Facelift Surgery in Fort Myers, FL – Neck Lift Surgery and Natural-Looking Facial Rejuvenation

Every face ages differently, which is why I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to facelift surgery. During your consultation, I evaluate more than loose skin. I also consider your facial proportions, skin quality, jawline definition, neck contour, and the way your facial tissues have changed over time. These details help determine which surgical approach may provide the most balanced and natural-looking result.

One concern I hear from many patients is that they want to look younger but do not want to look as though they have “had work done.” My goal is not to change your identity. I focus on restoring youthful contours while preserving the features and expressions that make you look like yourself. Ideally, friends and family notice that you look rested and refreshed rather than immediately recognizing that you had surgery.

Each treatment plan is customized because no two patients age in exactly the same way. By selecting the appropriate technique and avoiding excessive tension on the skin, I strive to create results that appear natural and continue to age gracefully.

As we age, skin laxity, volume loss, and gravity can contribute to sagging facial tissues, jowls, deep folds, and reduced definition along the jawline and neck. A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that rejuvenates the lower face and neck by addressing concerns such as:

• Sagging skin and jowls along the jawline
• Deep folds around the mouth, including nasolabial folds and marionette lines
• Loose or hanging neck skin
• Loss of facial definition and contour

Unlike temporary non-surgical treatments, facelift surgery addresses deeper structural causes of facial aging by repositioning tissues, refining contours, and removing excess skin when appropriate.

Dr. Farahmand customizes each procedure according to the patient’s facial structure, skin condition, degree of aging, and desired outcome. Depending on those factors, a treatment plan may involve one or more of the following approaches.

Traditional Facelift with Neck Lift

• May be appropriate for moderate to advanced facial aging
• Addresses sagging cheeks, jowls, and loose neck skin
• Uses incisions placed discreetly around the hairline and ears

Mini Facelift

• May be considered for earlier signs of lower-face aging
• Typically uses shorter incisions than a full facelift
• Can involve a shorter recovery for appropriately selected patients

Deep Plane Facelift

• Repositions deeper facial tissues rather than relying on skin tightening alone
• May help improve the cheeks, jawline, and lower face
• Is selected according to the patient’s anatomy and surgical goals

Mid-Facelift or Cheek Lift

• Focuses on sagging cheeks and changes in the midface
• May help improve cheek contour and the transition between the lower eyelids and cheeks

Neck Lift

• Addresses loose skin, excess fat, and reduced definition in the neck
• May be performed alone or in combination with a facelift

Dr. Farahmand will help determine which facelift technique or combination of procedures is best suited to your anatomy and goals.

Personalized Consultation and Treatment Plan

During your consultation, Dr. Farahmand will:

• Evaluate your facial structure, skin quality, and neck contour
• Review your medical history and cosmetic goals
• Discuss incision placement, recovery, and expected results
• Recommend a customized surgical plan

Preoperative instructions: Patients may be advised to stop smoking before surgery and avoid certain medications or supplements that could increase bleeding or bruising. Follow the specific instructions provided by Dr. Farahmand and your medical team.

How Facelift Surgery Is Performed

• Anesthesia may involve local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia
• Incisions are placed as discreetly as possible around the hairline and ears
• Underlying tissues are repositioned before excess skin is removed
• The exact surgical approach depends on the procedures being performed

Surgery time: Approximately 2–4 hours, depending on the extent of the procedure and whether other treatments are combined.

Recovery varies according to the extent of surgery and the individual patient. A general recovery timeline may include:

• Days 1–3: Swelling, tightness, and bruising are common
• Week 1: Follow-up care and possible suture removal
• Weeks 2–3: Many patients begin returning to light activities and social settings
• Around 6 weeks: Normal exercise may be resumed with the surgeon’s approval

Long-term results: A facelift does not stop the natural aging process, but it can provide lasting improvement in facial and neck contours.

Avoid strenuous activity, excessive sun exposure, and any other restricted activities until Dr. Farahmand clears you to resume them.

Non-surgical treatments can be helpful for mild wrinkles, volume loss, or changes in skin texture. However, they cannot reproduce the degree of lifting and tissue repositioning possible with surgery.

• Facelift surgery: Addresses moderate to advanced sagging and loss of facial definition
• Injectables: Temporarily soften wrinkles or restore selected areas of volume
• Laser treatments: Improve skin tone, texture, and surface damage
• Thread lifts: Offer limited, temporary lifting for carefully selected patients

For more comprehensive facial rejuvenation, facelift surgery may be combined with:

• Eyelid Surgery (blepharoplasty) to refresh the upper or lower eyelids
• Brow Lift to address a low brow or forehead aging
• Fat transfer to restore selected areas of facial volume

• Board-certified female plastic surgeon with more than 20 years of experience
• Personalized surgical planning focused on natural-looking facial rejuvenation
• State-registered surgical facility designed for patient safety and comfort
• Patient-focused care before, during, and after surgery

If you are considering facelift or neck lift surgery, a private consultation can help you understand which options may be appropriate for your anatomy, concerns, and goals.

Dr. Farahmand welcomes patients from Fort Myers, Naples, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Estero, Punta Gorda, and communities throughout Southwest Florida.

Call (239) 332-2388 or schedule your consultation online.

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Procedure: Facelift, brow lift, and lower eyelid blepharoplasty

“Where do I begin to sing the praises of Dr. Farahmand and her staff? I had my facelift in Fort Myers, which consisted of six different facial rejuvenation procedures. None of the incisions on my face and head are visible. I experienced no bruising and absolutely no pain, which had been one of my major concerns.

I interviewed four different board-certified plastic surgeons before making a decision, and Dr. Farahmand was the only doctor who explained exactly what she was going to do, where the incisions would be placed, and what the recovery would involve. Her patient care coordinator followed up with me, asked about my fears, and arranged for me to speak with other patients who had undergone similar procedures.

None of my family could believe I had recently undergone a facelift, but everyone thought I looked terrific and much younger. To say I am satisfied is a great understatement. I am delighted with the results and would highly recommend Dr. Farahmand to anyone considering facial plastic surgery.”

— Miss J.