expectations. However, the most suitable candidates for a facelift are individuals with facial bone structure that is well-defined, skin that has retained a fair amount of elasticity, and expectations that are reasonable. Often, these patients are in their 40s, 50s, and 60s.
Because Dr. Bieniewicz creates a personalized treatment plan for each facelift patient at our Suffolk County, Long Island, practice, the details of the facelift procedure vary from case to case. During a traditional facelift, an incision is made at the temples, just behind the hairline, and extended along the natural curve of the ear and behind the earlobe. After the skin of the face has been lifted, the doctor may remove or redistribute fat deposits and tighten the muscles underneath. After trimming away the excess skin, Dr. Bieniewicz closes the incisions and carefully bandages the area.
After facelift surgery, patients may experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort. Pain medication is provided by Dr. Bieniewicz to ease the discomfort, and it is recommended that patients rest with their heads elevated to reduce swelling. Typically, patients may return to their normal activities within two weeks, though strenuous exercise should be avoided until the doctor says otherwise. When going out in the sun, patients should use adequate sun protection.
A facelift can often take years off of a person's appearance, allowing him or her to grow older gracefully. If you are interested in learning more about facelift surgery, contact us in Suffolk County, Long Island, to schedule a free consultation with Dr. Bieniewicz.