Lifted Midface
Soft tissue descent in the cheeks is reversed, restoring fullness across the cheekbones and softening the nasolabial folds.
Faceliftin Fort Lauderdale
Reverse the tell-tale signs of aging. Excess skin removed, the midface and jowls re-suspended, the jawline and neck redefined. Natural-looking results, not the wind-swept look, by double board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Nathan Eberle.
What Is a Facelift?
If you live in Fort Lauderdale or Broward County and want to reverse visible signs of aging, consider a facelift with double board-certified plastic surgeon Nathan Eberle, M.D., D.D.S., F.A.C.S. at Weston Center for Plastic Surgery in Weston, FL.
A facelift, formally known as a rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that corrects signs of aging and improves the contours of the middle and lower one-third of the face. It addresses soft tissue descent of the midface as well as jowls and excess skin along the neck and jawline. If these age-related changes affect how you feel about your appearance, a facelift may be the solution you need.
Aging is inevitable, but it does not have to diminish a youthful look. Nathan Eberle, M.D., D.D.S., F.A.C.S. performs facelift surgery for men and women throughout South Florida with a focus on natural, never wind-swept results, including smoother lifted cheeks, a defined jawline, and improved confidence that helps you age more gracefully.
Not every face needs the full operation. When jowling is early and mostly limited to the lower face, a shorter-scope mini facelift in Fort Lauderdale may be the better fit. Our full facelift vs. mini facelift guide covers how the two differ in incisions, downtime, and longevity.
Surgeon
Nathan Eberle, M.D., D.D.S., F.A.C.S.
Certification
Double Board-Certified (ABPS & ABOMS)
Location
Weston Center for Plastic Surgery
Facelift at a Glance
Surgery time, anesthesia, recovery, and the practical details that shape the experience.
Avg. Surgery Time
Two to four hours depending on the extent of correction.
Anesthesia
IV sedation or general anesthesia.
Location
Certified in-office operating room or outpatient surgery center.
Combine With
Brow lift, blepharoplasty, neck lift, or facial fat grafting in the same session.
Recovery
Most patients are back to work in about a week; full exercise typically returns by four weeks.
Longevity
Results commonly last ten to fifteen years, though longevity varies. Aging continues, but from a younger starting point.
What Are the Benefits of a Facelift?
South Florida residents have entrusted Dr. Eberle with their appearance for years. The reasons they choose his approach to facelift surgery:
Defined Jawline
Jowls and excess skin along the jaw are removed, returning a clean, contoured line from the chin to the ear.
Smooth Neck
Loose skin under the chin is addressed and the neckline tightened, frequently by pairing the facelift with a neck lift in the same session.
Natural, Not Wind-Swept
Dr. Eberle does not perform the pulled, wind-swept look. Patients are told they look well-rested, not operated on.
Who Is the Ideal Candidate for a Facelift?
The best candidates exhibit signs of aging but don’t have major health concerns that would interfere with healing. They should have a realistic, positive outlook about results and understand what surgery can and cannot achieve.
A facelift improves age-related imperfections but will not stop the aging process. With proper skin care and sun protection, patients can prolong their results and age more gracefully from a younger starting point. Dr. Eberle discusses your desired outcome and recommended surgical approach during your consultation.
How a Facelift Is Performed
Facelift surgery typically lasts two to four hours depending on the extent of correction. It is common to combine a facelift with a brow lift, blepharoplasty, neck lift, or facial fat grafting in the same session. Incisions are placed where hair and natural creases conceal them as they fade.
Marking & Anesthesia
On the day of surgery, a clinician checks your vital signs. Dr. Eberle marks your problem areas to guide incision placement. IV sedation or general anesthesia is then administered based on your surgical plan.
Re-Suspension & Removal
Excess facial skin is removed and the underlying facial muscles are tightened and repositioned to resculpt the contours of the face. The remaining skin is redraped over the new foundation.
Hidden Closure
Incisions are placed in front of and behind the ear, extending up and slightly behind the hairline. Smaller incisions below the jawline may be used to remove fat from the neck and chin. Scars fade over time.
Facelift Before & After
Actual patients. Individual results may vary.
Facelift Recovery
Days One to Five
Bruising and swelling are unavoidable, but we do all we can to keep pain and discomfort to a minimum. Most patients take prescription-strength pain medication for only a day or two, then transition to Tylenol for tightness. A pulling sensation across the treatment area is normal and peaks around day three before subsiding by day five.
Week One
Most patients feel well enough for light housework as early as two days after surgery. Moving your body early facilitates a smoother recovery. Most return to work in roughly a week. Keeping the head elevated at night helps minimize swelling and any mild neck soreness from extra pillows.
Weeks Two to Four
Light activity resumes around week two. Many patients resume lifting and running within two to three weeks; full exercise typically returns by four weeks. Recovery is shorter after a mini facelift with no neck skin removal than after a traditional facelift.
Three to Six Months
Some results are immediate, but the full benefit becomes apparent as residual swelling resolves and the underlying tissues continue to heal over three to six months.
Timelines vary by patient and technique. For a deeper look at each stage, read our guide to how long facelift recovery takes.
Facelift Questions Answered
Facelift surgery requires incisions, so some scarring is inevitable. Dr. Eberle hides incisions in front of and behind the ear and along the hairline, using precise technique to minimize their size. Any visible scars continue to fade over time.
Some improvement is noticeable immediately, but the full benefit develops over several weeks. As swelling subsides and tissues heal over three to six months, the refreshed contours become fully apparent.
Facelift results commonly last ten to fifteen years, though longevity varies from patient to patient. The natural aging process continues, but from a younger starting point, especially with sun protection and good skin care.
Light housework is often manageable within two days. Stiffness in the neck may linger for a couple of weeks. Most patients return to lifting, running, and full exercise within two to four weeks, depending on the technique used, and Dr. Eberle clears each patient individually.
A full facelift addresses more advanced laxity through the cheeks, jawline, and neck using longer incisions, and its results generally last longer. A mini facelift uses shorter incisions to refine early jowling that is mostly limited to the jawline and lower face, with a shorter recovery. Dr. Eberle examines where your laxity sits and recommends the operation that actually fits your anatomy.
A Striking but Natural Result
The aggressiveness of Dr. Eberle’s approach depends on your anatomy and goals. Some patients need subtle changes, while others need a more comprehensive correction. He does not believe in the wind-swept look and will not perform a facelift with that outcome in mind.
At follow-up visits, patients tell us friends notice they look well-rested and rejuvenated but cannot quite pinpoint what changed. Making a difference you can see in a natural, pleasing way is the goal of everything we do.
How Much Does a Facelift Cost?
Facelift costs vary considerably depending on the technique used, whether a neck lift or other procedures are combined, and the extent of correction required. Weston Center for Plastic Surgery offers financing through CareCredit, Cherry, and PatientFi.
Facelift surgery is one of the most advanced cosmetic procedures for restoring the contoured, taut appearance of younger facial skin. Contact us to schedule a consultation and take the first step toward a more youthful appearance.
Related Procedures
Facelift surgery is often combined with or followed by other facial procedures. Explore options available at Weston Center for Plastic Surgery.
What Should I Do Next?
Our discreet and professional team would be delighted to schedule your facelift consultation with double board-certified plastic surgeon Nathan Eberle, M.D., D.D.S., F.A.C.S. at the Weston Center for Plastic Surgery, serving Fort Lauderdale and Broward County. Call954-507-4540or book online.
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