Liquid Facelift
in Connecticut

What is a Liquid Facelift?

A liquid facelift is a non-surgical way to rejuvenate a face that appears aged due to volume loss. As we age, we lose fat from our face, especially under the eyes, in the cheeks, and in the pre-jowl regions.

As these areas lose volume, it makes the face look hollowed, creating shadows where there were none before. Volume loss can also create lines and wrinkles. This is especially true in areas where dimples often appear.

A liquid facelift uses facial fillers like hyaluronic acid-based fillers (Restylane, Juvederm, Radiesse) or bio-stimulators (Poly-l-lactic acid fillers) to replace the volume lost during the aging process. Besides addressing facial fullness, it can also address nasolabial folds, frown lines, and other dynamic wrinkles. Botox is especially effective for treating dynamic wrinkles because it temporarily relaxes the facial muscles to smooth the skin and prevent wrinkle formation.

Who is a Candidate for a Liquid Facelift?

Young women in their 40s often notice signs of aging. If they are not yet ready for a surgical facelift, they are great candidates for a liquid facelift. People who are in good shape with little body fat tend to look older because of the lack of fullness in their faces.

People who have had a facelift or other facial surgery may not look as young as they could. This is often because the facelift did not fix the loss of volume that comes with age. It also may not match well with the rest of their facial features.

Men are also excellent candidates for liquid facelifts. Men in particular do not want obvious changes to their facial appearance overnight. Men tend to like improvements that are gradual over time and subtle but still make them look refreshed and more youthful. What we’re trying to avoid is the situation where you appear in your 50s on Friday and look like you are in your 40s on Monday.

Liquid Facelift Techniques

Liquid facelifts typically use dermal filler injections and injections of neuromodulators like Botox and Dysport. These injectables will be strategically injected into specific treatment areas of the face. This will help to reduce lines and wrinkles, restore volume, and give you a more youthful appearance.

During your consultation, your provider will walk you through where the injections will be placed and, during the treatment, will mark the areas to ensure precision and accuracy. A thin needle will then be used to inject the correct formula.

What Is The Downtime For A Liquid Facelift?

The downtime after a liquid facelift depends on how much bruising you have. If there is no bruising, you can go out that evening without anyone noticing. However, if a bruise appears at the injection site, it will depend on its size and whether you can conceal it with makeup.

It is impossible to foresee whether a bruise will develop, how large it might be, or the duration it will last. If you do have some bruising, it usually lasts a few days to a week. The downtime is considerably less than a traditional facelift, which has a downtime of two weeks.

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Liquid Facelift Recovery Instructions

The instructions for recovery vary depending on the specific product used to achieve the liquid facelift. In general, when you receive an injectable treatment at Stanislaw Facial Plastic Surgery Center, Dr. Stanislaw recommends the following recovery steps:

• Ice the areas injected for 24 hours
• Keep your head elevated during sleep for 24 hours
• No bending, lifting, or straining for 24 hours

Liquid Facelift Longevity

No injectable treatment is designed to be permanent, as your body naturally breaks down the natural ingredients of products like Juvederm and Botox. How long your liquid facelift results last depends on several factors:

1. Which type of dermal filler is being used (refer to the pages specific for each product)
2. Which areas of the face are being volumized (the closer to the mouth, the faster the product breaks down because of greater muscle use)
3. The patient; some people break down dermal fillers faster than others

There is no way to predict exactly how long a specific product will last in a specific person.

Results

When you see results of your liquid facelift will depend on the injectables used. Dermal fillers usually show results right away. However, it may take one to two weeks for the filler to settle. The results can last up to two years.

Botox and Dysport, on the other hand, can take up to two weeks to go into full effect. At that point, you will be able to see your full results. These results can last for 3-4 months.

How Much Filler Will I Need For A Liquid Facelift?

During your consultation, Dr. Stanislaw will give you an estimate on the amount of filler you will need for natural results. The two factors that determine how much filler you will need are your degree of lost facial volume and the extent of the signs of aging in the treatment area. One person may desire just a subtle softening of lines and wrinkles, while another person may desire as much correction as possible. The more dramatic your desired results, the more filler you will need in the targeted areas.

Does A Liquid Facelift Hurt?

There is very little discomfort during this type of facelift. A topical numbing medication can be applied to the area before the injection if desired; however, this is not required. In addition, there is a numbing medication in the injectable fillers called lidocaine that makes you temporarily numb during the injection process.

A small percentage of patients complain of a mild ache for a day or two after the procedure. This is easily controlled with Motrin or Tylenol.

Liquid Facelift vs. Facelift Surgery

There are a wide range of differences between a liquid facelift and a facelift cosmetic procedure. With a facelift surgery, you have to worry about incisions, scarring, and a long recovery time. None of those are concerns with a liquid facelift.

A liquid facelift only uses injectables, takes much less time, and comes with very little downtime.

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Schedule A Consultation

Interested in learning more about how injectable hyaluronic acid fillers can help rejuvenate a more youthful appearance with zero downtime? Contact us by calling (860) 404-6133 or filling out our online form.

Dr. Paul Stanislaw is a double-board-certified plastic surgeon with years of experience achieving beautiful results with surgical and non-surgical plastic surgery procedures. Having your liquid facelift performed at the Stanislaw Facial Plastic Surgery Center ensures you get the best results with the lowest risk.

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