Rediscover Your Timeless Beauty
Dr. Neena Will is an experienced and board-certified facial plastic surgeon who has been creating natural-looking facial cosmetic surgery results for many years. Through modern facelift techniques, they can help you attain the youthful appearance that you desire without the telltale “pulled-back” or “stretched” look.
Facelift Naperville surgery is a complex procedure, but it is very rewarding and can make you look up to 10 years younger. Please read the information below to learn more.
Are You a Candidate for Facelift Surgery?
Candidates for a facelift typically have creases around the lower eyelids, nose and mouth, as well as sagging in the mid-face and lax skin around the jawline. The best candidates are healthy, do not smoke and have reasonable, concrete goals for surgery. For our West Chicago area patients who are experiencing signs of aging but are not in need a facelift, Dr. Will performs other aesthetic procedures including eyelid lift and browlift.
Before & After Photos
Explore our before and after gallery to witness the remarkable transformations that have left our clients feeling more confident and beautiful than ever. From subtle enhancements to dramatic makeovers, our gallery showcases the artistry of transformation.
What to Expect During a Facelift
A Naperville Facelift is typically performed on an outpatient basis. Anesthesia and sedation medications are used so you can sleep comfortably throughout surgery and won’t feel anything. The length of surgery will depend on your specific treatment plan, but surgery usually takes two to four hours.
To begin, Dr. Will will make the facelift incisions along the hairline and around the ear. She will separate the skin from the underlying tissue. Then, she will reposition and tighten the tissues to improve the facial contours and create a “lifted” look. Dr. Will will remove excess skin and re-drape the remaining skin more tightly over the facial structures. Finally, she will close the incisions with sutures and place fluffy bandages around the face.
After waking up from surgery, you will rest in the recovery suite for an hour or two while our team monitors you. Then, you will be released into the care of your companion, who should drive you home and stay with you for the first 24 hours after surgery.
What to Expect During Recovery
Your face will be bandaged and the incisions will be dressed. During recovery, you should rest quietly at home, keeping the head elevated and taking the prescribed medications to prevent infection or pain. Dr. Will can advise you when it is best to remove the bandages/stitches and when to resume everyday activities. Facelift risks, although rare, include infection, unfavorable scarring, excessive bleeding, anesthesia-related complications and injury to the facial nerves.
Benefits of Facelift
An expertly performed facelift will address the signs of aging and help you enjoy a younger, fresher appearance. Your facelift treatment plan will be customized to your specific concerns and can accomplish the following:
- Repair loose skin: loose, sagging skin will be removed, and the remaining skin will be re-draped over the facial structures. Although the skin will look smoother and tighter, Dr. Will avoids putting too much tension on the skin, which can cause a pulled or “windblown-”looking result.
- Tighten facial muscles/tissues: weakened muscles and the underlying facial structures (known as the superficial musculo-aponeurotic system or SMAS) will be tightened and lifted into a better configuration.
- Improve facial contours: the cheeks and lower eyelids will look smoother, and the lower face (i.e., jawline, neck) will have better definition and contours. Prominent jowls or fatty skin on the neck can be treated, as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s common to have questions about facelift surgery. You can trust Dr. Will to give you a thorough and thoughtful answer to your queries.
The most frequently asked questions about facelift surgery include the following:
No, facelift surgery should not be painful. You will receive anesthesia and sedation medications prior to the procedure to prevent you from feeling anything during your operation.
It’s normal to feel some discomfort as you recover from surgery. We will write you a prescription for oral medication to relieve your symptoms.
Facelift surgery is designed to produce long-lasting results. With the proper care — including adequate sun protection and healthy lifestyle habits — you can enjoy your facelift results for many years to come.
The techniques that Dr. Will uses will factor into the longevity of your facelift results. Although the recovery period for a less-invasive procedure will be shorter, the results won’t last as long. If you want your facelift results to last for at least 10 years, Dr. Will will recommend a facelift technique that reaches the deep layers of the facial tissues.
Facelift cost varies based on several factors, including the specific approach that Dr. Will employs. Also, some techniques can be performed in the office, thereby minimizing cost and downtime.
After meeting with you, discussing your goals and performing a physical examination of your face, Dr. Will and our team will provide a price quote, and note what is and is not included in that number. We have an on-site surgical center that will help minimize your facility and anesthesia costs.
If you would like to learn more about facelift surgery with Dr. Will, please contact her plastic surgery practice at (815) 267-0231 in Plainfield.