Procedure Time 2 - 4 Hours
Recovery Time 28 - 36 Days
A revision facelift is a follow-up procedure for those who are dissatisfied with the results of their initial facelift or who desire to address age-related changes that have emerged since their first surgery. Regardless of your reason for seeking a revision, choosing the right surgeon is critical to your results.
Dr. Shire is the top choice for your revision facelift in Chattanooga, TN. As a revision facelift specialist, Dr. Shire brings his patients a wealth of experience, advanced training, and personalized care. His unparalleled surgical expertise and commitment to excellence create an exceptional facial plastic surgery experience.
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What is a Revision Facelift?
A revision facelift is an additional cosmetic procedure performed after your initial facelift to correct or improve results. Similar to a standard facelift, a revision facelift is a surgical procedure performed in our state-of-the-art outpatient surgical center. Revision facelifts are done for many reasons:
- Dissatisfaction with the results: If a facelift left you with an unnatural, overly tight, asymmetrical, or otherwise undesirable appearance, revision by a skilled surgeon can increase your satisfaction.
- Notable aging: Following your facelift, your face, neck, and skin will continue to age naturally. If you notice new signs of aging, such as sagging skin or deepened jowls, a revision facelift can be an excellent option.
Who is a Good Candidate for a Revision Facelift?
Revision facelifts are performed on adult men and women of all ages seeking to enhance or repair the outcome of their first procedure. Several factors must be considered when deciding if a revision or corrective facelift is right for you.
- Health: You must be in overall good health and have no contraindications for surgery, such as specific medical conditions or smoking.
- Expectations: You must have realistic expectations about the potential outcomes of the revision surgery.
- Understanding: It is essential to have all questions answered, be confident in your decision, and fully understand the revision facelift procedure and its risks and benefits.
An individual consultation with Dr. Shire is necessary before your procedure and is the best way to determine if you are a good fit for a revision.
At your consultation, Dr. Shire will examine your facial anatomy, structure, and results from the initial procedure. You will have ample opportunity to ask questions, discuss concerns, and learn about your procedure and expected results.
The Revision Facelift Procedure
On the day of your procedure, you will arrive at our clean and modern outpatient surgical center to be greeted by our warm, professional staff. You will meet with Dr. Shire prior to your procedure.
Dr. Shire uses advanced, minimally invasive techniques to reduce scarring and ensure natural-looking results. His skill and attention to detail are seamlessly incorporated into every procedure step.
- Anesthesia: To ensure your comfort, you will receive either local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia for your procedure.
- Incision: Once you are comfortable, Dr. Shire will strategically place incisions to minimize scarring. The incisions are often in the same place as your initial facelift scars and hidden by your hairline or ears.
- Lifting: Next, your skin is gently lifted from the tissues below, allowing Dr. Shire to visualize the previous surgical alterations, areas to be modified, as well as facial muscles, tissue, and fat.
- Revision: Dr. Shire skillfully corrects and enhances any previous surgical errors or alterations. Underlying muscles are artfully tightened, and excess facial fat is repositioned or removed to improve facial contour.
- Tightening: Your skin is carefully replaced and tightened to lessen wrinkles and achieve a firm yet natural appearance. Incisions are closed with sutures and hidden by natural features.
Following your procedure, compassionate and attentive staff will closely monitor and care for you. Once you are fully awake and ready, you can return home to rest.
Why Choose Dr. Shire for a Revision Facelift in Chatanooga, TN
Undergoing a second surgery can be daunting, especially if your previous experience did not give you the results you desired. As the most experienced and best revision facelift surgeon in Chattanooga, Dr. Shire’s exceptional results make him the undeniable top choice.
- Dr. Shire is board-certified in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and otolaryngology- head and neck surgery. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
- Dr. Shire's accolades include being named one of the Best Doctors in America for over twenty years, being voted the best plastic surgeon in Chattanooga for twelve years and counting, and being recognized as a top surgeon by the Consumers' Research Council of America.
- Dr. Shire specializes in the revision facelift procedure and minimally invasive techniques. He is also a talented and accomplished artist.
Dr. Shire’s training, specialization, and commitment to excellence in facial plastic surgery expertise create a remarkable patient experience and have made him the leading facial plastic surgeon in Chatanooga for revision procedures.
Procedures That Pair Well With a Facelift
There are several procedures you can combine with facelift surgery to achieve a more complete, youthful look. Many people choose this route to ensure that all their facial features are harmonious and don't clash with the natural effects of aging. Of course, you'll want to consult Dr. Shire to discuss your options and expectations, but there are numerous procedures to choose from.
Browlift
Facial implants
Botox®
Eyelid surgery
Skin resurfacing for wrinkles
One of the benefits of combining procedures is that you'll only have one recovery period. Healing from multiple procedures at once will not extend the recovery process. Many patients travel to Chattanooga for Dr. Shire's expertise, experience, and the completely natural results he achieves.
Risks and Consideration
Like any elective cosmetic procedure, a revision facelift has benefits and risks. Risks and complications are always minimized when choosing a skilled and experienced surgeon for your revision facelift surgery in Chatanooga, TN.
Risks of revision facelift surgery include infection, scarring, nerve damage, and dissatisfaction with results. Dr. Shire has extensive experience performing complex revision facelifts and makes every attempt to minimize risks and complications and create the best possible outcome.
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