LIQUID FACELIFT OVERVIEW

A perfect, well-contoured face is a dream for most of us! We want our features to look sharp and our skin to be tight. But ageing changes the face a lot. The skin begins to sag, all the features begin to show wrinkles, fine lines and skin tone becomes dull. But undergoing a “surgery” may not be a palatable option for many people. Then is there a solution that can beautify the face, stop ageing but be minimally invasive as well?

YES! Dr Ashish Davalbhakta of Aesthetics Medispa introduces the transformational technique popularly known as Liquid Facelift.

What is liquid facelift?

Dr Ashish Davalbhakta explains that liquid facelift is a non-invasive form of facelift that helps to contour and sculpt all the parts of the face like nose, chin, cheeks, lips, etc in order to have a fuller and youthful appearance.

Liquid facelifts incorporate various derma fillers in addition to Botox in order to have a pleasing and desirable result. It helps in countering the bagginess under the eyes, drab look of the cheeks, drooping eyebrows, etc. It also involves plumping up the lips to have a natural and fuller pout.

The derma fillers used at Aesthetics Medispa are very safe and effective.

How is the process carried out at Aesthetics Medispa?

Safety is given the utmost priority at Aesthetics Medispa. That is the reason why the patient’s medical history is taken into consideration. All the medications that the patient takes need to be discussed with the doctor to avoid any risks.

Before the process, Dr Ashish Davalbhakta first analyses the facial structure and the amount of fillers that need to be injected. The patient’s needs and requirements are also taken into consideration in order to have desirable results. A local anaesthetic is then injected into the areas to numb the areas which need to be lifted. The doctor will then inject the areas with fillers and botox that best suit the patient’s case. The procedure takes about 30 to 45 minutes and a single seating is sufficient for the same.

It is necessary to remember that the patient should not have any makeup, sunburn or infections on the face during the process.

How is a liquid facelift different from a traditional facelift?

A traditional facelift is an invasive process. This means that it requires surgery. Incisions are made in order to tighten the facial tissues and remove any excess skin. These incisions are then sealed with staples or stitches and a drain might be placed under them in order to remove excess fluid. This surgery is performed under local or general anaesthesia with intravenous sedation. A traditional facelift generally takes about 2 to 5 hours.
On the contrary, a liquid facelift does not require any incisions as fillers are directly injected. As no incisions are made there is no possibility of scarring. The time required for a liquid facelift is also quite less. The recovery is pretty simple and does not involve heavy care like that in a traditional face lift.

· The results in a traditional facelift are quite drastic. Whereas, when it comes to liquid facelift, the results are more subtle and natural.

What questions to ask at the consultation?

It is absolutely necessary to have clarity in the mind of the patient before undergoing any process. Here’s a list of questions that Dr Ashish has formulated in order to ask before the consultation.

Am I the right candidate for the process?
What is the process involved?
What is the duration of the procedure?
What are some of the precautions that need to be taken before and after the process?
Are there any risks or complications involved?
What measures can be taken to avoid these risks?
What will the outcome of the process be?
Are the results permanent? What can be done to maintain the results in the long run?

WHO CAN OPT FOR A LIQUID FACELIFT?

The overall health of a person is of utmost importance before undergoing any procedure. This is necessary to have a smooth and speedy recovery. Also, anybody who wishes to undergo a liquid facelift must be a non-smoker or quit smoking according to the need. Avoiding the intake of nicotine in any form is necessary so as to avoid bruising and soreness as it adversely affects the healing process. There must not be any infections, open wounds or acne on the face during the time of the process.

Any candidate who is unhappy with the appearance of the face and wishes to rejuvenate it for a youthful look can opt for a liquid face lift.

If you fit in the above criteria, you are an ideal candidate for the process.

WHAT IS THE COST INVOLVED IN A LIQUID FACELIFT?

Various factors are involved while counting the cost of a liquid facelift. The choice of fillers, the unique case, the situation, etc are some of the factors that contribute to the same. Thus, a fixed amount cannot be provided for the same.

Apart from these, the cost highly depends upon the location of the clinic, the technology used and other miscellaneous expenses.

As a liquid facelift comes under the umbrella of cosmetic surgery, no insurance covers it.

WHAT ARE THE RISKS ASSOCIATED WITH A LIQUID FACELIFT?

Risks and complications, although very rare, might arise during or after a liquid face lift. Here are some of the risks associated with Liquid facelift which rarely turn into reality.

Allergic reactions
Persistent swelling and soreness
Bleeding
Chances of infection
Numbness

Utmost care must be taken on both the ends to have a successful and risk-free procedure.

HOW IS THE RECOVERY AFTER A LIQUID FACELIFT?

The recovery after the process is quite quick. Dr Ashish Davalbhakta will give instructions on what to do after the injections. The patient might be told to apply ice on the face immediately in order to reduce the swelling. There is a chance of a little pain and soreness after the process which does not require any medications. However, if the pain persists, medications might be prescribed in order to alleviate the pain and soreness.

The doctor will also advise you to avoid stepping in the sun for a day or two in order to maintain the result of the process. Vigorous exercises must be avoided for a day to have a faster recovery. If required, follow ups must be taken with the doctor to monitor the effects which are almost immediately visible.

The effects of the process can generally last anywhere from 6 months to 2 years. The necessary precautions must be taken during the recovery in order to maintain the results in the long run.

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COMPLETED 5000+ COSMETIC SURGICAL PROCEDURES

DR. ASHISH DAVALBHAKTA | MBBS, MS, MCH (PLASTIC SURGERY), FRCS (GLASGOW)

Board certified and internationally trained plastic surgeon with 20+ Years of Experience.

Majority of his Cosmetic Surgery training is from UK and USA.

Treated 5000+ Patients from all over India and from USA, Canada, UK, Australia, Middle East, Africa and other countries.

Fellowships in Hand and Microsurgery, Breast aesthetic at world renowned plastic surgery unit at Addenbrooke’s Hospital Cambridge, St. Andrews Centre for Plastic Surgery, Chelmsford, The royal Preston, Mt Vernon among others.