If you want to refresh your appearance but feel unsure which type of facelift best suits your goals, you are not alone. Many people compare a mid-facelift and a traditional facelift and feel confused at first. Both procedures lift and rejuvenate the face, but they focus on different areas and create different results.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Christopher Brooks, MD, and his team at Brooks Plastic Surgery in Hollywood, Florida, are committed to providing personalized care for every patient. Once you understand how each option works, you can choose the one that best matches your needs and comfort level.
A mid-facelift targets the center of your face and lifts the tissues that support your cheeks. Dr. Brooks elevates the cheeks, reduces the folds around the nose and mouth, and restores a fuller midface contour.
The approach brightens your expression and softens the tired look that often appears with age. You may choose this option when you want a natural lift without major changes to your facial structure.
People often notice early sagging in the cheeks before they see changes along the jawline. When you see this shift, a mid-facelift can give you the improvement you want.
A mid-facelift uses smaller incisions near the hairline or inside the mouth, and Dr. Brooks works through these openings to adjust the deeper tissues. The technique focuses on the midface alone and leaves the jawline and neck unchanged. Many patients choose it because the recovery feels shorter and the enhancement looks subtle yet meaningful.
A traditional facelift addresses a larger portion of the face and tackles more advanced signs of aging. Dr. Brooks lifts the lower face, tightens the jawline, and smooths the neck. The procedure reduces jowls, softens deeper wrinkles, and restores a sharper profile.
If you feel frustrated by sagging skin or a softening jawline, a traditional facelift can deliver a strong, noticeable improvement.
During a traditional facelift, Dr. Brooks elevates the deeper facial layers, creating a foundation that supports long-lasting results. He removes loose skin, reshapes the lower face, and refines the neck. Many people choose this option because it transforms multiple areas at once and creates a rejuvenation that stands the test of time.
A traditional facelift requires more healing time because the procedure covers a broader area. Patients still choose it because the results look natural and remain stable for many years. If you want a dramatic change that restores firmness to the lower face and neck, this approach often aligns with your goals.
You can start by identifying the features that bother you the most. If you focus on sagging cheeks or hollow areas in the middle of your face, the mid-facelift offers the right level of lift. It enhances your natural shape and keeps the changes subtle. Many people choose it when they want a refreshed look without a major transformation.
If you want a stronger definition along your jawline or a smoother neck, the traditional facelift is more effective. It corrects deeper aging and creates a more sculpted appearance. You may choose it when you want long-term improvement and a dramatic change that still looks natural.
Both a mid-facelift and a traditional facelift rejuvenate the face, but they serve different needs. A mid-facelift lifts the cheeks and refreshes the center of the face. A traditional facelift reshapes the lower face and neck, delivering a more dramatic transformation.
When you understand these differences, you can choose the option that matches your goals with confidence. Contact our office or schedule a consultation online for a personalized appointment.
