A face lift scar is a common and natural result of surgery. These scars look good on your skin and are not noticeable. There are many treatments for them. Fillers, Botox and other treatments are some of the options. Getting a face lift is a great way to improve the appearance of your face and improve your confidence.
Incisions behind the ears
The incisions used for neck or face lifts are often located posteriorly behind the ears, at the occipital hairline. These scars are not visible unless you're looking directly at them. The scars are also not visible in close-up photos of the ear.
The placement of the facelift incisions is crucial for the final results and to hide the scars. Incisions were traditionally made behind the ears by surgeons. This location is often the most visible, although less noticeable. Dr. Jacono uses a new technique where the incision is concealed behind the cartilage and tragus inside the ear canal. Dr. Jacono can conceal the incision behind the tragus cartilage inside the ear canal, minimizing the appearance of ageing.
Placement of stitches
The exact placement of stitches to cover scars after a face lift depends on the location, shape and depth of the wound. The wound's edges and midline should be the center of the first stitch. Following this, a second stitch is placed on each side of the first one. To close the wound, bisecting stitches can be used. However, the first two must not overlap.
The sutures used during face lift surgery are usually ultra-fine, which helps minimize scarring. The sutures are pulled tight to the fat and underlying muscles. The stitches can be pulled by this pull on the skin. However, in a healthy body, the body can rebuild skin cells and regenerate connective tissue, so a suture is unlikely to cause permanent damage.
Inconspicuousness of scar
After undergoing a face lift, many patients question the inconspicuousness or not of the scars. Many patients prefer a more natural-looking neckline and jawline but do not desire visible scarring. Though all incisions may leave scarring, properly executed and planned surgeries will make them as discreet as possible. The face lift involves lengthy incisions around hairline and ears. Correctly placed incisions can create a natural look that is desired by facelift patients.
Scars tend to be brighter and more prominent when they are first formed. This can lead to some disorientation in the initial weeks following surgery. Most scars will fade over time. Some may disappear completely. Every individual heals at his or her own pace. There is no one standard time that scarring will appear.
Treatments available
A facelift procedure can produce many different results. This procedure can reduce the appearance of deep wrinkles and skin laxity. It tightens facial muscles and removes excess fat. Patients may also benefit by a forehead lift and/or blepharoplasty to reduce signs of ageing around the eyes, brow, and neck.
To reduce scarring from your facelift, silicone sheeting is a good option. Silicone sheets can be bought over-the-counter and at your local store. This type sheeting increases circulation and breaks up adhesions. It encourages the production of collagen, which helps to heal incisions. However, silicone sheeting must be worn for several months.