Facelift | Neck Lift in Morris County, NJ with Dr. Agata Brys
You deserve to look vibrant and youthful in any season of your life. Facelifts and neck lifts can enhance your natural features and achieve radiant transformations, making you look and feel your absolute best.
Distinguished female facial plastic surgeon, Dr. Agata Brys is double board-certified in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. With unwavering dedication to her patients, she aims to deliver plastic surgery results that enhance self-confidence and improve overall quality of life. Renowned for her precision and artistry, Dr. Brys is acclaimed as one of the best facial plastic surgeons in New Jersey.
Contact Dr. Brys at (973) 394-1815 or complete our online form to schedule your consultation today! We are located in Parsippany, NJ, and we are proud to serve patients in the surrounding areas, including Morristown, Chatham, Madison, Florham Park, Randolph, Mountain Lakes, and Livingston.
What Is a Facelift?
A facelift, medically known as rhytidectomy, is a facial rejuvenation procedure that addresses common signs of aging. Facelifts focus on the underlying facial structures to restore your natural contours without dramatically altering your unique features. Facelifts remove excess skin, reposition and tighten loose muscles, and address unwanted fat deposits to create a smoother aesthetic and visibly younger-looking skin. This is done through well-concealed incisions around the ears and within the hairline.
Facelifts are often selected by patients in their 40s to 60s, when signs of aging have developed.
Areas most vulnerable to aging include:
- Facial contours
- Jowls or fullness along the jawline
- Loose facial and neck skin
- Deep lines and wrinkles
- Nasolabial folds and marionette lines
- Volume loss
- Double chin or submental fullness
What Is a Neck Lift?
Neck lifts improve the signs of aging in the neck, including sagging skin, excess fat, jowls, or platysma muscle banding. A neck lift rejuvenates the jawline and chin, creating a sleeker, slimmer profile by tightening the skin and muscles. Neck lifts are often performed with upper facelifts to ensure a more polished and balanced facial appearance.
A neck lift improves:
- Lax or sagging skin and muscles
- Jawline definition
- Jowls or pre-jowls
- Double chin
- Neck wrinkles and muscle bands
- Fat deposits on the jawline
What Is a Microlift?
A microlift, also known as a ponytail lift, is a limited facelift done through a small incision hidden in the hair. This is a minimally invasive procedure that addresses the early signs of aging such as sagging cheeks and deep nasolabial folds. It is typically done under local anesthesia and takes about an hour to complete. It is an excellent option for those who are starting to see the early signs of aging and want a longer-term, natural-appearing solution.
Facelift | Neck Lift and Weight Loss
Losing weight offers incredible health benefits, and while significant weight loss can have unintended effects on the skin, the right procedures will effectively protect and rejuvenate your facial features. Particularly, rapid weight loss can cause the skin to sag, making the face look gaunt or older. Rapid weight loss following weight loss surgery or medications can create what is popularly known as “Ozempic face.” However, a hollowed-looking face is common with any substantial weight loss, no matter how it is achieved. With a facelift and neck lift, Dr. Brys can address the loose, sagging skin and remaining fat pockets that draw attention away from your weight loss success.
Choosing Dr. Brys as Your Parsippany, New Jersey
Facial Plastic Surgeon
Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Enhancing your facial appearance is an exciting journey, and having a trusted and skilled facial plastic surgeon by your side can make the process feel empowering and rewarding.
Dr. Agata Brys is double board-certified and fellowship-trained in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. An expert in many surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation procedures, Dr. Brys specializes in in rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, lip lift, and injectables as well as facelifts and neck lifts rather than body contouring procedures.
For Dr. Brys, the most rewarding part of being a facial plastic surgeon is helping her patients increase their confidence and restore their self-image under her care. By combining her love of art and science, Dr. Brys uses her extensive training in anatomy to achieve aesthetic facial balance and natural-looking facial plastic surgery results that effectively reduce signs of aging. With an artistic eye and state-of-the-art technology, Dr. Brys delivers results her patients will love for years.
Your Facelift | Neck Lift Consultation with Dr. Brys in NJ
In-depth consultations are an intricate part of Dr. Brys’s practice. For Dr. Brys, getting to know you and understanding your concerns, motivations, and expectations is essential in creating a rewarding patient experience.
As an expert in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Brys knows that small changes can significantly impact your overall facial appearance. Dr. Brys will consider your medical history, assess your facial features, and explain the risks and benefits of facelifts and neck lifts. She will help you understand which alterations can achieve your aesthetic goals without creating an “overdone” look that is not pleasing or balanced.
Dr. Brys will be your trusted partner from your first consultation to your last follow-up appointment. She will explain the details of your facelift and neck lift procedures and discuss key decision points. As an expert on available techniques, Dr. Brys utilizes the latest technology, including computer imaging analysis, to visualize the options best suited to your unique needs. Our advanced imaging tool creates a detailed model of your face for precise pre-operative planning and visualization. This technology enables you and Dr. Brys to explore potential outcomes of the surgery and adjust the surgical plan in real time to mutually agree on the desired final aesthetic result. From your first consultation to your last follow-up appointment, Dr. Brys is your trusted partner for facelifts and neck lifts.
Am I an Ideal Candidate for a Facelift or Neck Lift in New Jersey?
The most important factor in considering any facial plastic surgery is your overall health. Good physical and mental health are important to reduce the risk of complications and improve your overall well-being.
Facelift and neck lift candidates should:
- Be in good overall health
- Be a non-smoker, or be willing to quit at least two weeks before and after surgery
- Not be pregnant or breastfeeding
- Have realistic expectations
- Have no conditions that impair healing
- Understand the inherent risks involved in all surgeries
Preparing for Your Facelift or Neck Lift Surgery
Dr. Brys customizes all facelift and neck lift procedures to achieve optimal plastic surgery results for each individual patient. Here are some common steps to expect:
Pre-surgery Consultation
• Select an experienced, board-certified, and well-regarded facial plastic surgeon.
• Consider scheduling consultations with multiple plastic surgeons to find the most experienced provider for your unique needs.
• Review before/after photos and patient reviews.
Medical Evaluation by Dr. Brys
• Complete blood work or additional tests to assess your overall health.
• Assess current medications, including blood-thinning medications, anti-inflammatory drugs, or herbal supplements that may cause bleeding.
Pre-surgery Preparation
• Avoid all nicotine products for at least two weeks before surgery and until recovery is complete.
• Nicotine products, including tobacco, vaping, gum, or patches, decrease your body’s ability to heal following surgery, causing complications, delaying recovery, and negatively affecting your results.
• Eat balanced, nutritious meals with plenty of protein to support optimal recovery.
• Maintain weight through diet and exercise.
Prepare for your Recovery Phase
• Plan to take off 1-2 weeks from work, longer for physically demanding jobs.
• Organize post-surgery transportation and care by a responsible adult for at least 24 hours after your procedure.
• Arrange a clean, comfortable place to recuperate.
• Ensure your medication prescriptions are filled and purchase any necessary supplies. Obtain Vitamin C, Arnica Montana, and Bromelain tablets, as these promote healing.
• Plan meal delivery or consider freezing meals prior to surgery.
Facelift and Neck Lift Procedure Overview
On the day of your facelift and neck lift, you’ll meet with Dr. Brys and your anesthesiologist. Your anesthesiologist will always be a certified MD or DO. Dr. Brys will review the details of your procedure and answer any final questions you may have.
Once you are safely sedated, Dr. Brys will begin your procedure, as discussed during your consultation. Using the images we created for guidance, Dr. Brys will create small, well-concealed incisions, typically near the ears, to remove excess skin and fat and tighten the underlying muscles. Depending on the extent of your procedural plan, facelift and neck lift procedures typically take two to three hours.
Facelift and Neck Lift Recovery
Following your facelift or neck lift procedure, you may experience pressure or discomfort for 7 to 10 days. You should expect swelling, bruising, and numbness that will take two to three weeks to resolve; however, residual swelling may last up to a year.
To aid the post-recovery process, Dr. Brys recommends:
One to two weeks post-surgery:
- Elevate your head and avoid bending, lifting, or engaging in strenuous activities during your initial recovery.
- Wear your compression dressings as recommended to help your body adjust to its new contours.
- Eat a balanced, protein-rich diet.
- Plan to take at least one to two weeks off from work. Generally, you can resume sedentary work in one to two weeks. Those with physically demanding jobs may need a longer recovery time or request modified duties.
- Vitamin C, Arnica Montana, and Bromelain tablets are over-the-counter supplements that promote healing.
Two to four weeks post-surgery:
- Resume normal activities, including light workouts.
- Continue to avoid strenuous exercises for three to four weeks.
How Soon Will I See My Parsippany, New Jersey Facelift and Neck Lift Results?
Many factors, including the extent of your procedures, health, and age, will determine the longevity of your facelift and neck lift recovery. Following your facelift or neck lift, you will experience bruising and swelling that may obscure results for one to two weeks. Residual swelling may take a year to resolve. As swelling resolves, you will see remarkable improvement, revealing your more youthful facial appearance.
With thorough follow-up care, your facelift and neck lift results will leave you with a youthful, lifted facial appearance that may last 10 to 15 years. To ensure long-lasting plastic surgery results, Dr. Brys advises following a healthy skincare regimen and skin rejuvenation treatments, as well as avoiding sun exposure.
How Much Does a Facelift or Neck Lift in New Jersey Cost?
Facelift and neck lift procedures are highly customizable, and costs will vary by patient and depend on the extent of each procedure. As part of your consultation, Dr. Brys will provide you with a customized scope and cost estimate tailored to your desired procedure.
Facelift and neck lift procedures are cosmetic in nature. While these procedures are not covered by insurance, we offer financing with approved credit. During your consultation, our staff can assist you in applying for financing.
Achieving Aesthetic
Facial Balance
Natural-looking Results
With an artistic eye and state-of-the-art technology, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Agata Brys delivers plastic surgery results her patients will love for years.
Can My Facelift or Neck Lift Be Paired with Other Procedures?
It is common to have multiple procedures performed during a single operation. It can be a cost-effective option, saving you from paying duplicate procedural or anesthesia expenses. Combining the right procedures may also enhance your aesthetic results, creating a balanced, more symmetrical, and proportional facial appearance. Furthermore, it allows for a single recuperation period.
Procedures that may complement your facelift or neck lift include:
Having procedures concurrently depends on the treatment plan you have chosen, the extent of the surgery, and your overall health and age. As part of the consultation, Dr. Brys will advise you on the best procedures to achieve the aesthetic look you desire.
Enhance Your Features with Morristown, New Jersey Facelift and Neck Lift
Beautiful, natural-looking facial plastic surgery results await you when you partner with one of the best facelift surgeons in New Jersey! Call (973) 394-1815 or complete our online form to schedule your consultation with Dr. Agata Brys today.
