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.
58 year-old who had undergone a removal of a subcutaneous tumor (likely larger lipoma) of her right neck area, and disliked the sagging, irregular contours of her neck. She underwent a mini-facelift (with no new neck incision), and is shown here at 6 months with much better lower facial symmetry and contours. If you have similar issues and li... Read More
This 55 year-old woman from the Front Range had recently lost 40lb on GLP-1's (Ozempic), and wished to address the accentuated lower facial and neck aging that resulted. Dr. Steinwald recommended a "mini-facelift" (SMAS plication) as a more affordable and safer alternative to a classic "deep-plane facelift" promoted here in Denver. She is sho... Read More
This is a 55-year-old woman who underwent a Mini-facelift to improve the laxity in her jawline and neck. She is shown before and only 6 days after her procedure. This highlights the relatively mild recovery that can be expected after a smaller facelift. Read More
This 65 year-old woman came to us wishing to address her progressive signs of lower facial aging. She was advised that she was an excellent candidate for a "mini-facelift" approach (avoiding a neck incision), which was indeed performed as an outpatient. She was very pleased with her rapid recovery and results (which are shown here... Read More
This is a 41 year old woman who complained of jowls and lacking neck definition. She underwent a mini-facelift to tighten her neck and jawline. Post-operative pictures are from 6 weeks after surgery.
This 70 year old patient of Dr. Wolfe felt that the image in the mirror did not match how young she felt. She underwent a mini facelift with SMR (and a bit of liposuction on the neck). This softened wrinkling near her mouth, refined her jawline, and tightened her neck.She is shown here before and 6 months post op. Read More
This patient, age 56, sought facial rejuvenation to address the loose skin along her lower face and neck. Her goals included a tighter jawline and a more defined neck contour, with results that looked natural and not overdone. She opted for a minimal incision facelift, commonly known as a Mini Facelift in Denver and Colorado Springs.He... Read More
This patient sought a solution for visible laxity along her jawline and neck. She was interested in achieving a more defined jaw contour and restoring depth to her neck. After her consultation, she chose to move forward with a SMAS Facelift in Denver and Colorado Springs. Her main goal was to address skin looseness and refresh her profile in... 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.
