Facelift Surgery Tailored to the Upper, Mid, and Lower Face
Custom Facelift Options
When it comes to facial aging, no two faces age the same, and no single facelift fits every need. That’s why Dr. Steven Clark takes a customized, three-zone approach to facelift surgery, dividing the face into upper, mid, and lower thirds. This allows for highly targeted procedures that focus on exactly where aging is most apparent, whether it’s drooping brows, deepening smile lines, or a sagging jawline and neck.
At Bluewater Plastic Surgery, Dr. Clark performs advanced facial rejuvenation procedures with surgical precision and an artist’s eye. By offering standalone or combined techniques, he helps patients achieve natural-looking results that restore youthful structure without looking overdone.
If you’re ready to lift, smooth, and refresh your appearance, we invite you to schedule a consultation with Dr. Clark today. Discover the benefits of a modern facelift that’s designed for your face and goals.
Upper Facelift: Targeting the Brow & Eyes
The upper third of the face is one of the first areas to show signs of aging. Drooping brows, forehead creases, and sagging eyelids can make you look tired or angry, even when you feel well-rested. An upper facelift combines brow lift and eyelid lift techniques to restore a more youthful, open expression.
- A brow lift elevates the eyebrows to a more natural position, smooths forehead wrinkles, and improves the appearance of frown lines between the eyes.
- An eyelid lift removes excess skin and fat from the upper and/or lower eyelids, reducing hooding and puffiness that can age the eyes or impair vision.
Together, these procedures help refresh the eye area and upper face for a brighter, more awake appearance. Dr. Clark carefully assesses your facial anatomy and aging pattern to determine which combination of procedures will provide the most balanced and subtle result with small, hidden incisions and minimal downtime.
Mid-Facelift: Lifting the Cheeks & Smile Lines
The mid-face includes the cheeks, under-eye area, and nasolabial folds (smile lines). As we age, volume loss and gravity can cause the cheeks to flatten and descend, leading to deeper folds around the mouth and a tired or sagging appearance.
A mid-facelift addresses these concerns by repositioning the fat pads and tissues of the cheeks to a more youthful location. This not only restores contour and lift to the mid-face but also softens lines around the nose and mouth without overfilling or relying solely on injectables. Additionally, this technique can be performed on its own or combined with other facial surgeries, depending on your goals.
Dr. Clark uses meticulous surgical techniques to elevate the mid-face with minimal scarring and natural movement. The result is a refreshed, uplifted appearance that maintains your facial harmony and expressions.
Lower Facelift: Defining the Jawline & Neck
The lower third of the face, including the jawline and neck, is where sagging skin, jowls, and excess fat can be most pronounced. A lower facelift focuses on redefining this area for a cleaner, firmer contour, often making the most dramatic visual difference in facial rejuvenation.
This procedure typically includes:
- Tightening and repositioning tissues along the jawline and lower cheeks
- Removing excess skin to reduce jowls and sagging
- Smoothing horizontal neck bands and remove loose skin
- Neck liposuction, when appropriate, to eliminate excess fat and provide definition
Together, these approaches create a smoother transition from the face to the neck, restoring a youthful, well-defined silhouette. The incisions are typically hidden around the ears and hairline, and recovery time is tailored to the individual depending on the extent of correction.
Whether performed alone or as part of a full-face rejuvenation, a lower facelift can help restore structure and elegance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What age is best for a facelift?
There’s no “perfect” age for a facelift; it depends on your genetics, lifestyle, and goals. Many patients begin considering facelift surgery in their 50s and on, but the best time is when signs of aging start affecting your confidence and nonsurgical options no longer provide the results you want. Dr. Clark will help you determine the right timing based on your individual needs.
Will a facelift make me look unnatural or overdone?
Not at all. When performed by a skilled, board-certified surgeon like Dr. Clark, facelift surgery enhances your natural features without making you look pulled or frozen. His techniques prioritize subtle lifting and repositioning of facial tissues (not over-tightening) so you look refreshed, not “done.”
How long do facelift results last?
Facelift results typically last 8 to 12 years, depending on your skin quality, age, lifestyle, and the techniques used. While it won’t stop the aging process, a facelift turns back the clock significantly, and your face will always look younger than it would have without surgery.
How do I schedule a consultation for facelift or neck lift surgery near me?
Scheduling your consultation at Bluewater Plastic Surgery is easy! Just request an appointment online, and our team will follow up to confirm the details. Dr. Clark looks forward to helping you rediscover a refreshed, confident version of yourself, starting with a personalized plan that’s right for you.