Get a More Youthful Appearance with Healing Waters

A facelift is one of Dr. Rieger’s most popular facial rejuvenation procedures. He uses gentle, perfected surgical techniques to treat visible signs of aging in the face and neck, lifting tired skin with structural support resulting in a revitalized facial appearance.

What is a Facelift?

A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that targets visible signs of aging in the middle and lower parts of the face. As we age, gravity and other factors can cause our skin to sag and lose elasticity, resulting in wrinkles, fine lines, and a tired appearance. A facelift can address these issues by lifting the skin, removing excess skin and fat, and tightening muscles to restore a more youthful, vibrant appearance.

A facelift can be combined with other procedures, such as eyelid surgery, for complete revitalization.

Dr. Rieger is candid with facelift patients on what they can expect and works with them to develop a personalized surgical plan to maximize their surgery results, rejuvenate their face, and give them a youthful look. Schedule a complimentary consultation today.

Testimonial

WE FEEL THE LOVE

“I am extremely pleased with my mini facelift procedure . . . I still look like myself but with a more defined jawline and a firmer neck. It is the best thing I have ever done for myself and I have absolutely no regrets in getting this procedure done!”
– Patti
Mini-Facelift Patient

Frequently Asked Questions

AM I A CANDIDATE?

Ideal candidates for a facelift are generally healthy, non-smoking, medically fit for surgery. There is no “best” age to undergo facelift surgery. Facelift patients are typically in their 40s and older, though a facelift may be considered in some slightly younger patients with significant weight loss or premature aging. If the skin on your mid-to-lower face and neck is loose, creased, or sagging, you may benefit from a facelift procedure.

Following surgery, you can expect swelling, bruising, pain, and discomfort that can be managed with rest and medication. It is best to keep the head elevated for a few days. Sun exposure should be minimized. Exercise and vigorous activity should be avoided for a few weeks. The recovery period is approximately two to three weeks, though this will vary with the patient and the extent of the procedure. It may take a few months for the final results of facelift surgery to become fully apparent.

Although uncommon, some complications associated with facelift surgery include problems with anesthesia, bleeding, hematoma, infection, asymmetry, nerve injury, and problematic scarring.

It should be noted that smoking decreases blood flow to the skin and can lead to infection, skin loss, unfavorable scarring, and an undesired outcome. Active smokers must discuss their candidacy and alternatives with Dr. Rieger before being considered for a facelift or other procedures. Facelifts are not performed on patients that are actively smoking.

During facelift surgery, incisions are made along the natural contours of the ear, hairline, or inconspicuously under the chin. While the scars are permanent, in most cases, they fade well and are easily concealed.

The discomfort is generally mild and easily managed with pain medication for many patients. Due to the swelling and bruising accompanying a facelift procedure, patients often believe they look worse than they feel. Patients should expect bruising that occurs with facelifts to last for approximately three weeks.

A facelift is intended to improve the appearance of the lower two-thirds of the face and neck. Facelift results can be enhanced with various additional surgical and non-surgical facial contouring procedures. For example, eyelid surgery can help with drooping eyelids. Other surgical facial procedures, such as nose surgery, ear pinning, and dermal fillers, can help to reshape contours, correct deficits, or add definition. Laser skin resurfacing can add further refinement to address fine wrinkles and improve texture and tone.

Healing Waters fully complements surgical and non-surgical treatments to rejuvenate your face. During your plastic surgery consultation, Dr. Rieger will determine if there are additional procedures that can benefit you and will work with you to design the best treatment approach.

Facelift results last approximately seven to ten years. Although you will continue aging naturally, loose skin and tissue removed during the procedure are removed permanently, and you are unlikely to develop the same degree of laxity that you would have had without surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

AM I A CANDIDATE?

Ideal candidates for a facelift are generally healthy, non-smoking, medically fit for surgery. There is no “best” age to undergo facelift surgery. Facelift patients are typically in their 40s and older, though a facelift may be considered in some slightly younger patients with significant weight loss or premature aging. If the skin on your mid-to-lower face and neck is loose, creased, or sagging, you may benefit from a facelift procedure.

Following surgery, you can expect swelling, bruising, pain, and discomfort that can be managed with rest and medication. It is best to keep the head elevated for a few days. Sun exposure should be minimized. Exercise and vigorous activity should be avoided for a few weeks. The recovery period is approximately two to three weeks, though this will vary with the patient and the extent of the procedure. It may take a few months for the final results of facelift surgery to become fully apparent.

Although uncommon, some complications associated with facelift surgery include problems with anesthesia, bleeding, hematoma, infection, asymmetry, nerve injury, and problematic scarring.

It should be noted that smoking decreases blood flow to the skin and can lead to infection, skin loss, unfavorable scarring, and an undesired outcome. Active smokers must discuss their candidacy and alternatives with Dr. Rieger before being considered for a facelift or other procedures. Facelifts are not performed on patients that are actively smoking.

During facelift surgery, incisions are made along the natural contours of the ear, hairline, or inconspicuously under the chin. While the scars are permanent, in most cases, they fade well and are easily concealed.

The discomfort is generally mild and easily managed with pain medication for many patients. Due to the swelling and bruising accompanying a facelift procedure, patients often believe they look worse than they feel. Patients should expect bruising that occurs with facelifts to last for approximately three weeks.

A facelift is intended to improve the appearance of the lower two-thirds of the face and neck. Facelift results can be enhanced with various additional surgical and non-surgical facial contouring procedures. For example, eyelid surgery can help with drooping eyelids. Other surgical facial procedures, such as nose surgery, ear pinning, and dermal fillers, can help to reshape contours, correct deficits, or add definition. Laser skin resurfacing can add further refinement to address fine wrinkles and improve texture and tone.

Healing Waters fully complements surgical and non-surgical treatments to rejuvenate your face. During your plastic surgery consultation, Dr. Rieger will determine if there are additional procedures that can benefit you and will work with you to design the best treatment approach.

Facelift results last approximately seven to ten years. Although you will continue aging naturally, loose skin and tissue removed during the procedure are removed permanently, and you are unlikely to develop the same degree of laxity that you would have had without surgery.

Indulge in Relaxation and Rejuvenation at Healing Waters in Wichita, KS

Healing Waters is proud to offer extensive Spa Therapies, Medical Aesthetics, Wellness, Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, and more to clients in Wichita, KS, and its communities. Our commitment to exceptional service and individualized care has established us as the go-to destination for those seeking to elevate their health, well-being, and appearance.

Indulge in Relaxation and Rejuvenation at Healing Waters in Wichita, KS

Healing Waters is proud to offer extensive Spa Therapies, Medical Aesthetics, Wellness, Cosmetic Plastic Surgery, and more to clients in Wichita, KS, and its communities. Our commitment to exceptional service and individualized care has established us as the go-to destination for those seeking to elevate their health, well-being, and appearance.

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