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Houston Facelift Surgery

Facelift surgery, also called rhytidectomy, is a facial plastic surgery procedure that is performed to address common aging symptoms of both the face and neck. Facelift surgery tightens and smooths the face by lifting the facial skin and tissues and/or tightening lax underlying muscle. The procedure involves the surgical removal of sagging skin, loose muscle, or excess fat tissue that often causes deep lines and wrinkles, droopiness, and jowls.

Westlake Dermatology is a leading provider of facelift surgery in Texas. We are pleased to now offer houston facelift surgery at our West University location. Our skilled plastic surgeon and caring staff are dedicated to working with patients to safely and effectively reverse the symptoms of facial aging to look their very best at any age.

What Results Can Facelift Surgery Provide?

Facelift procedures provide dramatic results that can enhance the appearance of the entire face and neck, correcting a variety of aesthetic issues including:

  • Lines, wrinkles, and creases
  • Drooping or sagging skin
  • Jowls
  • Submental fullness (double chin)

Before and After Facelift Surgery

Visit our Facelift Before & After Photo Gallery to see results from real Houston patients.

Why Choose Westlake Dermatology & Cosmetic Surgery Houston?

Houston facelift procedures are performed in accredited surgical facilities. Our experienced surgeons utilize the latest facelift techniques including deep plane facelift and preservation lift to provide dramatic results with minimal downtime.

  • Board-certified plastic surgeons with extensive facelift surgery experience
  • Advanced surgical techniques that minimize scarring and downtime
  • Convenient Houston location in West University
  • Accredited surgical facilities and hospital-grade safety standards
  • Free consultations
  • Easy & low interest financing options

Are Facelift Results Permanent?

How long the results of a facelift will last will depend on many factors, including the type of surgery you had and whether or not you had any additional cosmetic procedures. Genetics, skin type, and age at the time of surgery also play a role in the longevity of facelift results.

While a facelift can help a patient appear years younger, it cannot stop the continuing, natural aging process. With proper aftercare, most facelift patients enjoy their results for 20 years or more.

Types of Facelift Procedures

There are several types of facelift techniques, ranging from minimally invasive options (such as the mini facelift for early aging changes) to more advanced procedures like the deep plane facelift, which address more significant facial aging. Our Houston team offers a range of facelift options tailored to each patient’s unique needs:

  • Traditional Facelift – Also known as a full facelift, this procedure is ideal for patients with significant aging in the face and neck. It addresses sagging skin, deep creases, and excess fat by lifting and repositioning underlying tissues, tightening muscles, and removing excess skin to create a smoother, more youthful appearance.
  • Mini Facelift – A mini facelift focuses on the lower face and sometimes the neck, but does not address the mid or upper face. It is considered a preventative option for younger patients with early laxity or for those seeking a touch-up after a previous facelift. Smaller incisions and a less invasive approach allow for quicker recovery.
  • SMAS Facelift – The SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) facelift targets the deeper supportive layers of the lower two-thirds of the face. By addressing these underlying structures, this technique provides effective, long-lasting rejuvenation.
  • Deep Plane Facelift – This advanced technique treats more severe aging of the face and neck while avoiding a pulled appearance. Skin, fat, and deeper muscle layers are lifted together, often combined with a neck lift or neck liposuction, for natural-looking and long-lasting results.
  • S-Lift – Also known as a short scar facelift, the S-Lift focuses on the lower face and neck. Small incisions in front of the ears allow the surgeon to lift underlying tissues, smooth wrinkles, and tighten sagging skin, resulting in minimal scarring and a faster recovery.
  • Preservation Lift – The preservation lift is a modern facelift technique designed to restore youthful contours while maintaining the face’s natural anatomy and expression. Rather than extensively repositioning tissues, this approach focuses on preserving key ligaments and structures, allowing the face to age more naturally over time. The result is subtle, balanced rejuvenation with a refreshed appearance that avoids an over-tight or over-done look.

Am I a Good Candidate?

The best candidates for facelift procedures are non-smokers who are in overall good health. This population is most likely to have a smooth and quick recovery, free from complications.

Facelift patients are typically over 50 years old, but can be any age. Mini-facelifts, for example, are ideal for younger patients who have just begun to notice sagging skin in the lower face.

Facelift Recovery: What To Expect 

Facelift recovery experiences can differ greatly from patient to patients based on factors such as the type of procedure performed and each patient’s unique healing response. In general, patients should expect to spend 1-2 weeks of significant downtime. During this time swelling and bruising will be greatest. You may also be wearing a compression garment or bandages.

By 3-4 weeks most swelling will have subsided, stitches will have been removed, and incisions will have begun to heal significantly. Patients are typically cleared to return to normal activity, including exercise, at around the 6-week post-surgery mark.

Will A Facelift Cause Scarring?

Anytime an incision is made as part of a surgical procedure, a scar will be left behind. Skilled plastic surgeons, however, will place these scars in naturally hidden locations using techniques which minimize visible, straight lines. You can help reduce the risk of visible scarring by closely following your surgeon’s post-surgical instructions.

About Westlake Dermatology Houston

Westlake Dermatology is a leading provider of plastic surgery procedures in Texas. Our Houston team is dedicated to providing the best care to our patients at our two locations. We use the latest techniques in our state-of-the-art facilities to ensure patients safely achieve their desired end results.

Our Houston Locations

  • Houston

    West University

    2132 Bissonnet St. Suite 200
    Houston, Texas 77005

    281.203.0600

Meet Our Houston Plastic Surgeon

  • Michael Streitmann, MD: Dr. Streitmann is dually board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology (Ear, Nose, and Throat Surgery). He believes in a patient focused approach with an emphasis on obtaining a true connection with his patients. Dr. Streitmann sees patients at our West University location.

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