A refined jawline and smooth neck can elevate the results of any facelift. At Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa in San Diego, award‑winning plastic surgeon Michael T. Rossi, MD, often pairs precise liposuction with advanced facelift techniques to create cleaner angles, balanced proportions, and results that look refreshed and natural. Read on to learn how thoughtful combination planning can enhance definition and support your most confident profile.
The Benefits of Combining Liposuction and a Facelift
When performed in the right candidate, targeted liposuction amplifies the lifting and redraping accomplished during a facelift.
- Definition at the jawline: Strategic removal of submental and jowl fat sharpens the mandibular border for a refined silhouette.
- Neck refinement: Reducing preplatysmal fat smooths the cervical contour and complements adjustments to deeper neck structures.
- Harmony and proportion: Balancing lower‑face fullness with midface rejuvenation prevents an unbalanced or over‑pulled appearance.
- Fewer stages: Combining procedures can reduce additional anesthesia sessions and recovery periods.
How We Approach Combination Surgery at Changes
Dr. Rossi tailors each plan to your anatomy, skin quality, and goals. For many patients, a Deep Plane Facelift is paired with micro-liposuction under the chin and along the jawline to sculpt while preserving natural transitions.
- Technique: Small, discreet access points allow a fine cannula to remove select fat while protecting skin integrity and nerve pathways.
- Precision planning: 3D computer imaging helps visualize angles and contour goals before surgery.
- Finishing touches: Some patients benefit from fat grafting to restore cheek or temple volume for a balanced, youthful result.
Is Facelift with Liposuction Right for You?
Ideal candidates share a few common features and expectations.
- Skin quality: Adequate elasticity to redrape smoothly after fat reduction.
- Localized fullness: Submental heaviness or small jowl pockets that soften jawline definition.
- Structural concerns: Early banding or laxity that will be addressed by the facelift component.
- Health and habits: Non‑smoker or willing to pause; medical conditions well controlled.
- Goals and mindset: Desire for refined, natural definition rather than a hollowed appearance.
What to Expect During Recovery
Every plan is individualized, but most patients follow a similar arc.
- Days 1–2: Rest with head elevation; gentle walking is encouraged. A light compressive garment or facial wrap may be used as advised.
- Week 1: Swelling and bruising peak, then begin to recede. Many sutures are removed by the end of the week.
- Weeks 2–3: Return to desk work and light daily activity. Makeup can camouflage residual bruising once cleared by your surgeon.
- Weeks 4–6: Gradual return to exercise; definition sharpens as swelling resolves.
- Final results: Incisions continue to mature for several months, with contours becoming smooth and polished.
Ready for Refined Definition?
If you are considering combining liposuction with a facelift, expertise matters. At Changes Plastic Surgery & Spa in San Diego, Dr. Rossi delivers elevated outcomes through customized surgical planning and highly personalized care. Schedule a private consultation to explore a plan tailored to your anatomy, your lifestyle, and your goals.
