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MIDFACE LIFT SURGERY WITH BLEPHAROPLASTY
Saggy skin, fat, and muscle below the eyelids have been always attributed to the natural process of aging. In time, fine lines, and wrinkles will appear on the face, specifically between the lower eyelids and the upper cheeks. With the advancement of surgical cosmetics and medical technology, certain medical techniques have been innovated to reconstruct this area to rejuvenate a more youthful looking appearance. These techniques include midface lifts and orbital fat transfers. Compared to the “classical” face lift wherein the tissues are pulled towards the ear, midface lifts create a more natural and more youthful appearance around the cheeks. 
A type of midface lift, commonly known as a SOOF lift primarily elevates and tightens the skin, fats, and muscles at the upper portion of the cheek to create a smooth and youthful skin transition from the eyelids to the cheeks. Subsequently, it lifts the nasolabial fold, the fold between the cheek and the nostrils. In addition, it partially softens the hollowness between the upper cheek and the lower eyelid. It also improves the appearance of the cheek bags.
A Midface Lift is commonly performed whenever revitalization is desired. Individuals can combine this procedure with Blepharoplasty or an eyelift procedure of the lower eyelids.
THE SURGERY
There are two main surgical approaches in performing a midface lift surgery. These include: doing an incision in front of the lower eyelid or an incision made at the back of the lower eyelid. The type of incision to be done will depend on the patient’s case.
After the incision, the excess fats under the eyes are either removed or repositioned. The cheek fat is then lifted upwards towards the external corner of the eye where it will be firmly sutured to the underlying attached tissue. Any excess eyelid skin or muscles are then trimmed. Lastly, the surgical wound is closed and sutured.
A medical ointment or salve will be applied on the surgical area and a pressure garment will be wrapped around the eyes and the head. This head garment may be taken of several hours after the surgical procedure. The whole surgery will only take 2 to 3 hours.
OTHER OPTIONS
During the initial consultation, the doctor will present to you all the options you can undergo to attain your goals. Advantages, as well as the risks and complications of each option will be discussed to you in great detail. Anaesthesia choices, fees, as well as post-operative conditions and complications will also be presented.
THE RECOVERY
After the surgical procedure, one should expect that the area will be tender, swollen, and probably bruised. These are highly probable because the eye area is highly vascularized. These conditions are normal and are part of the recovery period. Swelling will improved after five to seven days but it will take several weeks for it to completely resolved. If pain is felt, you may take the prescribed medications. It is also essential to emphasize that taking of the prescribed antibiotics is important to avoid possible infection. Medical ointments may be applied if the doctor instructed you.
Most individuals who have undergone this procedure will be able to resume their normal activities 7 to 10 days after the surgery.
Your Eyes are extremely important so let Dr. Della Rocca M.D. help you make that important decision. Call to schedule an appointment today; (212) 979-4575