Awake Facelift

The facelift is one of the most transformative ways to reverse the process of aging and smooth concerns such as wrinkles, sagging, and drooping skin. However, if you’re hesitant about “going under” for surgery, the awake facelift is a great option. At Modern Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, we offer this advanced new option for patients who want a less intensive facial plastic surgery experience.

What is an Awake Facelift?

An awake facelift is a procedure that lifts and rejuvenates the sagging tissues of the face without general anesthesia. Many patients are worried about the risks of general anesthesia, and this turns them away from improving their confidence through facelift surgery. The awake facelift can allow you to enjoy stunning results with less risk and downtime.

Who is a Candidate for an Awake Facelift?

Ideal candidates for an awake facelift are patients with sagging skin, moderate to deep facial wrinkles, and an overall aged, tired appearance. Many facelift patients are middle-aged or older, which makes them especially susceptible to anesthesia risks. This makes the awake facelift a great option. As with any surgery, you should be in overall good health and non-smoking. Our plastic surgery experts will review your medical history to determine whether the awake facelift is the ideal option for you.

What to Expect During an Awake Facelift Procedure

You’ll be given a detailed list of pre-surgical steps to follow, such as stopping anti-inflammatory and blood-thinning medications. Arrange for your recovery, giving yourself 1-2 weeks away from work. Our team will fully prepare you for what to expect during and after your procedure.

On your surgery date, once you’ve met with our team and prepared for your procedure, you’ll be given a special cocktail of medications, including local anesthesia. This puts you in a relaxed but responsive state throughout the surgery. You won’t feel any pain or discomfort, and if you do, you’ll be able to alert our team so we can adjust your medication accordingly. Dr. Skalicky or Dr. Feldman will talk and work with you throughout the procedure to ensure you get the result you want. Many of our patients find that they strongly prefer this approach over a traditional facelift using general anesthesia.

Real Patient Results

“Dr. Skalicky explained a process for my surgery step by step. He also explained surgery procedure and recovery process and time in detail. Never felt better. I’m very satisfied with communication and professionalism. Procedure was done in surgical unit in primary office making me more comfortable. Excellent staff from beginning to the end off procedure. My face look very natural and refreshing. Extremely happy with the results.”

Awake Facelift Aftercare

After an awake facelift, you won’t need to worry about the side effects of general anesthesia. This can drastically cut down your recovery time. In fact, you can return to your daily activities around the house within 1-2 days, helping you feel like yourself sooner. This positive experience can aid healing and enhance your overall results.

Our team will give you detailed aftercare instructions on how to care for your incisions and protect against visible scarring. You can expect to return to public within 1-2 weeks as bruising and swelling fade. Within 1-2 months, you can begin to see the full impact of your results. You’ll follow up with Dr. Skalicky and learn more about how to prolong your facelift results for years to come.

Schedule a Consultation

To learn more about the cutting-edge awake facelift, contact our Newtown and King of Prussia offices by calling or filling out our online form.