When it comes to refreshing your appearance without undergoing a full facelift, a lower facelift with facial fat grafting offers an advanced, minimally invasive option. At Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue, led by double board-certified and award-winning plastic surgeon Dr. David Shafer, MD, FACS, patients from around the world receive expert care designed to deliver natural-looking, beautiful results. This combined procedure addresses aging in the lower face while restoring youthful volume through fat transfer, all performed in the clinic's luxurious, state-of-the-art Manhattan facility.
Let’s explore why this innovative approach is becoming one of the most sought-after rejuvenation solutions in NYC.
How a Lower Facelift and Fat Grafting Work Together
A lower facelift focuses on the bottom third of the face: the jawline, jowls, and neck. It targets sagging skin, deep folds, and muscle laxity, restoring definition and a smoother, firmer look. Adding facial fat grafting enhances the results by replenishing lost volume, using your body’s own fat to naturally smooth and rejuvenate areas like the cheeks, nasolabial folds, or marionette lines. Together, these techniques create a harmonious, youthful facial contour without the pulled or overdone appearance sometimes associated with older facelift methods.
Who Should Consider This Combined Approach?
Patients who are starting to notice early to moderate signs of aging but don't yet need a full facelift often benefit most from this combined treatment. Ideal candidates typically have:
- Mild to moderate sagging in the lower face and neck
- Hollowing or volume loss in the midface or under the eyes
- Desire for a more youthful, refreshed look without dramatic surgical changes
- Good overall health and realistic expectations about the outcomes
Benefits of Pairing Lifting With Volumization
There are several reasons why combining a lower facelift with fat grafting delivers superior, long-lasting results:
- Targeted lifting: Tightens underlying muscles and repositions skin in the lower face.
- Natural volumization: Restores fullness where age-related fat loss has occurred.
- Balanced results: Achieves a smoother, more cohesive look across the face.
- Minimized downtime: Less invasive than a full facelift, with faster recovery.
What Happens During the Procedure?
Your journey begins with an in-depth consultation where Dr. Shafer listens carefully to your concerns and goals. The procedure typically involves:
- Harvesting fat: Fat is gently removed from areas like the abdomen or thighs.
- Processing and injecting fat: The purified fat is strategically placed into facial areas needing volume.
- Performing the lower facelift: Dr. Shafer repositions and tightens the underlying facial structures, trims excess skin, and refines the contours.
Recovery is generally faster than a full facelift, and patients can usually return to light activities within one to two weeks.
Experience the Shafer Clinic Difference
At Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue, your beauty journey is guided by an elite team that prioritizes your comfort, safety, and satisfaction at every step. With advanced surgical techniques, luxurious facilities, and a commitment to personalized care, you can feel confident that you are receiving world-class treatment designed to deliver exceptional results. Whether you are a local New Yorker or visiting from abroad, Dr. Shafer and his team welcome you to experience aesthetic innovation at its finest.
Ready to explore how a lower facelift with facial fat grafting can help you look and feel your best? Contact Shafer Clinic Fifth Avenue today to schedule your personalized consultation and take the next step toward your rejuvenated, confident self.
