Facelift
Baton Rouge
When you look in the mirror, you may feel that your outward appearance doesn't quite match the energy and vitality you feel on the inside. Over time, the natural aging process can lead to sagging skin and deep wrinkles, changing how we see ourselves. Facelift surgery at our practice is about more than just smoothing lines. It is about restoring your confidence. Dr. Stephens specializes in advanced facial rejuvenation techniques that honor your unique facial anatomy, ensuring you look like a younger, more rested version of yourself.
As a board-certified plastic surgeon performing roughly two facelifts per week, Dr. Stephens offers a level of experience that few facial plastic surgery clinics can match. We invite you to schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and explore how our personalized treatment plans can help you age as gracefully as possible.
Board-Certified Surgeon
25+ Years of Experience
200+ 5-Star Reviews
Performing 2 Facelifts Per Week
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A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a premier cosmetic surgical procedure designed to improve visible signs of aging in the face and neck. While many think of it as just "stretching" the skin, modern surgical techniques focus on the deeper facial structures. By repositioning the underlying muscle and fat, Dr. Stephens can restore a more youthful appearance to the sagging cheeks and jawline. Patients have several options, ranging from the comprehensive results of a traditional facelift to the more targeted improvements of a mini facelift. The overall goal is to create a smoother, more defined facial appearance that feels authentic to who you are.
This method rejuvenates the jowls, face, and neck. It includes fat sculpting, lifting, and repositioning of muscle and deeper tissues, as well as skin trimming and re-draping. The incision begins at the temples and travels down to the front of the ear, around the earlobe, and behind the ear to the lower scalp at the hairline. Sometimes another incision is made under the chin.
A limited-incision facelift, often referred to as a mini facelift, is designed for limited rejuvenation around the eyes and mouth, including the nasolabial folds and other deep creases. Short incisions are made at the temples and around the ear, and possibly in the lower eyelids and/or under the upper lip.
As a nonsurgical procedure, patients can undergo a liquid facelift without having to worry about scars. Areas such as the jowls, mid-face, nasolabial folds, and temples can all be sculpted, giving the face an overall enhanced shape and structure. However, it should be noted that the results from a liquid facelift are not permanent.
While no two liquid facelift procedures are ever the same, they usually involve some combination of dermal fillers. Some of these include Sculptra®, Restylane®, and JUVÉDERM®. In many cases, these fillers are combined with a neuromodulator such as BOTOX® Cosmetic, which can prevent new wrinkles from forming.
When used together, these products can achieve some outstanding results in the face, reducing the appearance of fine lines and creating changes that are similar to a traditional facelift. Most exciting of all, the results of a liquid facelift can be seen immediately, making it the ideal option for patients seeking quick results.
On the day of your facelift procedure, you will be cared for in a state-of-the-art surgical facility. The facelift procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation to ensure you are completely comfortable. Dr. Stephens begins by making precise incisions, often hidden within the natural contours of the hairline and around the ears. He then carefully lifts and tightens underlying tissues, such as the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS), and removes any excess fat. Finally, the remaining skin is gently re-draped, and any excess skin is trimmed away. Depending on your needs, the surgery may take between three and six hours to complete.
Facelift surgery is highly effective at addressing a range of concerns caused by aging. It specifically targets sagging skin in the midface and the deep folds that can form between the nose and the corners of the mouth. If you are struggling with jowls or a loss of definition along the jawline, this surgical procedure can provide a much-needed lift. It also addresses the "double chin" effect by tightening loose skin and underlying neck muscles, resulting in a cleaner, more sculpted profile.
A facelift is a popular cosmetic procedure because it provides a dramatically younger and more sculpted facial appearance that boosts self-esteem. Further benefits include:
During your consultation with Dr. Stephens, he will evaluate your areas of concern and go over your aesthetic goals. He will then be able to tell you if a facelift is right for you. If so, he may recommend other procedures to enhance your facelift. If you’re considering a facelift in Baton Rouge, you may be an excellent candidate if:
You may be a good candidate for a facelift if:
Your facelift recovery is a time for rest and healing. During the first few days, you may experience moderate discomfort and temporary swelling, which can be managed with prescribed medications. It is very important to keep your head elevated even while sleeping to help the swelling go down more quickly.
Most patients can return to social activities and light work after about 2 weeks. While you heal, you should avoid direct sun exposure and skip any blood-thinning medications or herbal supplements that could increase bruising. Dr. Stephens and his team will be with you every step of the way to monitor your new facial contours and ensure you feel supported.
The results of a facelift are often described as life-changing. Once the initial healing is complete, you will see a significant improvement in the firmness and smoothness of your skin. Your jawline will appear more defined, and the deep wrinkles that once made you look tired will be softened or gone. These changes typically emerge fully within a few months, leaving you with a refreshed look that can last for a decade or more. While the aging process does continue, you will always look younger than you would have without the surgery.
Many of our Baton Rouge patients report that the greatest result is the boost in self-esteem they get from looking in the mirror and seeing the vibrant person they are inside.
Some plastic surgeons–even facial plastic surgeons–don’t do a large number of facelifts. Dr. Anthony Stephens performs about two facelift surgeries a week and focuses much of his continuing education on the procedure.
We combine med spa services with all of our procedures to plan for the best results now and in the future. Your treatment plan will involve the surgeon, nurse practitioners, and med spa staff to help you age as gracefully as possible.
Unlike some other practices, the doctor-patient relationship comes first. With an intimate understanding of your unique needs and goals, we’ll carefully tailor a treatment plan just for you. We’re honest in our recommendations.
Backed by decades of experience, Dr. Stephens only uses the most trusted, highly researched techniques to reveal our patients’ true beauty. When you choose our practice, we’re not going to recommend the latest fad. Instead, we’ll take a multi-pronged approach, combining proven surgical and nonsurgical methods to achieve both immediate and lasting improvements. As you’re looking for a provider, consider that Dr. Stephens is affiliated with several prestigious organizations, including the following:
If you’re ready to look in the mirror and see a refreshed, more youthful appearance staring back at you, it may be time to start thinking about a facelift. Message us today to get started, or call our Baton Rouge plastic surgery office:
At our Baton Rouge practice, facelift surgery under general anesthesia ranges from $9,600-$13,000. Combined with upper and lower eyelid surgery, the cost is $11,000-$16,000. This includes operating room costs, anesthesia fees, and follow-up appointments.
To help make facelift surgery and upkeep more affordable, we offer in-house memberships and accept financing through:
Flexible financing allows patients to spread out the cost over time and make procedures financially manageable. Our Baton Rouge team will work closely with you to find a payment plan that works comfortably for your budget.
A facelift is generally performed with IV sedation or general anesthesia to ensure you experience no pain during your procedure.
The results of a full facelift may last up to 10 years or even longer, depending on your skincare routine and lifestyle.
A facelift generally takes between three and six hours. If you are having other procedures at the same time, such as a fat transfer, it may take longer.
Facelift scars are minimal, carefully hidden in the natural folds of your skin around your ears. Some patients may require an additional incision at the chin, which will also be precisely made to minimize scarring.
While facelift surgery can provide significant rejuvenation, it is often complemented by other procedures to achieve comprehensive facial enhancement. Such procedures can include brow lift, neck lift, and eyelid surgery.
