Facelift Washington DC

Also Serving Mclean, Alexandria, Loudoun County and Arlington

In short, yes! A facelift is a permanent solution that, when done properly, will pay for itself over time. When compared with years of temporary fillers and other non-surgical treatment, a facelift not only is less expensive in the long run, but it also gives more natural, permanent results. For instance, if you spend $2,500 per year on injectables and skincare, then in about 5-6 years you’ll have spent the equivalent dollar amount for a facelift. Not only that, you’ll get the most rejuvenated result immediately after a facelift, as compared with partial and temporary results with other treatments. Finally, 5-6 years after a facelift will still look refreshed as compared with looking unchanged or even older after repeated filler injections.

Patients enjoy many advantages of combining procedures beyond enhanced results: (1) one recovery period, (2) significant cost savings as compared with separate surgeries, and (3) “balanced” results with aging process in sync for all areas of the face.
With regard to cost savings, oftentimes patients can save many thousands of dollars. The reason is because you’ll be eligible for multi-procedure concessions (discounts) upwards of 5%, 10%, 15% or even higher. The tier of concession depends on how many procedures are selected. Also, a “base” operating room fee (i.e. for renting the OR and staff time, and for anesthesia), about $1,500 is charged for each surgery. So one surgery as compared with two results in an immediate $1,500 savings.

If you have good skin elasticity and you’re concerned with slight looseness and thinning of your facial skin, Thermage FLX is the only science-proven skin tightening device available. It is a “smart” version because Thermage FLX can adjust energy delivery to tissues just enough to cause skin tightening but not too far to risk a burn. This fine tuning cannot be achieved with all other technologies which deliver heat without sensing tissue temperature. Using other devices, providers usually err on the side of under-treating which results in no effect, because overtreating can result in a burn. Therefore Thermage FLX is the only skin tightening device that delivers reliable results. This in combination with dermal fillers or facial fat grafting can be very effective to volumize deflated tissues such as the cheeks, temples, lips and jawline. Dr. Rad customizes each patient’s plan to optimize results while minimizing downtime, bruising and swelling.

In short, no but there is an important role for non-surgical skin rejuvenation. Think of a facelift as a “reset” of your facial anatomy to where it was 5, 10 or 15 years ago, without overfilling to compensate. Facelift smooths creases and deep lines naturally by lifting sagging tissues, rather than by filling them which can easily create an unnatural “blowfish” appearance. Threads to hike up sagging skin are attractive in concept but threads don’t address the deeper foundation of facial tissues to give a long term result. Furthermore, unsightly bunching of skin is common and odd looking. The only beneficial non-surgical skin tightening treatments are Thermage FLX and laser resurfacing which improve skin texture, tone and fine lines around the mouth and lips, crow’s feet and pores which facelift cannot do.

With meticulous technique scars are well hidden in the natural shadows around the ear, and with ear therapy can virtually fade away over time. Also keep in mind that people with whom you interact will not be on the lookout for scars. All in all, scars are a small downside to beautiful rejuvenation.

Facelift recovery is ranges from 1 to 4 weeks, with an average of 2 weeks, depending on the extent of surgery. Recovery relates to swelling which is most significant in the first few days, but rapidly decreases thereafter. You can expect to return to work confidently in about 3 weeks, unless you require absolute discretion and assurance that all conspicuous evidence of surgery has disappeared, in which case an additional week may be needed. After facelift in DC Dr. Rad’s patients often seek the “just back from holiday” rested and refresh appearance, and so Dr. Rad’s techniques are focused on rapid recovery.

Swelling and bruising are common and significant in the first few days to a week. You may not recognize yourself during this time, but rest assured that in Dr. Rad’s hands your result will emerge beautifully with time and meticulous post-surgery care. You’ll see Dr. Rad on day 1 or 2 post-surgery, and then again at 1 week for suture removal. Intensive scar therapy with anti-inflammatory skincare begins when sutures are removed. At two weeks or later, patients seeking rapid fading of visible scars often opt for laser scar therapy with Dr. Sherber. Beyond a month, patients transition to Dr. Sherber’s care for ongoing maintenance of their results with

With the right technique Dr. Rad’s patients often enjoy their results up to 12-20 years, depending on genetics, sun exposure and skin care, before considering a revision.

In general a targeted mini-facelift can last 3-5 years whereas a SMAS facelift or deep plane facelift can last up to 15 years or even longer. Keep in mind the longevity of your results are determined by both uncontrollable factors (genetics), and controllable factors which include: avoiding smoking, avoiding sun exposure, religious use of an anti-aging skincare regimen under Dr. Sherber’s direction, and maintenance therapy such as laser resurfacing and Thermage FLX. Under Drs. Sherber and Rad’s care your results can sometimes last a lifetime!

Dr. Rad’s Washington DC and northern Virginia facelift patients want to look refreshed, rested and vibrant and, above all, natural. The Miami or LA aesthetic may be unfitting for the sophistication and nuance Dr. Rad’s Washington facelift patients expect. And to achieve the best facelift results small improvements in multiple areas, rather than major overhauls, can give the appearance of “just back from holiday” while still looking natural. After all, facial cosmetic surgery is not a “one size fits all” endeavor, and following in depth consultation with his patients Dr. Rad meticulously crafts the approach to meet their unique needs.

Dr. Rad is the complete plastic surgeon: not only does his board certification, education and training at the world’s top institutions speak for themselves, but also his surgical skill and aesthetic vision are unmatched. Patients all over the world seeking top facelift surgery expertise see the artistry in Dr. Rad’s work, particularly when comparing his before/after with those of other plastic surgeons. Expertise is developed over time: with well over a decade and thousands of facial aesthetic surgeries in experience, Dr. Rad built his reputation as the top plastic surgeon in DC and northern Virginia by focusing on each individual patient and his surgical approach for facelift procedures is nuanced and targeted to create subtle improvements in multiple areas that result in youthful, refreshed and natural results overall. Furthermore, Dr. Rad is an authority in facial aesthetic surgery: as Director of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery at Johns Hopkins from 2009-2013, he trained junior plastic surgeons in aesthetic surgeon and he has lectured to surgeons around the world in scarless, minimally-invasive facial surgery techniques. Across all doctor review websites, you’ll find that Dr. Rad’s patients are thrilled with their results. Dr. Rad was ranked by threebestrated.com, an independent group that is non-paid, a top 3 plastic surgeon in Washington DC. Finally, in addition to exceptional artistry and expertise Dr. Rad is also known for his kind and caring “bedside manner.” Patients uniformly find comfort knowing that Dr. Rad is the “full package” in a plastic surgeon.

Dr. Rad considers patient safety to be the highest priority. As such, DC and northern Virginia facelift patients should not have debilitating heart, lung or kidney disease, and usually don’t need extensive pre-surgical work-up. While risks of facelift surgery are low, Dr. Rad takes all precautions for safe anesthesia and surgery. If anesthesia is not an option then a mini-facelift often can be performed comfortably with local (topical and injected) numbing medicine. However, when anesthesia is needed Dr. Rad performs surgery solely in the best hospital systems in DC and northern Virginia: Sibley Memorial, George Washington, and Inova Fairfax Hospitals. By comparison, in-office surgery rooms, while less costly, are not as safe as hospital based facilities which are staffed by board certified anesthesiologists and experienced nursing staff.

Yes! There are many factors to consider when seeking a plastic surgeon for facelift. Here are several of the most important ones to keep in mind: 1. Ensure your surgeon is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. When it comes to cosmetic surgical experience, board certification in any other specialty or field is largely irrelevant. Therefore, be wary of claims of “double board certified” or “triple board certified” as these additional certifications rarely contribute to a surgeon’s experience. 2. Consider his/her education, training and professional background. Are they world class and known for excellence? Not all institutions are created equal. 3. Ensure your surgeon stays current with modern techniques: an indication of this is academic affiliations such as professorships or directorships. 4. Understand your surgeon’s philosophy and his/her aesthetic: each surgeon has a different approach and vision, and they should align with yours. Facelift surgery is a niche requiring exceptional technical ability, experience and nuance to achieve natural and long-lasting results.

In short, choose the most qualified plastic surgeon. It is a fact, proven by scientific research, that the single most important factor in achieving superior results is the surgeon performing the work. Therefore, when selecting a surgeon, you should consider the quality of the surgeon’s education (not all schools and institutions are created equal), the number of years of surgical experience after training (a surgeon fresh out of training has relatively little experience), the number of facial cosmetic procedures the surgeon has performed (surgeons improve with time and experience), the surgeon’s record of teaching other surgeons (demonstrates leadership and mastery), certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS) (certified members have met high standards of patient care), and the surgeon’s ability and “talent” as demonstrated by before/after photos. Dr. Rad fits all these criteria and is known for his technical ability and artistry.

All patients must undergo “medical clearance” by their primary doctors and possibly from specialists. Additional medical tests and blood work may be needed and we will guide you.