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Healy Plastic Surgery & Med Spa
Aging changes more than just your skin. It can also shift the way you feel about your reflection. Over time, sagging skin, deep wrinkles, and the loss of natural contours can create a tired or heavy appearance that doesn’t match your inner vitality.
A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is a refined surgical procedure that helps restore the face and neck to a more youthful, balanced state. At Healy Plastic Surgery in Honolulu, Dr. Jeff Healy performs facelift surgery with precision, care, and a focus on authenticity. By carefully repositioning underlying tissues, removing excess skin, and redefining key areas like the jawline and neck, Dr. Healy creates results that look refreshed, not artificial. Whether you’re considering a full facelift, mini facelift, or advanced deep plane facelift, the goal remains the same: helping you feel at home in your own skin again.
A facelift procedure is a highly customizable form of facial plastic surgery that improves visible signs of aging in the lower two-thirds of the face.
As we age, facial muscles, facial fat, and facial skin begin to shift, leading to jowls, deep folds, and a softened jawline. Dr. Healy specializes in advanced techniques, including the SMAS facelift and deep plane approaches, to reposition deeper tissues, smooth wrinkles, and restore youthful contours. The result is a refined, naturally refreshed look that enhances rather than alters your fundamental appearance.
A facelift is ideal for patients seeking more significant and enduring changes than non-surgical treatments can provide.
A surgical facelift offers benefits that go far beyond the surface:
You may be a good candidate for facelift surgery if you're in overall good health, a non-smoker, and experiencing visible signs of aging—such as jowls, loose skin, or a softening jawline—that no longer reflect how you feel inside.
Ideal candidates are looking for long-term, meaningful improvement rather than temporary fixes and are committed to proper aftercare. Those who are taking blood thinners or have a history of poor wound healing may not be candidates for this surgical procedure.
During your consultation, Dr. Jeff Healy will take the time to understand your goals and evaluate factors like your facial anatomy, medical history, and any previous surgeries to ensure that a facelift is both safe and personalized to your goals. His methodical approach and focus on natural-looking results ensure that your experience—and your outcome—are as smooth and supportive as possible.
A facelift is designed to improve a variety of age-related changes, including:
Depending on your needs, Dr. Healy may recommend combining your facelift surgery with a brow lift, eyelid surgery, or fat transfer for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
As a board-certified plastic surgeon with over two decades of experience, including years as a military reconstructive surgeon,
Dr. Jeff Healy brings deep surgical knowledge and calm, meticulous precision to every facial plastic surgery procedure. At Healy Plastic Surgery, every facelift is performed in our AAAASF-accredited in-office OR. You’ll receive direct care from Dr. Healy at every step, with complimentary lifetime follow-up and a surgical team committed to your safety and comfort.
The facelift journey begins with a detailed consultation with Dr. Jeff Healy to review your goals, facial skin quality, bone structure, and medical history.
The surgical technique is tailored to your anatomy and may involve a deep plane lift, SMAS lift, or mini facelift, depending on your needs. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia, or occasionally under local anesthesia with sedation, in our accredited surgical suite.
The incision sites are discreet, often hidden around the ears and along the lower scalp, to access and lift the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS), reposition facial tissues, and remove excess skin. A neck lift incision may be added to address an aging neck, including neck bands or a double chin. Dr. Healy then closes the incisions using advanced techniques to encourage smooth healing. After a short monitoring period, patients return home the same day.
Facelift results typically last 10 to 15 years or more. While no facial cosmetic surgery can stop the aging process, a facelift can turn back the clock and enhance your confidence for years to come.
You’ll begin to see improvements shortly after surgery, though swelling may initially conceal your final appearance. As healing progresses, expect:
Smoother contours in the mid and lower face
A refined jawline and firmer neck
Softened facial skin texture and fewer deep lines
Subtle, natural-looking rejuvenation
Facelift recovery typically includes some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort for the first few weeks. Dr. Healy may place a drainage tube and provide a compression garment to minimize swelling and support healing. Most patients return to non-strenuous activities in 10–14 days. Final results will become more refined over 2–3 months as facial tissues settle. You'll receive personalized aftercare instructions to help you care for your incision sites and heal properly.
A mini facelift is less invasive and targets earlier signs of aging, while a traditional facelift addresses more advanced changes in the face and neck.
Yes. Dr. Healy focuses on preserving your unique features while enhancing harmony and balance.
As with any cosmetic surgery, risks include infection, hematoma, or rare issues like facial nerve injury or permanent hair loss. These risks are minimized with proper surgical planning and technique.
Most healing occurs within 2–3 weeks, though subtle swelling and firmness may persist for a few months.
Absolutely. Many patients choose to add a neck lift, brow lift, eyelid lift, or fat transfer to enhance their facial rejuvenation results.
