WHY WOULD SOMEONE GET A FACELIFT?
Many women find that as they age, they notice changes in their lower face and neck that bother them. A facelift and neck lift surgery can help. You might consider this procedure if you:
- Notice Sagging Skin Along Your Jawline creating jowls and blurring your jaw’s definition.
- Have Loose Skin Under Your Chin resulting in a “turkey neck” appearance.
- Feel Self-Conscious About Deep Lines in your lower face and neck.
- Want to Look More Refreshed and Youthful and feel more confident in your appearance.
Dr. Aycock understands the delicate balance required to achieve natural-looking rejuvenation. With her expertise in facial anatomy and a commitment to personalized care, she will work closely with you to create a tailored plan that addresses your specific concerns. Her goal is to help you achieve a refreshed and youthful appearance that enhances your natural beauty, ensuring you feel confident and comfortable throughout your rejuvenation journey.
BENEFITS OF A FACELIFT & NECK LIFT
Look Years Younger
Imagine looking in the mirror and seeing a reflection that matches how you feel inside. Picture a defined jawline and a smooth neck, erasing years from your appearance. Reclaim the youthful confidence you thought was lost.
Feel More Confident
Envision entering a room and feeling completely at ease with your appearance. No more hiding behind scarves or avoiding photos. Embrace a newfound sense of self-assurance that radiates from within.
Enhance Your Social and Professional Connections
Consider the impact of a refreshed and vibrant appearance on your interactions. Project an image of vitality and confidence that can open doors in both your personal and professional life. Feel more engaged and present in every interaction.
Achieve Long-Lasting Results
Tired of temporary fixes? Unlike lasers, threads, fillers or Botox, a facelift and neck lift provide enduring improvements. Enjoy the confidence of knowing your rejuvenated look will stand the test of time, without constant maintenance.
HOW IS A FACELIFT PERFORMED?
Dr. Aycock performs modern facelift surgery by working deep beneath the surface within the muscular foundation—known as the SMAS layer—to elevate fallen tissues rather than pulling on outer skin. This structural approach prevents the tight, “windblown” look of traditional surgery, allowing skin to drape naturally over a re-sculpted jawline and neck without tension. Read Dr. Aycock’s detailed surgical breakdown in our Deep Plane Facelift technique guide →
During the procedure, extreme anatomical precision guides every step to protect nerve pathways and ensure invisible, well-concealed scars. Incisions are contoured seamlessly along the natural borders of the ear and hairline, while deep tethering ligaments are released to elevate heavy midface fat pads and jowls along a vertical vector. To maximize safety, structural balance, and longevity, Dr. Aycock has mastered advanced surgical techniques focused on deep facial anatomy and ligament release.
To ensure a rapid and comfortable recovery, Dr. Aycock utilizes advanced intra-operative nuances to eliminate uncomfortable surgical drains while significantly reducing post-operative swelling and bruising within the first 48 hours. By combining deep structural restoration with selective micro-fat grafting to replenish lost volume in the temples and cheeks, the underlying muscular framework is repositioned so your results endure naturally for a decade or more.
Candidates for
FACELIFT
If sagging jowls, excess skin in the neck, or deep wrinkles and lines are impacting your confidence, a facelift may help you gain a more youthful and refreshed look. Dr. Aycock will assess your individual circumstances, including skin quality and lifestyle.
FACELIFT & NECK LIFT RESULTS
“Each person has a different ideal and their own individual anatomy. I listen to you and your body to find options for beautiful and natural results.”
– Joyce Aycock, MD
How do I choose a qualified facelift surgeon in Denver?
Facial surgery is as much an art form as it is a medical discipline. While some facial surgeons specialize strictly in the face, Dr. Aycock’s extensive background across plastic and reconstructive surgery gives her a comprehensive understanding of total body harmony, structural balance, and delicate tissue handling. She views facial rejuvenation not as tightening skin, but as artfully repositioning underlying structures to restore your natural youthful contours.
To deliver the most advanced techniques available, Dr. Aycock completed specialized study at the Mendelson Advanced Facial Anatomy Course (MAFAC) in Melbourne, Australia. Founded by world-leading facial anatomist Dr. Bryan Mendelson, MAFAC is an intensive, internationally acclaimed training program focused exclusively on the deep anatomy of the face, facial retaining ligaments, and safe structural release.
Whether addressing jowling, deep nasolabial folds, or loss of neck definition, Dr. Aycock’s surgical approach is always customized, conservative, and artfully executed.
Say Goodbye To Your Double Chin With A Facelift
Many people associate a double chin with excess fat, but it’s often a combination of factors, including loose skin and weakened muscles, that contribute to its appearance. A traditional facelift, combined with a neck lift, can effectively address a double chin by:
- Tightening Loose Neck Skin: A neck lift, performed alongside a facelift, removes excess skin and tightens the underlying muscles, creating a smoother and more defined neck contour.
- Redefining the Jawline: By lifting and repositioning sagging tissues, a facelift helps to restore a more youthful and defined jawline, reducing the appearance of a double chin.
- Addressing Underlying Muscle Laxity: In some cases, weakened neck muscles contribute to a double chin. A neck lift can tighten these muscles, providing a more supported and youthful neck appearance.
It’s important to understand that if the double chin is primarily due to excess fat, liposuction may be recommended in conjunction with or instead of a facelift. Dr. Aycock will assess your individual anatomy and discuss the most appropriate treatment plan during your consultation.
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FAQ ABOUT FACELIFT & NECK LIFT
Will I Look Pulled Or Unnatural After A Facelift?
No. An unnatural, “windblown” look occurs when a surgeon relies on pulling the outer skin tight rather than elevating the underlying muscular layer. The goal of a well-performed facelift is to enhance, not alter, your natural appearance. Dr. Aycock utilizes advanced Deep Plane and SMAS techniques to release deep facial ligaments and lift the underlying structural framework. By focusing on subtle adjustments and meticulous technique, Dr. Aycock avoids the ‘overdone’ or ‘windswept’ look that can sometimes occur with less skilled surgeons. She prioritizes a harmonious balance, addressing sagging skin and restoring volume in a way that appears both natural and rejuvenated. During your consultation, she will discuss your specific goals and create a personalized plan to ensure your facelift results complement your individual beauty.
What Is The Difference Between A Surgical Facelift And Non-Surgical "Liquid Facelifts" Or Threads?
Surgical facelifts physically reposition sagging facial muscles, fat pads, and excess skin for permanent structural restoration lasting 10+ years. Non-surgical options—like dermal fillers (“liquid facelifts”), thread lifts, or radiofrequency skin tightening—only camouflage aging at the surface level and yield temporary results lasting 6 to 24 months.
Key Differences to Consider:
Mechanism: Non-surgical treatments add temporary volume or mild surface tightening. A surgical facelift restructures the underlying SMAS/deep-plane layer and removes stretched skin.
Longevity: Fillers dissolve within 1 to 2 years, thread lifts last 12 to 18 months, whereas a deep plane facelift resets your facial clock by a decade or more.
Best Candidate: Non-surgical options work best for younger patients with mild volume loss and early elastic changes. Surgery is necessary when there is noticeable skin laxity, jowling, or sagging in the lower face and neck.
Value: Over time, maintaining frequent filler or thread appointments often exceeds the one-time investment of a permanent surgical facelift.
What Is The Best Age To Get A Facelift?
There is no single “best age” for a facelift, though most patients undergo the procedure between ages 45 and 65. Rather than chronological age, candidacy depends on individual skin elasticity, bone structure, and the presence of lower face sagging or jowling.
In Your 40s & Early 50s: Undergoing facial rejuvenation early on allows us to reset facial and neck volume changes preventing worsening signs of aging without a dramatic shift. It is unlikely your friends and family will know you have had a facelift.
In Your 50s, 60s & Beyond: Deep Plane techniques restore significant structural tissue descent, smooth deep nasolabial folds, and re-establish a youthful neck contour. You will likely benefit from eyelid and brow surgery as well as skin treatments to get the optimal results of full face rejuvenation.
Learn more about evaluating your timing in our guide to the ideal age for a facelift →
Where Are The Scars Located After A Facelift?
Facelift incisions are expertly placed within natural anatomical folds and hair-bearing areas to render scars virtually invisible once healed. Incisions contour tightly around the ear’s natural borders (pre- and post-auricular) and blend into the hairline behind the ear.
Dr. Aycock utilizes advanced incision techniques—including 45-degree beveling along the hairline so hair grows directly through the healed scar—and places zero tension on the skin closure. If central neck restoration is performed, a small, discrete incision is hidden within the natural crease beneath the chin.
How Much Does A Facelift & Neck Lift Cost in Denver?
A lower facelift and neck lift in Denver typically ranges from $25,000 to $36,000, depending on the complexity of the procedure, the extent of your unique needs, and whether it is performed under local anesthesia in-office or general anesthesia.
Breakdown of Investment:
In-Office Lower Facelift: Starts at $25,000 (performed comfortably under local anesthesia in Dr. Aycock’s office).
Full Facial Rejuvenation: Starts around $36,000 (combines Deep Plane Facelift, Neck Lift, and Brow/Eyelid Rejuvenation under general anesthesia).
Included Fees: All formal quotes provided during your private consultation include surgeon fees, facility charges, anesthesia, and routine post-operative care.
How Long Do The Results Of A Deep Plane Facelift Last?
A deep plane facelift and neck lift typically lasts 10 years or more. While surgery cannot stop the natural aging process, it resets your facial framework to a significantly younger baseline.
Factors that preserve longevity:
Structural Deep Plane Lifting: Repositioning muscle and fat pads (rather than just skin) ensures your results hold up far longer than mini-lifts or thread lifts.
Volume Restoration: Pairing your facelift with micro-fat grafting restores lost structural volume in the midface for enduring youthful contours.
Skin Care & Sun Protection: Maintaining healthy skin habits and sun protection in Colorado’s high altitude helps sustain your results over time.
Will I Have To Sleep Sitting Up During Facelift Recovery?
Yes, you should sleep with your head elevated at a 30- to 45-degree angle for the first 1 to 2 weeks following facelift surgery. Elevating your head uses gravity to significantly reduce post-operative swelling, minimize bruising, and speed up your overall healing timeline.
Using a wedge pillow or sleeping in a comfortable recliner works best during early recovery. Additionally, Dr. Aycock utilizes a specialized drainless hemostatic net during surgery, which controls internal swelling in the critical first 48 hours without the need for uncomfortable surgical drains.
Watch Dr. Aycock’s post-operative recovery videos for step-by-step healing and sleeping tips →
What Is The Difference Between A Deep Plane And SMAS Facelift?
The primary difference lies in surgical depth and how underlying tissues are elevated. A traditional SMAS facelift tightens or trims the top layer of the muscular framework, while a Deep Plane Facelift releases deeper tethering ligaments beneath the SMAS to lift muscles and fallen midface fat pads together as a unified unit.
SMAS Lift: Focuses on pulling and securing the muscular layer. Excellent for moderate lower face laxity.
Deep Plane Lift: Releases natural facial ligaments to reposition deep structures vertically without tension on the skin, delivering the most natural, decade-long results available in modern surgery.
Read Dr. Aycock’s comprehensive clinical breakdown of Deep Plane vs. SMAS techniques →
Clinical Perspective
Inside the Operating Room: The Art & Science of Precision
Designed for discerning patients who want to understand the why and how behind their procedures, this series steps inside the operating room to explore advanced anatomical precision, textbook decision-making, and specialized techniques that create natural, long-lasting results. Learn how Dr. Aycock approaches structural restoration, safety protocols, and personalized surgical planning.
Explore "The Surgeon's Eye: Inside the Operating Room" →CONTACT DR. JOYCE AYCOCK FOR A FACELIFT IN DENVER
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Schedule a consultation to visit our Denver, Colorado office, located in east Denver at the Rose Medical Center. You can also give us a call (720) 634-7400 to discuss your options, goals, and expectations and determine whether this procedure is right for you. Empower yourself to embrace your body and improve your quality of life with personalized care and tailored solutions.
