Modified Facelift in Fort Lauderdale

Achieve a more youthful contour with a personalized modified facelift lift in Fort Lauderdale. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Lisa J. Learn offers the Modified Facelift to specifically address early signs of aging, providing a tailored rejuvenation experience that fits your lifestyle and unique facial structure.

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Total Rejuvenation with Swift Recovery

A modified facelift is ideal for patients seeking targeted rejuvenation and a streamlined recovery time. This excellent surgical option provides significant lower-face improvement without the extensive downtime associated with a traditional facelift. Dr. Lisa J. Learn and her highly qualified team specialize in this technique to help patients achieve a naturally refreshed and youthful appearance.

What is a Modified Facelift?

The modified facelift is a refined surgical procedure designed to rejuvenate the mid-to-lower face. This technique focuses on lifting sagging skin, smoothing deep folds around the nose and mouth, and restoring a sharp, youthful jawline.

Unlike traditional facelifts that require extensive surgery, the modified facelift utilizes smaller, discreet S-shaped incisions around the ears. This approach provides impactful results with significantly less scarring and a faster healing time, allowing you to return to your routine sooner.

What are the Benefits of a Modified Facelift?

Customized Treatment: Dr. Learn assesses each patient’s facial anatomy and aging patterns to develop a surgical plan that addresses their unique concerns.
Minimally Invasive: The procedure involves smaller incisions, leading to reduced scarring and a shorter recovery time.
Natural-Looking Results: By focusing on specific areas, the modified facelift provides subtle enhancements that rejuvenate your appearance and will never look overdone.
Enhanced Confidence: Achieving a more youthful, refreshed look can significantly boost self-esteem and overall quality of life.

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What Can a Modified Facelift Treat?

A modified facelift addresses various signs of aging, particularly in the lower two-thirds of the face. This procedure can effectively treat:

Sagging Skin: Lifts and tightens loose skin around the cheeks and jawline.
Deep Nasolabial Folds: Reduces pronounced lines running from the nose to the corners of the mouth.
Jowls: Contours the jawline for a firm, youthful jawline.
Marionette Lines: Softens vertical lines that extend from the corners of the mouth downward.
Mild Neck Laxity: Improves the early signs of sagging in the neck area.

By focusing on these areas, a modified facelift restores a fresh, youthful look that appears natural—like you.

Are You a Good Candidate?

Several factors will be considered to determine if you're a good candidate for a modified facelift in Fort Lauderdale. Ideal candidates typically include those who meet the following:

Visible Signs of Aging: Individuals experiencing mild to moderate sagging skin, deepening nasolabial folds, jowls, or other age-related changes in the lower face and neck.
Good Overall Health: Candidates should be in good general health, free from medical conditions that could impair healing or increase risks. Conditions such as diabetes may complicate both the procedure and recovery.
Non-Smokers: Smoking negatively affects circulation and can delay healing. Non-smokers, or those willing to quit smoking before the procedure, are generally better candidates.
Adequate Skin Elasticity: Sufficient skin elasticity is essential to achieve optimal results, as it allows the skin to conform smoothly to the new facial contours.

Mini Facelift vs Modified Facelift

At Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgery, we offer a traditional facelift as well as a mini facelift and a modified facelift. While mini and modified facelifts are both less invasive alternatives to a traditional full facelift, they have key differences in technique, target areas, and results. Here’s a breakdown:

Purpose

Mini Facelift: Designed to address mild to moderate sagging, primarily in the lower face, including the jawline and early jowls. It’s ideal for individuals with early signs of aging who want a subtle lift.
Modified Facelift: A more customizable procedure that targets moderate sagging in the lower and mid-face. It can involve deeper tissue repositioning for more noticeable rejuvenation without a full facelift.

Procedure

Mini Facelift: Uses small incisions, typically around the ears, to lift and tighten the skin and underlying tissues with minimal dissection.
Modified Facelift: Involves slightly longer incisions than a mini facelift, allowing for deeper tissue repositioning (such as SMAS tightening), fat grafting, and sometimes minor neck improvement.

Invasiveness

Mini Facelift: Less invasive, focusing mainly on surface-level tightening with minimal deep tissue work.
Modified Facelift: More invasive than a mini facelift, but less extensive than a full facelift. It includes deeper tissue adjustments but avoids full facial dissection.

Recovery

Mini Facelift: Faster recovery time, usually around 1-2 weeks, with mild swelling and bruising.
Modified Facelift: Recovery takes approximately 2-3 weeks, with more swelling and bruising than a mini facelift due to the deeper tissue work.

Results

Mini Facelift: Provides a subtle lift, enhancing the jawline and reducing early signs of aging. Best for individuals in their late 30s to early 50s who want mild facial rejuvenation.
Modified Facelift: Produces a more noticeable lift and contouring effect, particularly in the mid-face and jawline, without the drastic changes of a full facelift. Suitable for individuals with moderate skin laxity.

Longevity

Mini Facelift: Results typically last 5-7 years, depending on skin quality, lifestyle, and genetics.
Modified Facelift: Offers longer-lasting results, usually 7-10 years, making it a better option for those looking for more extended facial rejuvenation.

Patient Testimonial

My mid face lift has given me the ability to greet the world every day in my best mood, feeling good about myself. Feeling confident is everything to me. I like being the best 'me', I can be. I've had botox, filler, and a face lift, with Dr. Learn and her staff, and I highly recommend their services. I have experience with no less than 20+ providers over the past 15 years, and Dr. Learn and her staff are my all time, top notch, favorite. I will be keeping my self esteem up, for many years to come, at Dr. Learns Plastic Surgery office.

Robbie L.

Dr. Learn did an EXCELLENT job in fixing someone else's terrible work. I had minimal down time, and the results are impeccable. She is a GREAT Doctor and an incredible person. Filled with compassion & artistry. Everyone that sees the results is so happy for me. I wake up now & look in the mirror and I am happy. I thank the universe for leading me to her.

Francisco V.

When it comes to your face, you deserve the best. Doctor Learn is committed to providing you with the latest in cosmetic plastic surgery. Her practice offers exceptional care and expertise plus an outstanding bedside manner. Furthermore, her primary concern are the safety and predictability of the results. I am a very satisfied client with the beautiful, natural looking result of my mini face lift plus, a quick recovery and pain free. Dr Lisa Learn is the best!

Margaret D.

I’ve had many previous procedures and this by far was the best ever. I’m told I look 15 years younger. Can’t even begin to say how awesome Dr. Lisa and staff are. No pain, dinner and Happy Hour 2 days after my partial face/neck lift.

Alda T.

Why Choose Dr. Lisa Learn?

With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Lisa J. Learn offers expert care focused on your well-being, health, and comfort. As one of the few female, board-certified plastic surgeons in Fort Lauderdale, and a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgery, Dr. Learn is renowned for delivering beautiful, natural outcomes across a variety of treatments.

Her approach balances aesthetic expertise with a compassionate understanding of women’s needs, ensuring a personalized, thoughtful experience for every patient. At Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgery, we treat you like family, helping you regain confidence and look as youthful as you feel. For a modified facelift in Fort Lauderdale, Dr. Learn is the trusted choice for achieving your cosmetic goals with care and precision.