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Facelift is one of the major cosmetic surgery procedures that can take several years off the patient’s face to restore a more youthful facial look. During the pre-op consultation, the surgeon will explain all aspects of the procedure, and may also present facelift before and after photographs.

The first concern of a responsible surgeon will be to educate the patient properly about facelift surgery, and help them make an informed decision. Dr. Bryson Richards is a board certified plastic surgeon providing facelift and other procedures to patients in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding locations.

What are Facelift Before and After Photographs?

 Before and after photographs in case of facelift plastic surgery refer to a pair or group of pictures pertaining to a previous patient who has received the same surgery with satisfactory results. The pictures are taken prior to the surgery and after the surgery at a stage when the initial bruising and swelling has been completely resolved.

The cosmetic surgeon will take care to ensure that before and after photographs are obtained with the full consent of the patient and presented before new patients in an appropriate manner. The patient’s identity will usually remain undisclosed. The sole purpose of this exercise is to use the photos as a visual tool and educate new patients about the potential effectiveness of facelift.

Benefits  

Face is the most prominent area of the body, and it is natural for a patient to be concerned about how their facial appearance will be altered with facelift surgery. Some patients may seek substantial improvement in the facial look, while others may only want a subtle reduction in the facial signs of aging to keep the results more natural looking.

In some cases, the surgeon may recommend ancillary procedures such as facial or neck liposuction, double chin or jowl reduction, neck lift, facial fat transfer, or other procedures. In each case, the patient is better placed to make the right decisions when they have access to a range of facelift before and after photos. Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV and nearby areas for facelift and various other surgical and non-surgical procedures.

Reasonable Expectations 

Highest patient satisfactions levels in any cosmetic procedure are usually achieved when the patient has a positive mindset, clear aesthetic goals, and reasonable expectations. Therefore, an experienced surgeon will like to present facelift before and after photos at the very first appointment.

When the patient reviews the photos, they will know exactly what to expect and what not to expect from the surgery. This will mitigate the risk of any misunderstanding or disappointment occurring at a later stage when it may be too late to make any reversals.

Online Photo Gallery 

The surgeon may provide facelift before and after photos on their practice website under a dedicated Photo Gallery section. New patients can simply access the photos online in the comfort and privacy of their home or office. If they feel encouraged, they may decide to schedule a facelift appointment with the surgeon’s office.

The growth of the digital age is upon us. There has not been one business realm on this planet that has not been touched by digital technology. Even public organizations have been benefactors of the digital age, from police to fire departments and so on. In the medical community, patients and surgeons have been massive benefactors. Now a surgeon can show anyone what they can do and a patient can decide if that is what they want done to them. Digital pictures enable patients to see exactly how a particular operation will look on them.

The clarity of these pictures on the websites are astonishing. Now when a patient signs up for one of these operations they are far more informed about what to expect than patients were years before.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

The facelift has consistently been among the top cosmetic surgery procedures in terms of its popularity over the last 25 years. Surgical techniques and technology have evolved over these years, and now it is possible produce dramatic outcomes in a less invasive, less painful manner, while involving a speedy recovery. It is important, however, to choose a fully trained surgeon for a complex procedure such as facelift.

The plastic surgeon will discuss the costs and other aspects of the procedure at the initial consultation. A responsible surgeon will try to go the extra mile to ensure that the patient makes a fully informed and well-considered decision. Dr. Bryson Richards is a board certified plastic surgeon providing facelift and various other procedures to patients in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding locations.

Factors Influencing the Sticker Price

The financial factors of a facelift plastic surgery will vary from one practice to another, and may even vary from one patient to another at the same practice. The following key factors will impact the overall dollar amount of the facelift for a patient.

Location Factor

Where the practice is located will make a difference to the overall monetary amount of the facelift surgery. The sticker price in prime urban centers and cities around the coastal regions will typically be higher than the costs in smaller towns and interior regions. Employment rates, medial household incomes, real estate prices, and local taxation can differ between two regions, which will impact the average costs. Therefore, the cost of facelift surgery in Las Vegas, NV may not be the same as the price tag in, say, Atlanta, GA.

Facelift Technique

If a significant improvement in the facial appearance is required, the surgeon may apply the deep plane facelift technique, or combine the procedure with facial liposuction, neck lift, fat transfer or other procedures. In another case, only a partial facelift surgery may be necessary. The cost of procedure will vary according to the type and extent of facelift surgery performed.

Anesthesia and Surgical Venue Costs

A Facelift may be performed using general anesthesia or local anesthesia with IV sedation. The procedure may be performed by an anesthesiologist or a registered anesthetist nurse. Their fee will differ according to their qualifications. The procedure may be performed at a hospital, an accredited surgical center, or a private surgical suite. The costs and benefits in each case will vary.

Fee Charged by the Surgeon

The cosmetic surgeon may charge a fee for facelift according to their qualifications, experience and reputation in the area of facial procedures. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons recommends that patients should choose the right surgeon for their needs, and aspects such as the surgeon’s fee should only be secondary considerations to such a decision.

Financing

The price tag for the facelift procedure should not deter a patient from achieving their desired aesthetic goals. Patients have an option to receive low interest loans from professional medical care finance companies. These companies may offer easy terms and conditions and quick approvals, and sometimes even zero interest loans for a certain period of time.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

Facelift is a long term cosmetic surgery solution to address the visible signs of facial aging. Each facial structure is unique and will require different facelift approaches to achieve optimal results in the least invasive way. Board certified plastic surgeon Dr. Bryson Richards provides facelift surgery to patients in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding locations.

Common Facial Aging Signs

Most patients will have one or more of the following facial signs of aging that can be corrected with a customized facelift plastic surgery procedure:

• Conspicuous nasolabial folds or laugh lines
• Sagging skin or ptosis in the mid-face or lower face
• Excess fat deposits or uneven fat distribution
• Wrinkles or fine lines in the area below the lower eyelids
• Appearance of prominent jowls or double chin

Various facelift options can be applied to address specific aging signs in the lower two-third of the face. In some cases, upper facial procedures such as brow lift, eyelid lift or forehead lift may also be combined to produce more harmonious looking results. Leading cosmetic surgeon Dr. Richards receives patients from Las Vegas, NV and nearby areas for facelift surgery.

Surgical Options

Facelift surgery may be completed in about two to five hours, depending on the facial surgery options chosen. The surgeon will begin the procedure by placing incisions in the front and back of the ear to keep them discreet. Prior to tightening the facial muscles and repositioning or excising loose skin, the surgeon may perform liposuction of the face and jowls. A deep plane facelift technique may be chosen if the facial skin is substantially sagging and requires a deeper lift. Results are more sustainable and natural looking with this technique.

If the patient presents a jowly face and has loose neck bands or double chin appearance, the surgeon may perform facelift in conjunction with neck lift surgery. If the patient suffers from loss of volume in the cheeks or temples, a facial fat transfer procedure may be performed to restore volume to the depleted areas and create a fuller, rounder face.

Facial fat transfer involves harvesting autologous fat from a donor site in the patient’s own body, and injecting the fat to the targeted areas that need volumizing. In some cases, non-surgical procedures such as dermal fillers may be applied to add volume to the face along with facelift surgery.

Neck or chin liposuction, brow lift, eyelid lift, forehead lift, nose reshaping, and ear reshaping surgery are some other facial surgery options that may sometimes be performed in conjunction with a facelift procedure. The surgeon will prepare a surgical plan according to the specific anatomical and aesthetic needs of the patient, which will combine one or more facial surgery options.

Recovery

Recovery period will depend on the extent of facelift surgery and additional facial procedures performed. Most patients can return to their normal routine or go back to work in about one to two weeks. While facial bruising will resolve in about two weeks, swelling will go away gradually over several weeks.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.

Rhytidectomy, commonly known as facelift, is a major cosmetic surgery procedure designed to reduce facial sagging and restore a youthful facial appearance. Facelift is a complex procedure involving nuances that can have a dramatic aesthetic impact. It is important to choose a fully trained and experienced surgeon to achieve the precise, desired goals with facelift surgery.

Dr. Bryson Richards is a board certified plastic surgeon providing facelift and various other cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. Dr. Richards keeps updated with the latest advancements and innovative techniques in the area of facelift surgery. He provides cutting edge facelift procedures to patients in Las Vegas, NV and surrounding locations.

Selecting a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Richards earned his board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS). ABPS is the most authoritative and prestigious board awarding certification only to the best in class surgeons with advanced training in plastic surgery. When a patient selects a surgeon who is board certified by the ABPS, they have an assurance that the surgeon has received at least three to five years of medical training, with a minimum of two years dedicated exclusively to plastic surgery.

Additionally, the surgeon will be required to undergo ongoing surgical training and take new exams every 10 years in order to maintain the board certified status. This rigorous certification system ensures that the surgeon remains on top with expertise in the latest surgical technology, techniques, and safety protocols. Dr. Richards’ extensive engagement in publishing scientific papers and making national level presentations in the field of surgery also establish his robust reputation and authority in the medical community.

Maintaining Personal Rapport

A facelift procedure is a transformative personal journey for a patient. It is important to choose a cosmetic surgeon who has a warm and accessible approach and an assuring, friendly demeanor. Having a personal rapport and a natural connect with the surgeon is important so that the patient can feel comfortable about sharing their innate needs, concerns, and aesthetic aspirations.

The surgeon should spend adequate time to address every little concern and doubt of the patient in detail to ensure complete patient satisfaction. Dr. Richards establishes a positive and reassuring relationship with his patients, and provides them personalized care and attention from the first consultation to the stage of recovery and beyond. He receives patients from Las Vegas, NV and nearby areas.

Focus on Natural Looking Results

The patient should choose a facelift surgeon who is well-versed with the latest techniques to lift and tighten the underlying facial tissue and muscles. The surgeon should avoid horizontal pulling techniques that can create only superficial outcomes. Adopting advanced techniques will allow the surgeon to lift the facial tissue at a deeper level and lift upward in a vertical direction.

This will avoid the unnatural “windswept” or “pinched” facial appearance with excessively tight skin. Dr. Richards successfully addresses all age-related changes of the face with a consummate, three-dimensional approach, while eliminating the risk of facial distortions associated with the older or outdated techniques.

If you would like more information on cosmetic surgery procedures and treatments performed by Las Vegas, Nevada plastic surgeon, Dr. Bryson Richards please contact us at 702.870.7070

Taking new patients from Las Vegas, Bullhead City,  Laughlin, Pahrump, Mesquite NV and surrounding areas.