Facelift
If sagging skin and wrinkles have significantly aged your appearance, you may look older than you feel.
Facelift surgery at Northwest Plastic Surgery Associates can rejuvenate your appearance while preserving your defining features.
If you are interested in a facelift, discover why Stephen P. Hardy, MD, is the top choice for facial surgery in Missoula, MT, and beyond...
Real Facelift Results by Stephen P. Hardy, MD
Dr. Hardy Discusses Facial Plastic Surgery
In this video, Dr. Hardy explains his approach to facelifts and other facial procedures. Dr. Hardy will only perform a facelift or mini facelift if he believes he can create natural-looking results with the surgery, and he will never upsell you or recommend a procedure that you don't need.
Interested in a Facelift? Request a Consultation
Is your facial appearance making you look more tired and aged than you really are? Dr. Hardy of Northwest Plastic Surgery Associates can take years off your appearance and restore your confidence with facelift surgery at his offices in Polson and Helena, MT.
If you live in the Missoula area and you're interested in a facelift, we encourage you to schedule a consultation with our team today. You can request a consultation right now by contacting us online or by calling us at:
(406) 728-3811
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Krystina Beach
2020
Love Dr. Hardy and his staff! They’re all very friendly and knowledgeable. I always know I’m in great hands when I’m there. Best plastic surgeon!
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2019
The best you will find , compassionate and highly skilled. Don’t bother leaving Montana to find another. Dr Hardy is the best.
View More Google ReviewsWhat Is a Facelift?
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A facelift, clinically known as a rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure to correct sagging facial skin and muscles, remove excess fat and jowls, and restore firmness to the face and neck.
What Can a Facelift Do?
A facelift is designed to correct signs of aging, including:
- Deep creases below the lower eyelid and between the nose and mouth that make you appear tired and sad
- Fallen or displaced fat and loss of muscle tone in the lower face that creates jowls
- Loose skin and excess fatty deposits under the chin and jaw that create the appearance of a double chin
Customized Rhytidectomy Techniques
Dr. Hardy can customize your facelift procedure with a variety of techniques in order to achieve the best aesthetic results possible.
The SMAS (superficial muscular aponeurotic system) is a layer of the muscles and fibrous tissue that extends through the lower two-thirds of the face. As you age, the SMAS membrane begins to lose elasticity and sag, resulting in jowls, deflated cheeks, and bands around the neck and jawline. The goal of a SMAS facelift is to lift and tighten the SMAS layer along with the skin to achieve significant correction and the most natural-looking results.
A mini facelift is a less invasive alternative to a traditional rhytidectomy, and is used to target more minor signs of aging in the lower half of the face. Smaller incisions are made around the hairline, and the skin is lifted to reduce sagging in the lower cheeks and jawline. While mini facelifts are not right for everyone, they may be a good option for younger patients who are looking for a subtle refresh in their appearance or for patients who want to touch up a past full facelift.
Our Montana surgical practice can combine two or more cosmetic procedures into your custom treatment plan. Facelift patients often benefit from additional procedures focused on specific areas of the face and neck to achieve the most natural and even-looking results. Depending on your needs, Dr. Hardy may recommend a neck lift, eyelid surgery, or various non-surgical treatments like laser skin resurfacing to complement your facelift and maximize your cosmetic enhancement.
"Dr. Hardy and all the staff are wonderful! It was a comfortable, informative, & great experience. Dr. Hardy’s work is amazing!" Jessica Mumm
Facelift Candidacy
Facelift surgery may be right for adults who feel that their outward facial aging no longer reflects the youth and vigor they feel both physically and emotionally. Other candidacy factors include:
How Much Does a Facelift Cost?
The cost of a facelift at Northwest Plastic Surgery Associates can vary widely based on your goals and any complementary treatments you add to your procedure. A "mini facelift" that only focuses on the lower half of the face can cost as little as $6,500, while adding facial liposuction and fat grafting to a full facelift can result in prices around $18,000. There's really no way to know how much your facelift will cost without meeting Dr. Hardy for a surgical consultation.
Dr. Hardy believes in being as conservative as possible with treatment. He will not pressure you into a more costly procedure if it's not right for your goals. In fact, he often recommends his patients try non-surgical treatments before considering a facelift or mini facelift. He will be honest with you during your consultation at our Missoula-area offices, and he will be upfront about the costs of his recommended approach.
Take the First Step Schedule a Consultation Today
Patients in the greater Missoula, MT, region can set up a private consultation with Dr. Hardy at our offices located in Helena or Polson. You can reach us by calling: (406) 728-3811
Facelift Step-by-Step
Dr. Hardy combines local anesthesia with oral sedation for a noticeably lower complication rate.
"The staff is very friendly and professional! I would recommend their facility to all of my friends and family!" K. Shoe
