Features of the procedure endoscopic facelift

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

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

Endoscopic face lifting (space lifting) is an innovative low-impact plastic surgery method. It is used to eliminate minor age-related changes on the face. It is possible to use them in combination with non-injection biorelivation and laser polishing. The result after the procedure lasts up to fifteen years, it depends on the care of the skin of the face and the lifestyle of the patient.

The operation is carried out with the help of high-tech equipment, equipped with optical devices. 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 a natural expressiveness to features.
• Carrying out the procedure under anesthesia, allows you to avoid pain.
• Eliminates long cuts, prevents the 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.
• The shortened postoperative period lasting up to two days. The rehabilitation period lasts for 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. Blepharoplasty, cheiloplasty, rhinoplasty, laser skin resurfacing are performed simultaneously.

The method is as natural as possible, therefore not only women, but also men are its admirers. With the help of a facelift, it is possible to solve only male problems: physiologically low eyebrows with age give the face a frowned, gloomy look. A timely correction solves the problem of lowered eyebrows and fatty hernias in the lower eyelids. This gives the face openness, youth, has to communicate.

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, inter-brow vertical wrinkles serve as an indication for the Brow Lift procedure. The effectiveness of the method is proven in the case when it is necessary to raise the external angle of the palpebral fissure. In this case, a temporal incision is made and the outer corners of the eyes are tightened through it. The establishment of mini-screws in the area of ​​the frontal bones for a period of up to ten days after surgery can be an excellent alternative to blepharoplasty.

• Correction of the eyelids and cheeks. The correction of the lower eyelids with the use of small bioplastin-fixers (endotin) is called Cheek Lift Light. With the help of endotin tighten the area of ​​the cheekbones, cheeks, lower eyelids, bags under the eyes and retraction of the lower eyelids are removed. In the hospital after the procedure, patients spend no more than a day. The rehabilitation period lasts approximately fourteen days.
• Change in midface. With the help of endoscopic suspenders of the middle zone, you can remove the "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, lift the corners of the mouth. During the operation, 4-5 small incisions are made on the head and two in the oral cavity.

• The lower zone of the face and neck. Chin, cheek, lips and neck styling - Neck Lift. Smoothing the age folds on the neck, holding a double chin liposuction. Giving an organic line of transition from the neck to the chin, that is, the formation of the "angle of youth". Correction of congenital and traumatic defects through the introduction of implants.

This procedure is used in the case of age skin flabbiness. Due to the fact that the neck is prone to early aging - this is the most popular procedure for patients.

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

The procedure is performed to eliminate the following cosmetic defects:

• presence of wrinkles, omission, asymmetry of eyebrows;
• difference in the length and shape of the eyebrows;
• age-related skin changes;
• symmetry breaking of the midface;
• violation of skin turgor, flabbiness;
• facial asymmetry, depression of the cheekbones;
• eyebrow wrinkles;
• omission of the corners of the eyes;
• wrinkles on the forehead;
• “Crow's feet”, bags under the eyes;
• pronounced nasolabial folds;
• noticeable overhang of the upper eyelids;
• double chin;
• sagging oval face;
• the presence of pronounced grooves around the lips.

Using the procedure, you can create dimples on the cheeks, give the face an attractive look (makeup), refine problem areas.

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

Before surgery, the following tests are recommended:

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

Any invasive intervention involves examination, history taking and the identification of possible contraindications.

Contraindications for endoscopic lifting are:

• hypertension, hypotension;
• fever;
• infectious and viral diseases;
• diabetes, hepatitis, HIV;
• sexually transmitted diseases;
• oncological diseases;
• acute and chronic disorders of the cardiovascular system;
• hormonal disorders, thyroid diseases;
• low blood clotting, hemophilia, DIC;
• inflammatory diseases of the mouth and nose;
• pregnancy and lactation;
• third degree obesity;
• allergic reactions to the introduction of anesthesia.

In order to eliminate unsuccessful consequences, it is not recommended to resort to surgery in case of gravitational ptosis of a high degree, strong sagging of the skin of the face, severe asymmetry. In this case, it is appropriate to conduct a classic circular face lift. In any case, when choosing a method should consult a qualified expert.

Complications after endoscopic facelift are infrequent. The result depends on the professionalism of the surgeon, the individual characteristics of the body, associated diseases and the recovery period.

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

Classical cuts, which are used during endoscopic lifting, can be located:

• on the temples;
• above the forehead area;
• in the mouth on the upper lip;
• in the ear area;
• 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. In order to avoid pain, the operation is performed under general anesthesia. Depending on the area of ​​the face, the surgeon makes the necessary number of cuts.

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

The fixation of muscle fibers is done by suturing or special fibrin glue. Eliminates physiological age-related muscle relaxation. At the final stage, superimposed seams are processed. A special support bandage is put on for 72 hours.

The main factor in a successful procedure is the observance of asepsis and antisepsis. Also of great importance is the professionalism of a plastic surgeon. Before surgery, a clinical examination is conducted, a history is carefully collected, and the patient's skin elasticity is evaluated.

Any surgery involves some complications.

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

With proper surgery, such complications are temporary.

• Especially carefully should approach the choice of the clinic. It is necessary to familiarize with responses about employees, standards, certificates on which the institution works. It is recommended that you first get acquainted with the price list of the services offered, inquire about the equipment, materials used and prices.
• Consultation surgeon will help determine the indications and contraindications for surgery, the amount of work. The doctor will tell you about the location of the cuts, will conduct a computer simulation on a pre-made photo. Informs about the spectrum of the proposed tests, the type of anesthesia, the procedure and features of care in the postoperative period.
• The consultation should ask what options the surgeon sees to solve your problem. Projections, deficiencies and possible complications after surgery. Estimated effects, time and the possibility of re-intervention.

• You must choose a day for the operation, given the duration of the rehabilitation period. It is not recommended to conduct invasive interventions on the eve of critical days. This reduces blood clotting and prolongs the recovery period.
• Preparation for the operation requires compliance with the regime of active loads and rest. Proper nutrition, avoiding alcohol and smoking will help to adapt the body to a future procedure.
• It is not recommended to visit a tanning salon, to carry out hair painting or peeling procedures. When leaving the clinic, you must have sunglasses.

• It is necessary to inform the doctor if there is a change in the state of health on the eve of the operation. Increased body temperature, runny nose, diarrhea, an allergic reaction, dermatitis, increased blood pressure, fainting, dizziness cause the surgery to be delayed.
• You should not insist on surgery or additional procedures, if the specialist considers it superfluous. An individual decision is made for each patient according to the indications and state of health.
• On the eve of the operation is not recommended to eat and drink. Anesthesia is administered on an empty stomach. Clinic staff must instruct on the time of the procedure and personal care products that you need to take with you.

Be sure to ask 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 staff at any time.

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

More often, the procedure is decided by people with age changes. At a young age, this way they get rid of hereditary problems or correct traces of childhood injuries and accidents.

More information about space lifting is given by experts in this video.