The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 725 Heritage Road #100
Golden, CO 80401 Phone: (303) 278-2600 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 755 Heritage Road #100
Golden, CO 80401 Phone: (303) 279-6100 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 501 South Cherry Street #900
Denver, CO 80246 Phone: (303) 951-2100 Monday – Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 501 South Cherry Street #900
Denver, CO 80246 Phone: (303) 951-2102 Tuesday – Friday: 8:00 a.m.–5 p.m.
The Center for Cosmetic Surgery 6985 Tutt Blvd Ste 110
Colorado Springs, CO 80923 Phone: (719) 380-1823 Monday: 10 a.m.–1 p.m. Tuesday – Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Facelift at a Glance
3+ hour surgery
Back to work: 1-2 weeks
Facelift surgery remains the gold standard for firming, lifting, and smoothing the lower face and neck. At The Center for Cosmetic Surgery in Denver, Colorado, our team of surgeons is renowned for exceptional, natural-looking facelift results and outstanding care. Each brings distinct strengths and a shared commitment to excellence, collectively shaping our premier approach to facial rejuvenation. Today, you can choose how you age with surgical and nonsurgical options that help you mature gracefully. Our team of experts can help you age on your terms.
A facelift, also called a full or traditional facelift, rejuvenates the lower 2/3 of the face; it does not address the forehead, brows, or eye area. In our practice, a traditional facelift combines the mini facelift with submental resection to tighten the neck muscles through an incision under the chin. It is less invasive than a deep plane facelift while providing our Colorado patients with long-lasting, natural facial rejuvenation.
SMAS Facelift Before & After Photos
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
The decision to undergo an elective medical procedure is deeply personal, yet transformative, as demonstrated by the above patient who sought a mini facelift and neck lift. The primary motivation behind this choice was to address the signs of aging visible around her neck and jowls. After noticing such changes, she began searching for 'Mini F... Read More
This is a 60 year old woman who wanted to improve her facial appearance and look younger. She did not like the loose neck skin and jowls on her lower face and was bothered by the her drooping outer eyebrows as well. She also complained about the lines around her mouth, her forehead wrinkles, and desired fuller lips. She underwent a minifaceli... Read More
This is a 72-year-old woman who wished to improve the appearance of her lower face and neck. She underwent a Mini-facelift and platysmaplasty. Before and after photos show a significant change in the aged appearance of her lower face with a natural, unoperated appearance. Read More
48 year-old woman seeking a facelift, Colorado-based sun damage being a major factor. She was treated with a mini-facelift approach as an outpatient to tighten deeper structural elements as well as the skin, especially apparent on side view of her neck area; photos are from approximately 6 months post-op. Read More
This 78 year old woman did not like the jowling along her jawline and the wrinkles on her neck, which she felt made her look older than she felt. She underwent a mini facelift with Dr. Steven Vath to address these concerns.After photos taken at 8 weeks post op. Read More
This 75 year-old gentleman presented to finally address his long-standing neck aging. Dr. Steinwald recommended a SMAS-plication face/neck-lift, performed as approximately a 3-hour outpatient procedure, and with much lower cost and risk than a traditional "deep-plane facelift" here in Denver. He indeed got marked improvements of his neck and... Read More
70 year-old outdoorsman with significant lower facial and especially neck aging, and a fair amount of sun damage as well (including excision of skin cancers). He underwent a formal 2-layer SMAS "mini-facelift" with extra attention given to his neck issues, and is shown here approximately one month post-op, healing quite nicely. If you have si... Read More
This patient, an extensive traveler at the age of 52, wanted to rejuvenate her appearance and pursued an elective medical procedure consisting of a chin implantation, a mini facelift, and anterior neck dissection and tightening. Her motivations stemmed from a desire to enhance her natural features and address any signs of aging, especially ta... Read More
Eyelid surgery corrects hooded upper eyelids and puffy undereye bags.
Liposuction reduces a double chin and other pockets of unwanted fat.
Fat grafting fills in tear troughs and hollows around the eyes and restores volume to the cheeks.
Combining facelift with other facial procedures is very common and often results in more complete results.
How Is a Facelift Performed?
Traditional facelift surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure using light general anesthesia. The incision begins in the hair-bearing scalp at your sideburn, travels down in front of your ear, then under your earlobe, and into the hairline behind your ear. For most of our patients, our surgeons use a shorter incision that does not go into the hairline.
Through this incision, your surgeon lifts and tightens the underlying structures of your face. Modern facelift techniques reposition the structure between the skin and muscle called the SMAS (superficial musculo-aponeurotic system) to avoid a tight, windblown look.
A second incision may be made beneath your chin to tighten the vertical muscle bands of the neck. In some cases, our surgeons perform liposuction to remove fat from under the chin. Your skin will then be meticulously redraped over the reshaped facial structures, excess skin will be trimmed away, and the incisions will be closed with fine sutures.
How Long Is Recovery After a Facelift?
While experiences vary, most patients have only mild discomfort for the first few days after facelift surgery. Expect recovery to progress along the following general timeline:
1 to 2 days: Bandages and compression wrap are removed
1 to 2 weeks: Swelling and bruising subside
10 days to 2 weeks: Resume nonstrenuous work and exercise
4 weeks: Ease back into physical jobs and strenuous exercise
6 to 12 weeks: Facial tightness relaxes
3 to 6 months: Final results are visible
Patients are typically ready to be seen in public after about 4 weeks of healing.
The Aesthetic Society membership applies to select physicians within the practice.
Start With a Personal Consultation
Our consultations are your time to meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your aesthetic vision, explore your procedure options, and develop a personalized surgical plan. You’ll also receive clear pricing and details about available financing options to help you move forward with confidence.
Facelift incisions are strategically placed to minimize visible scarring, along the hairline and around the ears, where they are easily concealed. With proper care during the healing process, scars typically fade and become less noticeable over time.
How Long Do Facelift Results Last?
Facelift results typically last around 10 years depending on factors such as your age at the time of surgery, skin elasticity, lifestyle, and other considerations.
To prolong your facelift results:
Follow a consistent skincare regimen: Use high-quality products tailored to your skin type.
Protect your skin from the sun: Apply broad-spectrum sunscreen daily and wear protective clothing when outdoors.
Avoid smoking: Smoking accelerates skin aging and can negatively impact your facelift results.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle: Eat a balanced diet, stay hydrated, and exercise regularly.
Maintain a stable weight: Significant weight fluctuations can affect the contour and appearance of your face.
While a facelift can’t stop the aging process, it effectively resets the clock and lets you maintain a more youthful look as the years pass.
A Reputation Built on Results
I am four months post-op from my facelift, platysmaplasty, and lip lift performed by Dr. Andrew Wolfe. The process was seamless, from the initial consult through my follow-up appointments. I admire Dr....
Dr Vath is truly a one of a kind surgeon! My Mommy Makeover results have been life changing. I finally feel like myself again which is such a gift. My entire experience from the initial consultation to...
I honestly have no words for how happy I am with my entire experience with The Center for Cosmetic Surgery. Dr. Wolfe has exceptional attention to detail and because of that, my results are flawless.I...
Great experience! The staff are very caring and friendly. Dr. Freeman did an excellent job. I’m very happy with my results. Highly recommend!
The cost of a facelift at our Denver practice varies depending on the technique performed. You’ll receive a personalized estimate for your procedure during your consultation with one of our plastic surgeons. Our flexible financing options help many patients move forward with their surgery without a financial strain.
What is the best age to get a facelift?
The “best” age for a facelift is not a number; it’s when nonsurgical aesthetic treatments no longer provide the rejuvenation you desire. Patients are typically in their 40s to 60s and should be healthy and have good skin elasticity.
How much younger will I look after a facelift?
While everyone is different, generally after a traditional facelift, patients look like themselves but around 10 years younger.
Schedule Your Consultation
Please schedule a personal consultation to learn what a facelift with our highly trained and experienced board-certified plastic surgeons can do for you. The Center for Cosmetic Surgery has two plastic surgery offices in the Denver metro area, one in Cherry Creek and another in Golden. Simply call
(303) 278-2600 or request your consultation online.
