59 East 79th Street, New York, NY 10075
Konstantin Vasyukevich, MD
59 East 79th Street
New York, NY 10075
Phone: (212) 380-3634
Monday, Friday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday: 10 a.m.–7 p.m.
Wednesday: 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
The facelift has long been considered the “gold standard” of facial rejuvenation. No other cosmetic procedure can compare to its profound rejuvenating effect. Improving skin laxity, reducing facial wrinkles, smoothing out deep lines, and restoring youthful facial contours are just a few most notable benefits of a facelift.
However, looking years younger does not have to mean looking entirely different. A double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing in facelift surgery in Manhattan, New York City (NYC), Dr. Konstantin often tells his patients: “Your face will still be your face; it will just look years younger.”
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
This patient came to us concerned about early facial aging and wanted to appear more vibrant and refreshed. She was unhappy with sagging cheeks, loss of jawline definition, and skin laxity under the chin, and felt that her eyes made her look fatigued. After evaluating the patient's facial features and rejuvenation goals, a surgical plan was d... Read More
This patient came to see us seeking facial rejuvenation to help with advanced signs of facial aging. She had developed extensive skin laxity in the neck, noticeable jowls, sagging cheeks and bags under the eyes. She felt she was finally ready for a long-lasting, surgical solution to correct these aging changes.A custom-tailored surgica... Read More
This patient presented to us interested to improve the look of her sagging neck skin and jowls. Her main concern was the facial aging in the lower part of the face that made her appear older than her actual age. She wanted to regain a youthful, refreshed appearance. Her good skin quality and full cheeks made her an excellent candidate fo... Read More
This patient sought our help because she was unhappy with her tired appearance. She noticed that her early jowls, sagging cheeks, and skin laxity under her chin all contributed to her fatigued look. She wanted to look overall more youthful and vibrant. A surgical plan was developed after a thorough evaluation of the patient's facial features,... Read More
This patient came to us seeking to restore her youthful appearance. She felt she started to develop signs of facial aging that made her look older than her actual age. Her primary concerns were sagging cheeks, significant jowls, and neck skin laxity. She also felt that her eyes looked tired and contributed to an overall aging appearance.<... Read More
This patient presented to us looking to address her facial aging concerns. Her main complaints were laxity in the neck area, visible jowling, and drooping eyelids. She also wanted to regain a more defined and lifted facial profile to feel more comfortable and confident with her appearance.An individualized surgical plan for this patien... Read More
This patient came to see us seeking to help reverse visible signs of aging in her lower face. She was especially unhappy with the sagging, wrinkled skin under her chin and neck area and developing jowls. She wanted to look overall more youthful and refreshed. A personalized surgical plan was developed after a thorough evaluation of the patien... Read More
This patient was seen for concerns of facial aging changes that she felt made her appear tired and older than her actual age. She wanted a subtle, but effective rejuvenation that made her look refreshed, without anyone knowing she has undergone a cosmetic procedure. After evaluating the patient's facial features and surgical goals, a facelift... Read More
Dr. Konstantin is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing in modern facelift techniques. In addition to his reputation for superior, natural-looking results, he is renowned for his dedication to patient education. He has developed these detailed web pages to help you make informed decisions as you begin this exciting journey.
The best part of the modern-day facelift technique is that it achieves significant facial rejuvenation without changing the patient’s unique facial features. Long gone are the days of results that look pulled or stretched. The face that appears “done” or “worked on” is not acceptable in today’s cosmetic surgery world.
When designing each patient’s customized facelift plan, Dr. Konstantin prioritizes natural-looking results while preserving one’s distinct facial character.
In New York City, an expertly performed facelift generally costs $25,000 to $100,000 and up. A higher price does not necessarily ensure better quality. However, the fees of the best facelift surgeons in NYC likely fall within this price range. Dr. Konstantin charges $50,000 for a full face and neck lift.
Facelift prices can vary significantly from one facial plastic surgeon to another. Additionally, the same surgeon’s office can quote different prices to different patients depending on the type of facelift performed, the extent and the complexity of the surgery, and the facility where the procedure is performed.
“There is no one facelift technique that fits all. Each procedure is individually tailored for each patient. This individualized, targeted approach enables me to achieve the utmost rejuvenation possible in a minimally invasive fashion.”
– Dr. Konstantin
Facelift surgery is the most effective and reliable cosmetic procedure for reversing the physical changes associated with facial aging. If you think a facelift may be right for you, take this easy test:
While standing in front of the mirror, place your fingers on the sides of your face and lift the skin upward and slightly back. If doing so makes your face look years younger, a facelift might be just the right procedure for you. If you see no significant difference, you might want to look at other means of facial rejuvenation for the signs of aging that concern you.
As with any other cosmetic procedure, evaluation for a facelift starts with Dr. Konstantin’s thorough analysis of a patient’s facial features, skin texture and elasticity, the amount and distribution of excess fat, and the degree of facial aging. He takes and reviews photographs to establish and prioritize the goals of facial rejuvenation.
The specific areas targeted by a facelift may vary from patient to patient, so for each case, Dr. Konstantin develops a highly individualized surgical plan. Although unique characteristics of each patient’s face necessitate an individual approach, some areas nearly always require attention. Some of the most common targets for improvement and rejuvenation are:
Once Dr. Konstantin performs a facial analysis and determines the areas where the most improvement is needed, he can select a proper facelift technique. He can also make recommendations about other procedures that may enhance your facial rejuvenation.
Several types of facelift surgery can be used to rejuvenate the face. Deep-plane, high SMAS, SMAS lift, lower facelift, mini lift—these are just a few commonly used techniques. Dr. Konstantin also offers an endoscopic-assisted facelift using advanced technology. It can be overwhelming to understand the differences between all the facelift terminology for procedures and treatments, both surgical and nonsurgical.
Patients often ask, “What is the best facelift technique out there?” Some patients may come for a consultation with already formed opinions and ask for a specific type of facelift. Such preferences are often based on the opinions of other patients found online or after seeing a friend who had a certain type of facelift and “now looks just great.”
However, keep in mind that choosing a particular facelift type because it worked well for somebody else may not give you the best result. Each method of facial rejuvenation was developed to meet a specific set of goals, and each technique was designed to rejuvenate patients with certain types of facial structures. An experienced surgeon should be able to take into account each patient’s unique characteristics and select a facelift technique that will work best for him or her.
Once anesthesia has been administered, Dr. Konstantin makes the facelift incisions. Typically, one incision hides in a skin crease under the chin, and another is placed around the ear, starting at the temple and extending into the hairline behind the ear. The length of incisions may vary from patient to patient. As a general rule, a longer incision is necessary for people with more advanced facial aging. The main goal and the reason for a particular choice of incision placement is to make them as discreet as possible.
After making the incisions, excess fat is removed (typically through liposuction), and the underlying muscle (or SMAS) is tightened; this can be accomplished through various methods. The main goal of this step is to create a youthful contour of the face and neck and get rid of tissue laxity.
Once he establishes the facial contour, Dr. Konstantin removes the excess skin and closes the incisions with specially designed sutures. A contour dressing consisting of cotton and soft bandages is then placed. Most patients choose to bring a scarf or a hat to cover the bandages for the trip home.
Previously, facelifts have been performed in a hospital using general anesthesia. However, in recent years with the development of newer, less-invasive facelift techniques, there has been a trend toward using less and less anesthesia for cosmetic procedures.
Many surgeons who specialize in facial rejuvenation believe that avoiding general anesthesia improves the safety of the procedure and helps to speed up the recovery. Dr. Konstantin believes using less-invasive anesthesia for cosmetic surgery can make the patient’s experience with facial rejuvenation much easier. That is why a great many of his patients prefer a safer alternative to deep general anesthesia, such as twilight anesthesia.
You will need to take some personal time for healing after a facelift procedure. The time needed for healing varies significantly between patients; however, most people can get back to work in 1 to 2 weeks.
In the immediate postoperative period, it is advisable to stay within driving distance of Dr. Konstantin’s office in New York in case you require an additional postoperative visit. The majority of Dr. Konstantin’s facelift patients can expect a fairly smooth recovery, particularly if they take prescribed pain medications and follow instructions. Nevertheless, it’s wise to remember that individual experiences and recovery timelines will vary.
There isn’t really a specific age that is “best” for a facelift. Even people in their 30s begin to see signs of aging that can make them appear much older than they are. What matters when considering a facelift is whether patients have jowls or a double chin that truly bothers them. If so, a facelift may be an appropriate procedure.
It’s best to schedule any facial plastic surgery procedure at least 6 weeks before the event. Even though the initial recovery takes only a week or 2, residual swelling and bruising typically need several more weeks to resolve.
For comprehensive facial rejuvenation, Dr. Konstantin often performs upper face treatments such as brow lift and eyelid surgery at the time of the facelift operation. He may choose to incorporate fat transfer or dermal fillers to restore lost volume around the eyes and on the cheeks.
If you’re looking for the best facial plastic surgeon in NYC to perform your facelift, request a consultation with Dr. Konstantin or call (212) 380-3634 to speak to a member of our team.
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