If you’re noticing sagging skin, wrinkles, and volume loss, you may be considering your facial rejuvenation options. But should you opt for a non surgical facelift approach (aka a “liquid facelift“) or a traditional facelift? Each option has unique benefits, depending on your aesthetic goals, availability for downtime, and how long you want your youthful results to last.
Read on and take our quick quiz below to determine which treatment may be right for you!
Liquid Facelift vs Surgical Facelift: What’s the Difference?
A liquid facelift is a nonsurgical treatment that restores lost volume and smooths wrinkles using a combination of injectables:
- BOTOX® Cosmetic and Dysport® are neuromodulators that relax dynamic wrinkles like crow’s feet and frown lines.
- Hyaluronic acid-based dermal fillers such as JUVÉDERM® plump the cheeks, lips, under eyes, and other areas that lack volume. When artfully combined, these injectables help you look naturally refreshed with minimal downtime.
Alternatively, a surgical facelift tightens sagging skin, removes excess tissue, and repositions underlying structures for dramatic, long-lasting rejuvenation. While a traditional facelift is more invasive, it’s usually the best option if you have pronounced wrinkles, creases, and sagging.
Liquid Facelift at a Glance
- Best for: Mild to moderate wrinkles, early signs of aging, and restoring facial volume
- Recovery time: Minimal to no downtime (some swelling and bruising)
- Cost: Less expensive than a surgical facelift (but requires budgeting for maintenance treatments)
- Results Last: 6 months to 2 years, depending on the fillers and neuromodulators used
Surgical Facelift at a Glance:
- Best for: Significant sagging, deep wrinkles, jowls, and loss of definition
- Recovery time: About 2 weeks of downtime before returning to nonstrenuous work and activities
- Cost: More expensive than a liquid facelift (but requires less maintenance)
- Results Last: 10+ years
Curious about which rejuvenation approach is best for you? Take our quiz below to find out!
Schedule Your Consultation
The best way to determine your candidacy for a liquid or surgical facelift is to schedule a personalized consultation, during which I can help you explore your specific concerns and aesthetic goals. I encourage you to request a consultation using the online form or call our office at (208) 881-5351 to request an appointment.
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