Features of the endoscopic face lifting procedure

Well-groomed appearance is a kind of visiting card of a modern person. In this case, the person is given priority. If you cannot achieve the desired result with the help of cosmetic procedures, you can turn to more radical methods.

Endoscopic facelift is one of the plastic surgery methods. It has a long-term effect and eliminates pain during the operation.

Endoscopic facelift (spacelift) is an innovative, low-traumatic method of plastic surgery. It is used to eliminate minor age-related changes on the face. Complex application is possible together with non-injection biorelivitation and laser resurfacing. The result after the procedure lasts up to fifteen years, it depends on the care of the facial skin and the patient's lifestyle.

The operation is carried out using high-tech equipment equipped with optical instruments. This enhances control over all stages of the procedure on the monitor and allows the surgeon to avoid overtightening of muscle fibers and tissues.

Endoscopic lifting has the following advantages.

• Rejuvenates, gives natural expressiveness to features.
• Carrying out the procedure under anesthesia avoids pain.
• Eliminates long incisions, prevents innervation of the circular muscles of the eye.
• The aggressiveness of the procedure is reduced by the use of an endoscope.
• Minimizes blood loss during surgery.
• The absence of scars, scars has a beneficial effect on the psychological state of the patient.
• Shortened postoperative period lasting up to two days. The rehabilitation period lasts fourteen days.

This method solves age-related changes in the complex, combining skin tightening and volume correction. Combination with other types of plastic surgery is possible. At the same time, blepharoplasty, cheiloplasty, rhinoplasty, and laser skin resurfacing are performed.

The method is as natural as possible, therefore, not only women, but also men are its admirers. With the help of lifting, it is possible to solve exclusively male problems: physiologically low eyebrows with age give the face a frowning, frowning look. Timely correction solves the problem of drooping eyebrows and fatty hernias on the lower eyelids. This gives the face an openness, youthfulness, conducive to communication.

The following correction options are distinguished.

• Correction of the forehead and eyebrows. Deep horizontal creases in the forehead, pronounced wrinkles on the bridge of the nose, vertical wrinkles between the brows are indications for Brow Lift. The effectiveness of the method has been proven when it is necessary to raise the outer corner of the palpebral fissure. In this case, a temporal incision is made and the outer corners of the eyes are pulled through it. The placement of miniscrews in the area of ​​the frontal bones for up to ten days after surgery can be an excellent alternative to blepharoplasty.

• Correction of eyelids and cheeks. Correction of the lower eyelids using small bioplastic fixators (endotins) is called Cheek Lift Light. With the help of endotins, the area of ​​the cheekbones, cheeks, lower eyelids is tightened, bags under the eyes and retraction of the lower eyelids are removed. In a hospital setting, after the procedure, patients spend no more than a day. The rehabilitation period lasts approximately fourteen days.
• Change in the middle zone of the face. Endoscopic mid-zone lifting can be used to remove “widow's folds,” a dull look, an expression of grief. Give the correct attractive shape to the contours of the face, align the shape of the eyebrows, raise the corners of the mouth. During the operation, 4-5 small incisions are made on the head and two in the oral cavity.

• Lower face and neck. Modeling the chin, cheeks, lips and neck - Neck Lift. Smoothing of age folds on the neck, liposuction of the double chin. Giving an organic line of transition from the neck to the chin, that is, the formation of a "corner of youth". Correction of congenital and traumatic defects through the introduction of implants.

This procedure is used in case of age-related skin laxity. Due to the fact that the neck is prone to early aging, it is the most demanded procedure among patients.

The operation is recommended for patients from 35 to 50 years old with well-preserved elasticity of the skin. Age-related changes in the face at the initial stage can be stopped without resorting to a circular lift.

The procedure is performed to eliminate the following cosmetic defects:

• the presence of creases, drooping, asymmetry of the eyebrows;
• difference in the length and shape of the eyebrows;
• age-related skin changes;
• violation of the symmetry of the middle zone of the face;
• violation of skin turgor, flabbiness;
• asymmetry of the face, hollow cheekbones;
• glabellar wrinkles;
• drooping of the corners of the eyes;
• forehead wrinkles;
• Crow's feet, bags under the eyes;
• pronounced nasolabial folds;
• noticeable overhang of the upper eyelids;
• double chin;
• sagging oval of the face;
• the presence of pronounced grooves around the lips.

With the help of the procedure, you can create dimples on the cheeks, give the face an attractive look (beautification), and refine problem areas.

The required range of clinical and instrumental studies will help assess the true picture of the patient's health.

Before the operation, the following tests are recommended:

• blood group and Rh factor;
• general blood test with leukoformula and platelets;
• blood sugar test;
• blood clotting and duration of bleeding;
• analysis for HIV, syphilis, hepatitis C;
• biochemical analysis;
• coagulogram;
• general urine analysis;
• fluorogram or x-ray of the lungs;
• examination by a gynecologist.

Any invasive intervention involves examination, taking anamnesis and identifying possible contraindications.

Contraindications for endoscopic lifting are:

• hypertension, hypotension;
• increased body temperature;
• infectious and viral diseases;
• diabetes mellitus, hepatitis, HIV;
• sexually transmitted diseases;
• oncological diseases;
• acute and chronic disorders of the cardiovascular system;
• hormonal disorders, thyroid diseases;
• low blood clotting, hemophilia, disseminated intravascular coagulation syndrome;
• inflammatory diseases of the mouth and nose;
• pregnancy and breastfeeding;
• obesity of the third degree;
• allergic reactions to the introduction of anesthesia.

In order to exclude unfortunate consequences, it is not recommended to resort to surgery for high-grade gravitational ptosis, severe sagging of the facial skin, pronounced asymmetry. In this case, it is appropriate to carry out a classic circular facelift. In any case, when choosing a method, you should seek the advice of an experienced qualified specialist.

Complications after an endoscopic facelift are uncommon. The result depends on the professionalism of the surgeon, the individual characteristics of the organism, concomitant diseases and the recovery period.

Before the patient is taken to the operating room, the surgeon marks the incision sites.

The classic incisions used during endoscopic lifting can be located:

• on the temples;
• above the forehead;
• in the mouth on the upper lip;
• in the behind-the-ear region;
• under the lower jaw.

The operation takes place under sterile conditions, the duration depends on the complexity and volume of the procedure, approximately - from 1.5 to 4 hours. To avoid pain, the operation is performed under general anesthesia. Depending on the area of ​​the face, the surgeon makes the required number of incisions.

The length of the incisions ranges from 1.0 to 1.5 cm. The plastic surgeon exfoliates the skin from the periosteum and tightens the muscles to the required distance.

Fixation of muscle fibers is performed using sutures or special fibrin glue. Physiological age-related muscle relaxation is eliminated. At the final stage, the sutures are processed. A special support band is put on for 72 hours.

The main factor in a successful procedure is adherence to asepsis and antisepsis. The professionalism of a plastic surgeon is also of great importance. Before the operation, a clinical examination is carried out, anamnesis is carefully collected, and the elasticity of the patient's skin is assessed.

Any surgical intervention involves some complications.

• decreased sensitivity in the areas of surgical intervention;
• the formation of hematomas, edema, baldness at the sites of punctures, scars;
• dizziness, nausea and vomiting after anesthesia;
• excessive tissue tension can lead to asymmetry of the face and eyebrows;
• nerve damage during the operation provokes a violation of facial expressions;
• the presence of postoperative scars and a low rate of tissue healing;
• the formation of age spots and the cessation of hair growth in the area of ​​\ u200b \ u200bthe incisions.

With the correct operation, such complications are temporary.

• You should be especially careful when choosing a clinic. It is necessary to familiarize yourself with reviews of employees, standards, certificates, according to which the institution operates. It is recommended that you first familiarize yourself with the price list of the services offered, inquire about the equipment, materials used and prices.
• A consultation with a surgeon will help to determine the indications and contraindications for the operation, the amount of work. The doctor will tell you about the location of the incisions, carry out computer modeling based on pre-made photos. Informs about the range of proposed analyzes, the type of anesthesia, the procedure and the features of care in the postoperative period.
• At the consultation, you should ask what options the surgeon sees to solve your problem. Forecasts, disadvantages and possible complications after surgery. Estimated effects, timing and potential for re-intervention.

• It is necessary to choose the day for the operation, taking into account the length of the rehabilitation period. It is not recommended to carry out invasive interventions on the eve of critical days. This reduces blood clotting and lengthens the recovery period.
• Preparation for surgery requires adherence to the regime of active loads and rest. Proper nutrition, refusal of alcoholic beverages and smoking will help to adapt the body to the future procedure.
• It is not recommended to visit the solarium, to carry out hair dyeing or peeling procedures. Sunglasses must be brought with you when leaving the clinic.

• It is imperative to inform the doctor if there are changes in the state of health on the eve of the operation. Fever, runny nose, diarrhea, allergic reaction, dermatitis, increased blood pressure, fainting, dizziness are the reason to postpone the operation.
• You should not insist on surgery or additional procedures if the specialist considers it unnecessary. An individual decision is made for each patient, corresponding to the indications and state of health.
• It is not recommended to eat or drink on the eve of the operation. Anesthesia is administered on an empty stomach. Clinic staff should instruct on the timing of the procedure and personal hygiene products that you need to take with you.

Be sure to inquire about the conditions of the postoperative period.

The clinic must provide:

• round-the-clock supervision of medical personnel;
• full provision of medicines;
• the possibility of an emergency call of staff at any time.

Often, patient reviews after endoscopic lifting are positive. An effective rejuvenating effect is noted for a long time. Wrinkles are smoothed out, the look becomes clear, open. The skin does not look taut, it attracts with naturalness.

More often people with age-related changes decide on the procedure. At a young age, this way they get rid of hereditary problems or correct traces of childhood traumas, accidents.

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