What is an endoscopic facelift

In pursuit of beauty, the beautiful half of humanity is ready for many methods of cosmetological surgery, in particular, for surgical interventions that can rejuvenate a person's appearance.

Facelift with an endoscopic device is considered a priority. The procedure differs from other plastic surgeries in its fast rehabilitation period and long-term preservation of the result.

Endoscopic facelift - what is it

Endoscopic facelift: what it is - it is a complex of surgical measures, under the influence of which there is a rejuvenation of the face and correction of wrinkles. During the lifting process, the surgeon inserts the endoscope through incisions made in inconspicuous areas: in the hair, behind the auricle, in the temporal part, in the mouth.

Thanks to the endoscope, incisions are made less than 2 cm, which facilitates work through small holes. The incisions are held together with special staples and in some cases do not require stitching.

Thus, the operation received the second name "seamless facelift" due to the invisibility of the surgical intervention.

Endoscopic lifting tightens the skin and muscles of the face, which is a feature of this operation. With this procedure, the excess subcutaneous fat is distributed to other areas. The operation helps to get rid of overhanging eyelids, drooping corners of the lips, fine wrinkles, corrects the oval of the face.

Endoscopic lifting is recommended for women from 35 years of age at the first symptoms of skin aging, loss of its elasticity, mimic wrinkles.

Advantages and disadvantages of endoscopic lifting

Endoscopic facelift is popular with patients due to a number of positive qualities:

• Invisibility of the consequences of the operation due to the small size of the seams No scars.
• The safety of the lifting for the patient.
• The speed of implementation and rehabilitation.
• Harmonious result, natural rejuvenation.
• The possibility of lifting in different areas of the face.
• Elimination of excess adipose tissue.
• Reliable fixation of muscles, without excessive overtightening.
• Saving the result up to 7 years.
• Facial skin rejuvenation for 10 - 15 years.

Any surgical operation, even with minimal intervention, such as endoscopic lifting, has negative aspects.

• Possible postoperative complicationsassociated with the unprofessional work of the surgeon or the characteristics of the patient's body.
• Age restrictions. Endoscopic facelift: what it is - this is the stretching of the muscles and the redistribution of the subcutaneous fat layer, so this kind of surgery is not recommended for patients under the age of 35. An exception is the correction of the frontal area of ​​the face. "Seamless facelift" is suitable for eliminating the first signs of aging, therefore, another plastic surgery is recommended for patients over 55-60 years old.
• High cost of conductingcaused by expensive equipment.

Who is facelift suitable for? Indications

Facelift is suitable for patients in the following cases:

• with primary signs of aging;
• with loss of skin elasticity;
• with wrinkles in the frontal, nasolabial parts;
• with drooping eyebrows, corners of the mouth, drooping eyelids;
• with drooping cheekbones and cheeks;
• with facial asymmetry;
• with the formation of "crow's feet" around the eyes;
• with a double chin;
• upon reaching the age of 35 to 55 years.

A facelift with an endoscope is performed in several facial areas: in the upper third, middle and lower third of the face.

Upper third face lift

In the upper third of the face is the frontal part and the outline of the eyebrows. The "seamless facelift" of this area is used for vertical and horizontal wrinkles on the forehead or bridge of the nose, when adjusting the level of the eyebrows, if desired, to get rid of "crow's feet" and "bags" under the eyes.

Endoscopic forehead lift

The endoscopic forehead lift procedure is performed using incisions up to 1.5 cm in length in the hair growth zone. This process consists in removing a flap of skin and adipose tissue from the frontal muscle of the face, which raises it to the required distance.

This procedure takes place in the part with a minimum number of blood vessels. The result is fixed with temporary medical screws, which are removed 10 days after the operation.

For 3-4 days, the patient wears a bandage that does not allow the tissues to return to their previous position. Full recovery occurs two weeks after the lift.

Endoscopic brow lift

When adjusting the contour and height of the eyebrows, miniature incisions are made in the upper hair growth zone. The procedure is similar to the endoscopic forehead lift.

Endoscopic forehead and eyebrow lift: implications

After facelift with endoscopic technique minor postoperative complications are possible. What it is:

• swelling and swelling;
• blue skin;
• scars of a temporary nature (disappear up to a year);
• hair loss at the incision sites;
• loss of sensitivity;
• itching;
• the appearance of asymmetry of the brow arch (occurs when the surgeon is inexperienced);
• minor changes in facial expressions;
• displacement of the hairline.

For quick recovery and easy rehabilitation experts suggest following the following recommendations:

• The head should be in a straight position, without sharp turns. Lower your head slowly only when necessary.
• Compresses made of ice or gauze dipped in cold water will help reduce bruising and bruising.
• After the operation, do not wet your hair or wash your hair for 4 days.
• For a month, avoid the manifestation of an emotional state: laughter, smile, grief, surprise.
• Avoid vigorous exercise and stress.
• Do not take alcoholic beverages, do not smoke;
• Do not use cosmetics.
• Wash only with cool water.
• Do not massage your face.

Endoscopic surgery is considered less traumatic than other types of braces. Minor complications are possible after the procedure. With a strong deterioration in health: dizziness, fever, chills, you should immediately consult a doctor.

Lift of the middle zone (third) of the face

The indications for lifting the middle third are crow's feet, nasolabial folds, flabbiness of the epidermis, drooping of the cheeks.

First of all, the doctor conducts a consultation, telling the endoscopic facelift what it is and discussing the desired result with the patient. On the day of the procedure, general anesthesia is given. The duration of 1-2 hours depends on the level of complexity of the work.

To tighten the cheeks, the procedure is performed through incisions in the temporal region. To eliminate nasolabial folds and raise the corners of the lips, incisions are made in the oral cavity under the upper lip.

To eliminate wrinkles such as "crow's feet", the elimination is carried out through the puncture of the lower eyelid... An endoscope with a mini camera is inserted into the incisions, through which the surgeon controls the work process. The doctor's actions are displayed on the monitor screen in an enlarged size.

The stitches are held back with staples, which are removed after two weeks. In some cases, facial tissues are fixed with endotins, which dissolve on their own. After the operation, the patient is discharged on the second day.

It is not possible to lift the middle zone through a single incision, as is the case with the upper zone. The reason is the inconvenience of performing surgical operations. In the middle part of the cheeks there are nerve nodes, the violation of which will lead to a loss of sensitivity, asymmetry of the face and facial expressions.

For quick rehabilitation after a lift, doctors recommend do the following:

• on the first day after an endoscopic facelift, the patient should be in complete rest;
• wear a compression bandage from 5 days to 2 weeks;
• conduct gentle oral hygiene for up to 4-5 days;
• you can not take a hot bath, go to the bathhouse and sauna until complete recovery;
• you can not go in for sports and active physical exercise.

The body is fully restored within two weeks. The effect is noticeable after 1 - 2 months and continues to delight the patient up to 7 years.

In the postoperative period, complications are possible:

• severe itching;
• pain;
• swelling and bruising;
• slight violation of facial expressions;
• asymmetry of the face.

Lift of the lower third of the face

Operation with an endoscope in the lower part is indicated in the following cases:

• double chin;
• sagging skin, loss of its elasticity;
• drooping of the cheekbones, corners of the lips;
• loss of definition of the contour of the lower part;
• nasolabial folds, wrinkles in the chin area.

The procedure helps to get rid of the listed problems in one session. During the operation, the doctor makes incisions up to 3 cm behind the auricle or under the chin line. The stitches are held back with staples or medical absorbable sutures.

After the lifting, minor complications are possible: swelling, scars, hematomas. The recovery period takes 2 to 3 weeks.

Endoscopic neck lift

Endoscopic neck lift surgery is used in combination with a circular facelift. The incisions for the procedure are located behind the ears or under the chin. In the process of work, excess adipose tissue is removed and the skin is tightened.

Indications for endoscopic neck lift:

• horizontal wrinkles;
• sagging skin;
• the appearance of signs of skin aging.

After the operation on the neck, the skin becomes elastic and taut, wrinkles disappear.

Rehabilitation

Due to its low trauma, the rehabilitation of a patient after such an endoscopic tightening takes only two weeks. It is recommended to wear fixation bandages for several days.

The result on the face is noticeable in 1.5 - 2 months. This effect lasts from 5 to 7 years, depending on the individual characteristics of the organism.

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Results in a week

The result after a week is hardly noticeable, since swelling, puffiness is visible, stitches or staples are not eliminated (they are removed after 14 days), pain persists. Full results are seen 5 to 6 weeks after endoscopic lifting.

Contraindications

As with any surgical intervention, endoscopic facelift has contraindications:

• diseases of the cardiovascular system;
• oncological pathologies;
• diabetes;
• blood clotting problems;
• chronic diseases in the stage of exacerbation and remission;
• smoking;
• age limit up to 30 years and after 60 years.

Before the operation, the patient undergoes training: takes tests, consults with a doctor, discusses the desired result.

In order to avoid complications after lifting, it is necessary to inform the specialist about the characteristics of your body and the presence of diseases

Price and what it depends on

The cost of an endoscopic lift depends on the following factors:

• from the experience of the surgeon and his qualifications;
• from the region in which the operation is carried out;
• the level of equipment and its modernity;
• on the amount of work and the area of ​​the operation.

The lower zone is considered the most time consuming, so it will cost the patient more. The middle zone depends on the complex of interaction with other parts. The upper area is cheaper than the previous two. Most often, the surgeon does not work with a specific one area, but with a circular lift or two zones.

The average checklist in Moscow starts at 140,000 rubles. The price does not include additional procedures for recovery and care. Therefore, when planning the operation, it is necessary to clarify the final amount in the clinic itself.

Endoscopic facelift: what it is - a modern and fast way to tighten the face and its problem areas. The operation is characterized by a short recovery period and a long-lasting rejuvenating effect. Recommended for patients aged 35 to 55 years.

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