Are you seeking a non-surgical solution to reduce the signs of aging without undergoing facelift surgery? You’re not alone. At AURAE MD, we understand the increasing demand for facelift alternatives, and we are fully prepared to offer a comprehensive range of non-surgical facelift treatments to meet your needs head-on.
Our non-surgical facelifts offer numerous benefits. Not only are they more affordable compared to surgical procedures, but they also eliminate the need for extended recovery periods. Dr. Emami takes great pride in providing her patients with exceptional surgical alternatives that deliver outstanding results. If you’re searching for the perfect solution to address your age-related skin concerns, don’t hesitate to contact us and schedule your initial consultation in San Diego, CA.
What Is a Non-Surgical Facelift?
A non-surgical facelift is a treatment that uses non-invasive methods to lift sagging tissues, reduce signs of aging, and improve the overall tone and texture of the face. Many different methods can be used to achieve a lifting effect, and these techniques can often be combined for a comprehensive rejuvenating treatment.
How Does a Non-Surgical Facelift Work?
The method of action depends on the techniques that we choose to use. Radiofrequency energy is often used to tighten skin into a more youthful position, while injectables can be used to lift and refresh specific areas of the face. As you consider a face lift without surgery, we will select the methods that best fit your specific concerns and then walk you through the treatment process.
What Can a Non-Surgical Facelift Treat?
Sagging Jawline
One of the first areas that can begin to show signs of aging is the jawline. In many people, the skin that used to contribute to a sleek jawline starts to sag and create jowling. While surgical methods can be used to lift this area, we also get great results from face skin tightening treatments that restore the quality of the skin along the jawline.
Hollow or Drooping Cheeks
The face can begin to look aged when fat pads decrease in the cheeks and the skin loses collagen. This combination can lead to sagging and drooping in the cheeks and hollowing. Facelift alternatives can restore some of this missing volume and tighten the area near the cheeks for an uplifted look.
Lines and Wrinkles
Lines and wrinkles form as a result of decreasing amounts of collagen production in the skin. When there is less collagen, the skin isn’t as supported and begins to wrinkle and fold. Wrinkles can also come from years of facial expressions, leaving creases where the skin is used to folding. By rejuvenating the skin, restoring collagen, and reducing the motion that causes some of these creases, our skin tightening treatments can give you the facelift you want without downtime.
What Are the Benefits of a Non-Surgical Facelift?
- Non-Invasive or Minimally Invasive: Unlike surgical facelifts that require incisions and downtime for recovery, non-surgical facelifts are non-invasive or minimally invasive. This translates to reduced discomfort, minimal or no downtime, and a lower risk of complications.
- Quick and Convenient: Non-surgical facelifts are often quick and convenient, with treatments typically taking less than an hour. This makes them an ideal option for busy individuals who want to achieve a refreshed appearance without taking time off work or other activities.
- Customizable: Non-surgical facelifts are customizable, with a range of treatments and techniques available to address different areas of the face and achieve specific results. Therefore, we can create a non-surgical facial rejuvenation plan that suits your goals.
- Natural-Looking Results: Non-surgical facelifts can provide natural-looking results that enhance your natural features and leave your skin refreshed and rejuvenated. Unlike surgical facelifts, non-surgical treatments can be tailored to produce a more subtle and natural-looking outcome.
Non-Surgical Facelift Techniques
Liquid Facelift
A liquid facelift is a type of non-surgical facial rejuvenation that uses injectables to lift and refresh the face. Neuromodulators like Botox® and dermal fillers like JUVÉDERM® can minimize wrinkles, contour the cheeks and jawline, and restore lost volume. While the results aren’t as long-lasting as a facelift, they offer fast results and minimal downtime and can suit a wide range of individuals.
Radiofrequency Facelift
Radiofrequency energy provides face skin tightening and lifting through the use of heat energy. When radiofrequency energy comes into contact with the skin, it causes the existing collagen fibers to shorten and thicken, resulting in immediate skin tightening. The benefits go beyond the initial results, stimulating collagen and elastin production in response to the heat. We can use Morpheus8 radiofrequency microneedling to lift tissues in the face and neck for a non-invasive facelift that lasts for many months.
The Y LIFT® Method
The Y LIFT is a non-surgical facelift technique that uses fillers in specific zones of the face to lift and contour the appearance. During this facelift alternative, two different Y-shaped areas are targeted: the “Y” formed by the chin and jawline and the “Y” formed by the cheekbones. During this treatment, a blunt cannula is inserted under the muscle in these specific areas. Next, the hyaluronic acid filler is injected into the location, which helps to hold the muscle in a more lifted position. This type of non-invasive facelift can last up to four years.
Facelift With Ultrasound Technology
Ultrasound technology can also stimulate new collagen in the face and neck and provide tightening and lifting. We use Sofwave™ for many of our non-surgical facelift treatments to lift the areas around the brows, on the neck, under the chin, and more. Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam Technology is perfect for targeting fine lines and wrinkles and restoring a crisp, smooth jawline.
Frequently Asked Questions About Non-Surgical Facelifts
How Long Do Non-Surgical Facelift Results Last?
Non-surgical facelifts can last anywhere from several months to several years. This will depend on the type of treatment or the combination of treatments that we use. Many treatments can be repeated as desired if you want to continue seeing benefits even after the initial results have faded.
Do Non-Surgical Facelifts Hurt?
Our non-surgical skin tightening treatments come with minimal discomfort. Local anesthetic or topical anesthetic are typically used to numb the skin for injections, microneedling, and more.
Am I a Good Candidate for Non-Surgical Facelifts?
Our skin tightening treatments are suitable for any skin type or skin color. They are gentle and promote beneficial changes without damaging or tearing the tissues. Because they are non-invasive, more patients are suitable candidates. When you schedule an appointment with us, we will discuss your skin type and concerns and the treatments that will best serve your skin.
Learn More About Non-Surgical Facelifts in San Diego, CA
Renewed facial contours, reduced wrinkles, and lifted skin aren’t just benefits you can reap with surgery. Gentler methods can also be used to achieve similar results. With our non-surgical facelifts in San Diego and La Jolla, CA, we can take your skin from aged to refreshed with simple, non-aggressive treatments.
At AURAE MD, we focus on you as an individual, finding solutions that fit your lifestyle and your desire for beauty and wellness. If you are interested in our non-surgical facelift services, fill out an online form or call us at (858) 461-8543.