Shaddix Plastic Surgery offers its patients from Destin exceptionally beautiful results that appear natural and boost your self-confidence. Dr. Kyle Shaddix has years of extensive training from the best institutions in the US and he offers this experience as well as his natural compassion and care for patients. At Shaddix Plastic Surgery, our aim is to offer you an unsurpassed experience and the best results to help you achieve your desired aesthetic goals, particularly in facial cosmetic surgery and facelift surgeries.
You can choose from a wide range of facial, body, and breast procedures for your specific concerns at Shaddix Plastic Surgery. We understand that it may have taken long for you to decide on a cosmetic surgery procedure and we do not wish to rush your decisions. Dr. Shaddix gives you sufficient time during the consultation to understand your specific requirements and cosmetic goals while you understand the benefits and risks of the chosen procedure. This also helps us to offer you a personalized treatment plan that will help achieve your goals. If you are not yet ready for a surgical procedure or only require minimal enhancement, we also offer you a range of non-surgical options. These treatments offer you minimal downtime and a shorter recovery so that you can return to your routine sooner. Every procedure chosen at Shaddix Plastic Surgery offers you beautiful results and the best recovery experience.
With so many people experiencing early signs of facial aging today, the facelift procedure is commonly opted for at our center. We can help you take years off your appearance with the expertise and unique surgical and artistic skills of Dr. Shaddix.
Understanding the Facelift Procedure
The facelift procedure offers a lift and tightening of the tissue in your midface region using various techniques and kinds of incisions. It is crucial to consider surgical techniques and anatomical landmarks to avoid facial nerve injury during the procedure. Another advantage of the facelift procedure is the tightening and redraping of excess facial skin, which can be combined with other cosmetic procedures, such as a brow lift or Botox, to ensure you get an overall refreshed appearance.
Who is a Good Candidate for the Facelift?
We understand that every patient ages differently, but when you start getting bothered by the aging signs, you can choose the facelift procedure. You should be in good physical and emotional health and still have a certain amount of elasticity in your skin to get desirable results from the facelift. You should also refrain from smoking to make sure that you heal well from the surgery. When you discuss your specific concerns and cosmetic goals with Dr. Shaddix, we will determine the most optimal technique for your facelift.
Types of Facelifts
There are several types of facelifts, each with its own unique benefits and characteristics. Understanding these options can help you choose the procedure that best suits your needs.
Traditional Facelift
This comprehensive procedure addresses the entire face, including excess skin on the cheeks, jawline, and neck. It is ideal for individuals with significant sagging and aging signs, providing a substantial and long-lasting rejuvenation.
Mini Facelift
A less invasive option, the mini facelift targets the lower face and neck. It is perfect for individuals with mild to moderate sagging who seek a subtle enhancement. The recovery time is typically shorter compared to a traditional facelift.
Deep Plane Facelift
This more extensive procedure targets the deeper tissues of the face, offering a more dramatic and long-lasting result. By repositioning the deeper layers, a deep plane facelift provides a natural and youthful appearance.
SMAS Facelift
The SMAS facelift focuses on the superficial musculo-aponeurotic system (SMAS) layer. This technique provides a natural-looking and long-lasting result by lifting and tightening the underlying facial structures, facial muscles, and sagging skin.
Each type of facelift has its own set of benefits, and Dr. Shaddix will help you determine which procedure is best suited for your specific concerns and desired outcomes.
What Can Be Expected During the Facelift Surgery?
The facelift procedure offered at Shaddix Plastic surgery is highly customizable, and Dr. Shaddix uses different kinds of incisions and techniques depending on your facial rejuvenation needs. This also depends on your expected results, and it helps us to choose the extensiveness of your facial rejuvenation surgery. The traditional facelift procedure gives you substantial correction together with lifting the underlying tissue and muscle. Your incision will begin at the hairline and go around your ears and into the nape of the neck, allowing Dr. Shaddix access to your facial area so that he can lift the SMAS (or superficial musculo-aponeurotic system).
If you are bothered with mild aging signs and are in your 40s, you will benefit more from the mini facelift rather than the full traditional facial plastic surgery procedure. The mini facelift targets only the lower area of your face and gives you the required subtle enhancement. The incision will also be short; it goes around your ears and allows Dr. Shaddix to improve your jawline and the cheek area. For a balanced and rejuvenated appearance, a neck lift, or cervicoplasty, is often performed simultaneously with a facelift to restore youthful contours and reduce excess fat and visibility of muscle bands in the neck area.
Your facelift surgery will be performed under general anesthesia. Dr. Shaddix manipulates the underlying fat and muscle to give you enhanced facial contours. He will then re-drape your skin over the tightened muscles and skin excision is used to remove any excessive skin.
Facelift Recovery
All patients experience a different recovery but most of our patients have returned to their normal routine within 2 to 3 weeks post facelift. You may experience some bruising, swelling, and discomfort or pain during the recovery. It is imperative that you avoid exposure to the sun. In case of pain, Dr. Shaddix prescribes medication and recommends that you avoid any strenuous activities for the first 2 weeks. You must follow all aftercare instructions to ensure proper healing. Soon, you can enjoy a rejuvenated and youthful facial appearance with results that last long and appear natural.
About Destin, FL
Destin is a city located in the Okaloosa County of Florida. It is a principal city of the Crestview – Fort Walton Beach – Destin, Florida, metropolitan area. It is located on the Emerald Coast and is known for its white beaches and emerald green waters. A small fishing village once, today Destin is a popular tourist destination with about 4.5 million visitors each year. You can charter fishing vessels from the harbor, and there are 12 beach access points in the city. The white sand on the beaches comes from the Appalachian Mountains and is made up of finely ground quartz crystal giving it the appearance of sugar. There are several events throughout the year drawing more tourists. In the month of October, anglers have been attracted to the Destin Fishing Rodeo since 1948; October also sees the weekend gathering of local artists and fresh seafood at the Destin Seafood Festival.
At Shaddix Plastic Surgery it's a very laid back, low pressure environment where my goal is to educate, and not to sell.”
Meet dr. shaddixTo find out more information about what you can expect and determine if you are a candidate for surgery, call Shaddix Plastic Surgery today. We proudly serve Pensacola, Gulf Breeze, Destin, Fort Walton, and all of Northwest Florida and the Gulf Coast. To schedule your consultation, call our office or fill out our consultation form below!
