When patients come in for facelift consults, they’ll often ask me, “Do I have to do a full facelift? Can I do a mini facelift?” What I’d like to talk about are the differences between a full and mini and the pros and cons of using one versus the other.
A full facelift really encompasses the mid-face, the jowl area and part of the neck. There is a bigger commitment of time, money and recovery but the results are phenomenal. The patient who expects or wants their face to be completely rejuvenated, a full facelift is really what they need.
A mini facelift is perfect for someone who has a bit of jowling here, maybe some loose skin down here. Tissues have sagged a little but they’re pretty happy with their eyes and their cheeks, they just really don’t like what’s happening here. Is it for everyone? Absolutely not, because if the cheeks have dropped and they’re hollow in here and their face is sagging up here and you do a mini, they’re going to look out of balance. This is still going to need work and it will show. So, we definitely don’t want to do a mini facelift on someone who needs a full facelift.
But for those who can do a mini facelift, minimal downtime, minimal incisions and great results. It’s a great procedure.
Your highly regarded cosmetic surgeons of Naples, Dr. Paul M. Gardner and Dr. Leopoldo M. Baccaro, help patients resolve their concerns by performing the full range of facial plastic surgery procedures, including:
The facelift is an ideal solution for sagging skin and wrinkles on the face which can lead to an aged and tired appearance. This procedure involves tightening the skin and firming the underlying muscles to produce a smoother, more youthful appearance. The mini facelift surgery provides similar results with less invasive methods and limited downtime.
Eyelid surgery is the perfect solution for those suffering from crows’ feet or sagging eyelids. The results from this procedure can refresh your appearance and make you look years younger and more energetic. Along with correcting age-related imperfections, the procedure can improve genetic eye conditions such as under-eye bags and sinking eyelids.
This popular procedure can reshape the defining feature of the face—the nose. Dr. Baccaro can utilize the latest surgical techniques to make subtle changes to correct minor imperfections and improve facial balance. He can also make significant alterations to reshape the nose and heighten your facial aesthetic with natural-looking results. Dr. Baccaro performs both open and closed rhinoplasty procedures, depending upon the desired enhancement, and can help repair a deviated septum as well.
Whether through sun exposure or advancing age, the neck area often displays some of the first indications of aging skin. The resultant loose skin, sagging skin, drooping jowls, creases, and double chin affect the appearance of both the face and neck. Neck lift surgery enhances the contours of the neck by tightening the skin and muscles. The improved contours from neck surgery can lead to a stronger jawline and overall improved head and neck area proportions.
Ear reshaping, or otoplasty, may provide a lasting solution for asymmetrical, misshapen or prominent ears. While this procedure is popular among adults, children with ear defects caused by trauma or genetics also benefit. Children’s ears are more conducive to surgical alteration due to their pliable cartilage. In fact, medical experts recommend that patients born with ear imperfections undergo reshaping in their youth to provide surgeons the greatest flexibility.
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As a concierge physician I can tell you that my patients have extremely high expectations.
My personal expectations were similarly high, and were surpassed on all counts by the staff, and the quality of the perioperative and operative experience. The office is immaculate and the communication skills of Dr. Gardner are outstanding.
I could not be happier, and more comfortable referring to this office.
I am thrilled. My tummy has bothered me my entire life. Having Dr. Baccaro take that insecurity away in an afternoon is the most freeing and exhilarating feeling 🙂 Thank you to the entire team!
Dr Baccaro is a gifted surgeon, with remarkable, state of the art, skills to perform complex surgery.
After being diagnosed with breast cancer, I opted to go for a full bilateral mastectomy combined with reconstruction. I chose Dr. Baccaro not only because he was referred as the reconstruction subject matter expert in Florida, but because paired with Lisa, his nurse, and Amy, they demonstrated a genuine compassion and took the time to understand my situation with all emotions I was going thru. Their detailed explanation of the pros & cons of surgery, the implants, the procedure itself and the various stages of the recovery reassured me. Trust me, I had a very long list of questions and concerns!
The surgery was a great success and the recovery went very well. The results are spectacular and much better than I originally expected!
Dr. Baccaro and Lisa are without doubts, experts in their domain, therefore they recommended and performed what was best for my situation. What makes them different is that they have truly demonstrated they care for me, as a person not just as a patient. The entire team, Dr. Baccaro, Lisa and Amy, are wonderful human beings filled with kindness and compassion.
I highly recommended Dr. Baccaro and his team!
Dr. Gardner is a terrific Plastic Surgeon! He was highly recommended by a friend in Naples as “the best” and she was so right. I went to see him due to a droopy right eyelid which sometimes happens as we age. He knew exactly how to fix the eyelid muscle (a procedure he performs frequently) I immediately felt confident he was the right choice. I decided that since I was going to have this surgery and have to recover anyway I would have him fix some other things that have also drooped on my face. He performed a partial brow lift, and corrected both eyelids. I look refreshed… not redone. He corrects with a subtle hand. The entire experience was great, from the wonderful state of the art surgery facility, to the committed staff and of course Dr Gardner himself.
If I could give them all six stars I would.
Andrea & Lisa were both lovely & non intimidating their bedside manner was great Dr. Gardner was confident & reassuring he didn’t have that ‘surgeons pompous attitude’!
Dr. G is on a short list of people who have literally changed my life forever. I actually have a card with a hand written note to give him as an extra personal thank you.
Dr. Gardner and his staff are wonderful. I felt I was in great hands throughout the entire process. Everything was explained in detail and all questions answered. I am very happy with the results and would definitely recommend Dr. Gardner and his crew.
The entire staff from reception to care delivery and coordination is incredible and caring. Dr. Gardner is truly motivated to achieve an optimal (honest expectation) result far beyond just invoicing the client which is typical of peer groups in the area. I am so glad I waited to be seen by him because I am confident it allowed him to take the proper time with my case and would highly recommend his practice!
My entire experience was positive. Professional, caring and successful result.
Love Dr. Gardner and the entire staff.
At Naples Plastic Surgery, our cosmetic services are designed to contour and enhance your body to help you achieve the body image that you desire. Known for offering among the best facial plastic surgery in Naples, our board-certified surgeons are known as much for their artistry as they are for their surgical skills. We understand that your image is the key to feeling great, so we will provide you with the most reliable advice and services to help make you look and feel your best.
The surgical team at Naples Plastic Surgery has the training and experience necessary to help you pursue your own individual cosmetic goals down to the very last detail, all in a warm, comfortable, and private environment.
Dr. Jason Crespo, MD, is a board-eligible plastic and hand surgeon who is fluent in English and Spanish. He obtained his Medical Doctorate at The University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Dr. Crespo then completed an integrated plastic surgery residency, followed by an orthopedic hand fellowship at UMass Medical School in Worcester, MA.
The plastic surgery process at Naples Plastic Surgery begins with a one-on-one, confidential consultation in which your surgeon conducts an examination to determine which procedures are likely to produce the most robust aesthetic improvements. This includes a comprehensive discussion with you to identify the benefits, risks and costs associated with each procedure. It may be possible to combine a number of surgical procedures into a single surgery if you desire and if your medical condition permits it.
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