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Revision Facelift

Introduction

Introduction to Revision Facelift

Although facelifts have come a long way in the last ten years and yield longer-lasting and more natural results, patients’ results depend on their surgeon’s skill and several other factors. It’s unfortunate, but sometimes, a revision facelift is necessary to create the elegant outcome most patients seek. Dr. Lesley Rabach at LM Medical NYC is a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon who is an expert in an advanced technique of the extended deep plane facelift. She is known for her meticulous attention to detail, artistic eye and exquisite results when performing facelifts and other facial cosmetic surgeries. If you have had a facelift with poor results, Dr. Lesley offers revision facelift surgery at our state-of-the-art clinics in New York City.

What is a Revision Facelift?

When a person undergoes facelift surgery, the general goal is that they will look not different but like a younger version of themselves. It shouldn’t be apparent to a stranger that they’ve had surgery or “work done,” and ideally, it’s just the people closest to you who are aware that you suddenly look ten to fifteen years younger (and want the name of your surgeon!). When the results of a facelift are not satisfactory to you, a revision facelift surgery may be the best or only course of action to get you the look you desire.

Dr. Lesley, who lives in New York City, NY, has extensive experience providing excellent results for her facelift patients, whether performing their original surgery or correcting poor facelift results with a revision procedure. Dr. Lesley takes the time to listen to her patients to understand their desired results and sets expectations on what their revision facelift can achieve. Her expertise in utilizing advanced deep plane techniques to safely adjust the deep musculature of the face and neck all the way down to the clavicle can reshape the lower face and neckline into a stunningly youthful, yet natural appearance.

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What Are the Benefits of a Revision Facelift?

When performed by double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Lesley Rabach in New York City, revision facelift surgery comes with the following key benefits:

 

  • Corrects the outcome of a previous facelift: A revision procedure can correct concerns like poor scarring, unevenness, or lack of proper skin firmness after a primary facelift, eradicating dissatisfaction with previous results.
  • Restores facial balance and harmony: If the results of an initial facelift are asymmetrical, a revision procedure can restore or enhance balance and proportion among the features.
  • Improves skin texture: A revision procedure can be paired with skin treatments such as laser resurfacing to erase lines and improve the skin’s texture and tone, augmenting surgical results.
  • Boosts self-confidence: Revision facelift surgery can elevate self-esteem and self-confidence, allowing patients to feel more comfortable in social and professional settings.

Who Are the Best Candidates For a Revision Facelift?

 

A detailed consultation with Dr. Rabach in New York City is required before undergoing a revision facelift to ensure the procedure meets your needs and is safe and successful. In general, ideal candidates:

  • Wish to correct issues after a primary facelift, including scarring and asymmetry.
  • Want to address changes since their original facelift, including those induced by aging or weight gain.
  • Have had their primary facelift at least one year ago and have fully healed
  • Are healthy non-smokers free from any uncontrolled medical issues
  • Are realistic in their expectations for their results

What’s the first step?

To begin your aesthetic journey, you will meet with Dr. Rabach for a private and detailed consultation that includes a thorough medical review and physical evaluation. She will note your current medications, allergies, and pre-existing conditions. She will listen carefully and compassionately to your concerns about your previous facelift and provide knowledgeable recommendations. Dr. Rabach is aware of how nerve-wracking it can be to try again after experiencing an unsatisfactory cosmetic result.

After listening carefully to your concerns about your previous facelift, she will be able to provide knowledgeable recommendations. Rest assured, Dr. Rabach is one of the most experienced and skilled facial rejuvenation experts in New York City. She is double-board-certified and has focused her career exclusively on the delicate, complex region of the face and neck.

What to Expect on the Day of Revision Facelift Surgery

Revision facelift surgery is performed in a Quad A-accredited surgical suite under twilight sedation with local or general anesthesia. Safety is paramount to our patients, so we work with board-certified anesthesiologists to ensure a seamless and stress-free procedure.

During surgery, Dr. Rabach will create precise incisions within the natural creases of the ears and the hairline, with the aim of minimizing scarring as much as possible. In some cases, she may be able to reuse the original incisions. Next, Dr. Rabach will gently lift and reposition the underlying skin layers, remove excess skin and tissue, and firm the facial musculature for a highly natural, effortlessly beautiful result. Once all changes are made, she will close your incisions using state-of-the-art suturing techniques. A revision facelift can take up to three hours to complete.

Revision Facelift Recovery

Recovery after a revision facelift usually lasts several weeks. As with your original facelift, bruising, swelling, and soreness will peak in the first few days and then slowly fade over the course of a few months. You will be prescribed painkillers to help manage any discomfort, and Dr. Rabach will make sure you go home with a detailed aftercare plan. Patients typically return to work within about 10 to 14 days. However, strenuous exercise will need to be postponed for 4 to 6 weeks.

How Much Does a Revision Facelift Cost in New York City, NY?

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The cost of a revision facelift in New York City usually includes the surgeon’s fees, facility fees, anesthesia fees, operating room expenses, postoperative garment fees, and more. The complexity of your revision and the specific techniques utilized will also affect the total price. Costs will naturally climb if your revision is combined with facial fat grafting, laser skin rejuvenation, or another procedure. Patients should schedule a private consultation with Dr. Rabach to receive a personalized and accurate quote for services.

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The LM MEDICAL NYC Difference

Dr. Lesley Rabach is an award-winning facial plastic surgeon who is often quoted in the media for her expertise in advanced surgical techniques. Her quotes have been featured in Allure, InStyle, and Glamour, among other publications. She is Board-Certified in both Facial Plastic Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery and underwent elite fellowship training sponsored by the American Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery. She also completed a residency and internship in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at Yale New Haven Hospital.

Dr. Lesley is recognized across the globe for her natural-looking, nuanced aesthetic results and her focus on patient safety. She performs deep plane facelifts, neck lifts, lip lifts, and eyelid surgery, among other precision-oriented procedures. Dr. Rabach serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor at NYU/Bellevue, teaching the NYU facial plastics fellows and NYU Otolaryngology residents. She has been ranked “#1 female plastic surgeon” in NYC by RateMDs, featured as a “Superdoctors Rising Star” plastic surgeon in New York Times Magazine, awarded “10 Best Plastic Surgeons” by the American Institute of Plastic Surgeons, and granted “Top Doctor” designation by RealSelf.

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If you are unhappy with your facelift results and want to explore options for revision facelift surgery, contact us at LM Medical NYC. We can schedule a personal appointment with world-renowned facial surgeon Dr. Lesley to discuss revision options at our clinics in Greenwich Village and the Upper East Side in New York City.

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