This 63-year-old woman came to Long Island Facelift because she felt like her appearance no longer reflected how she felt on the inside.
Her main concerns were the sagging skin along her jawline and neck, and the heaviness she noticed in her lower face. She wasn’t looking for a dramatic overhaul, just a more refreshed, lifted version of herself.
Understanding Her Concerns
During her consultation, we discussed what she was seeing in the mirror. The laxity in her lower face had caused jowls to develop, blurring the definition between her face and neck.
Her neck skin also showed visible laxity and some early banding, which further aged her profile.
She was clear about her goals: she wanted to look more youthful and well-rested, without anyone being able to tell she had surgery.
The Surgical Approach
We recommended a combination face and neck lift to address her areas of concern. This dual procedure allows us to tighten both the underlying SMAS layer and the overlying skin.
In her case, careful sculpting and redraping of deeper tissues helped define the jawline and remove the heaviness from her lower face. Tightening the muscles and skin of the neck helped restore a more elegant profile without creating an overdone or pulled appearance.
Results That Speak for Themselves
Her jawline looks firmer and more youthful.
By addressing the deeper muscle layers along with the skin, we were able to create a natural contour without harsh lines.
The neck now blends beautifully into the jaw.
Before surgery, there was a visible separation between her face and neck due to sagging. Now, that transition is seamless.
Her cheeks appear subtly elevated.
While the procedure focused on the lower face, the lift also gave her midface a gentle upward support, which brightens her entire expression.
She looks like herself, just more rested and confident.
This result is exactly what she hoped for. Friends commented on how great she looked, but no one could pinpoint exactly why.
Confidence Beyond the Mirror
Surgery at Long Island Facelift is about more than restoring younger looking contours. It is about helping patients feel aligned with their reflection.
In this case, the changes may look subtle to an outside observer, but for her, the emotional impact was significant. She felt lighter, more open, and more confident in everyday interactions.
This transformation is an excellent example of how a well-executed facelift and neck lift can bring balance, harmony, and authenticity back to the face. And perhaps most importantly, the result looks entirely natural, never tight or surgical.
