Facelift

A facelift allows plastic surgeons to carefully and precisely address cosmetic concerns while maintaining a natural, youthful look. Your facial profile is one of the first areas to show the signs of aging. Lines, wrinkles, creases, and folds develop and detract from your appearance. At Astra Plastic Surgery, we offer facelift in Atlanta for patients looking to reduce the prominence of facial aging.

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Facelift Benefits

Facelift in Atlanta can address many of the physical transformations that change your appearance as you age. At Astra Plastic Surgery, we offer numerous facelift techniques that can have a dramatic effect on your jawline, midface, and neck.



Facelift, or rhytidectomy, is designed to restore a more youthful appearance by tightening and lifting the deep tissues of your face to enhance your facial contours. “Rhytid” means wrinkle, and “ectomy” means removal. A facelift removes excess skin and fat, while also re-draping the skin of your face and neck. Facelift surgery also tightens and repositions the underlying muscles and deep connective tissues (known as the subcutaneous muscular aponeurotic system—SMAS) and the platysma neck muscle.



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Tightens & redefines the face

Reduces appearance of jowls

Gets rid of deep creases

Appears natural

Eliminates double chin

Rewinds aging process

Results are long-lasting

Ideal Candidates For Facelift Surgery

Each facelift procedure is highly individualized. During your consultation, our Atlanta facelift surgeons will examine your skin’s elasticity, underlying muscle tone, and bone structure to determine if your goals and expectations are realistic.



After evaluating your medical history and current health, you will be encouraged to ask questions and voice any concerns you may have before Dr. Killingsworth and his plastic surgery team recommend a personal treatment plan to meet your specific needs. We will also discuss common skin care add-ons for improved skin tone and texture. Defined facial features, visible contours, and natural angles that are proportional all create structural balance in your face. With the many different types of facelift techniques available, our facial plastic surgeons will work with you so that you are comfortable with the treatment plan we have chosen for you.

Cost Of Facelift & Financing

The cost of a facelift in Atlanta is based upon the technique that is recommended by our facelift surgeons, as well as the personal cosmetic needs of the patient. After your consultation for a facelift Atlanta plastic surgeon, Dr. Killingsworth will provide you with a detailed cost of your facelift procedure. We accept cash, personal check, major credit cards, CareCredit®, and Alphaeon® Credit financing.

Facelift Procedure

Depending on the facelift method that is best suited for you, the specifics of the procedure may differ. First, you will be administered anesthesia to ensure you are comfortable throughout the procedure. Options for anesthesia include intravenous sedation and general anesthesia. Next, your facial plastic surgeon will make a small incision from which the skin can be tightened and lifted. After the skin is lifted, the incisions will be closed and the recovery process will begin.



After your facelift, the healing process is gradual and varies from patient-to-patient. You will need time to gradually see results. In some cases, a facelift can take up to 6 months to see the full results. Most patients feel they can return to work in approximately 2 weeks, but this is dependent on your healing capabilities, as some people take longer for the bruising to fade and stiffness to disappear.



Following the procedure, Dr. Killingsworth and his plastic surgery team will provide you will specific post-operative instructions. It is important that patients follow these instructions carefully to expedite the healing process and achieve maximum results.

Facelift Options

Traditional Facelift

A traditional facelift (or SMAS facelift) targets the lower face and neck. This facelift technique involves an incision in the hairline that starts above the ear, continues around the ear, and ends behind the ear. Through this incision, your facelift surgeon will extract skin from underlying fat and muscle and use sutures to lift the SMAS muscle layer toward the ears. This muscle tightening can provide longevity to your facelift results. Excess skin is also removed during a traditional facelift.

Deep Plane Facelift

The deep plane facelift is a modified version of a traditional facelift. During this method, the deeper planes of the face are targeted to lift and reposition the muscle. Your facelift surgeon will also separate certain muscle layers from deeper facial structures to better address drooping skin. The deep plane facelift can achieve substantial results, but this technique also has a higher risk of injury to facial nerves.

Subperiosteal Facelift

The subperiosteal facelift is performed at the very deepest layers of your facial structure. Named after the area directly above the facial bones, a subperiosteal facelift is more extensive than a traditional facelift or deep plane facelift.

Mid Facelift

A mid facelift can target the cheeks to reduce the prominence of nasolabial folds. During a mid facelift, your facial plastic surgeon can treat sagging skin to accentuate cheek contours. The mid facelift is often a good alternative for patients looking to address the earliest signs of aging around the cheeks, nose, and upper lip.

Mini Facelift

The mini facelift is a less invasive procedure that utilizes smaller incisions and can result in less healing time than a traditional facelift. Younger patients who have good skin elasticity may be ideal candidates for a mini facelift.

Short Scar Facelift

There are various short scar facelift techniques that can accentuate facial contours. The S-Lift is a type of mini facelift that has been modified so that the incision is in an “S” shape named after Dr. Zia Saylan (the inventor’s last name).



This incision does not extend behind the ear. The S-Lift is ideal for patients with mild looseness of the jawline. This method can result in less downtime than a traditional facelift. The MACS Lift (Minimal Access Cranial Suspension Lift) and the Quick Lift are two versions of the S-Lift. These procedures are designed to treat mild skin laxity and can result in more downtime than the S-Lift. A short scar facelift may be ideal for patients in their forties or fifties who have moderate amounts of excess skin, but do not want to undergo a more invasive type of facelift.

Temporal Facelift

The temporal facelift is designed to address the eyebrow area. During your temporal facelift, your facelift surgeon will lift sagging skin on the sides of your brows. This facelift technique is ideal for patients who have moderate drooping around the eyebrows.

Platysmaplasty

Platysmaplasty surgery (or submentoplasty) can correct neck banding by targeting the platysma muscles. These muscles begin to protrude as you age, which can lead to the appearance of neck cords that run parallel down the neck. Platysmaplasty surgery can separate skin from the underlying muscle to reduce neck branding and achieve a smoother-looking appearance.

Endoscopic Facelift

The endoscopic facelift technique uses innovative technology to help guide your surgery. During this procedure, an endoscope is used to transmit images of your facial structure from under the skin. A tiny camera is attached to a small probe and inserted beneath the skin, helping visualize the underlying facial tissues being treated.

Our Medical Team

Dr. Christopher Killingsworth

Dr. Killingsworth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery. He is a Castle Connolly Top Doctor and has been repeatedly named the "Best Cosmetic Surgeon" by the Best of Forsyth Reader's Choice Awards. Dr. Killingsworth delivers exceptional care and unparalleled results for his patients. His extensive training and expertise in plastic and reconstructive surgery allow him to recommend personalized treatment plans to best meet your needs.

Dr. Stephanie Farber

Dr. Stephanie Farber is a board-certified Atlanta plastic surgeon who specializes in facial rejuvenation, breast enhancement, body contouring, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Farber is known for her excellent technical abilities, extraordinary work ethic, and attention to detail. She has trained alongside leaders in plastic surgery and received her residency at the renowned University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Click the button below to learn more about Dr. Stephanie Farber.

Dr. Pallavi Kumbla

Dr. Pallavi Kumbla is a highly respected Georgia plastic surgeon specializing in reconstructive and cosmetic surgery procedures. Dr. Kumbla attended University of Alabama School of Medicine where she earned numerous accolades, including induction into the esteemed Gold Humanism honor society for her compassionate patient care, graduating summa cum laude, and receiving the Dean's award. She completed her five-year general surgery training at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. With her Indian-American roots, Dr. Kumbla brings a unique perspective to Astra Plastic Surgery. Committed to excellence in patient care, she dedicates herself to advancing the art and science of plastic and reconstructive surgery at Astra Plastic Surgery. Click the button below to learn more about Dr. Pallavi Kumbla.