As we age, the face naturally loses volume, elasticity, and definition, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, jowls, and neck laxity. Dr. Soleymani, our expert facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon, specializes in the surgical and non-surgical restoration of the youthful face. At our Los Angeles facial plastic surgery practice, we specialize in advanced surgical techniques designed to deliver natural-looking, long-lasting rejuvenation while preserving your unique facial features. Techniques such as facelifts, necklifts, browlifts, eyelid lifts and platysmaplasty help restore a youthful, refreshed appearance by tightening underlying tissues, repositioning facial structures back to more youthful and aestheically appropriate areas, and removing excess wrinkled skin.

What Is a Facelift?

A facelift (rhytidectomy) addresses visible signs of facial aging, including:

• Sagging cheeks
• Jowls and loss of jawline definition
• Deep facial folds
• Loose neck skin
• Volume loss and facial descent

Modern facelift surgery focuses on repositioning deeper facial structures, including the SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System), rather than simply tightening the skin. This approach creates more natural and durable results.

Facelift surgery is frequently combined with a neck lift, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), brow lift, or facial fat grafting for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

Facelift Options

Deep Plane Facelift

The deep plane facelift is considered one of the most advanced facial rejuvenation procedures available. By releasing and repositioning deeper facial tissues, it restores youthful contours while avoiding an over-pulled appearance.

Traditional (SMAS) Facelift

A traditional facelift addresses moderate to advanced facial aging affecting the cheeks, jawline, and neck. Excess skin is removed while underlying tissues are tightened for long-lasting improvement.

Mini or Ponytail Facelift

Ideal for younger patients with mild to moderate skin laxity, a mini facelift uses smaller incisions and offers a shorter recovery period.

Benefits of Facelift Surgery

Facelift surgery can:

• Restore a youthful facial appearance
• Improve jawline definition
• Reduce jowls and sagging skin
• Smooth deep wrinkles and folds
• Rejuvenate the neck and lower face
• Deliver long-lasting, natural-looking results

Brow Lift in Pasadena, CA

A temporal brow lift is a minimally invasive procedure that elevates the outer portion of the eyebrows and refreshes the upper face.

Using small hidden incisions behind the hairline, a temporal brow lift can:

• Elevate drooping brows
• Improve hooded upper eyelids
• Reduce forehead creases
• Create a brighter, more youthful appearance

Because it targets the outer third of the brow, a temporal brow lift often produces subtle, natural-looking rejuvenation without the "surprised" appearance associated with older brow lift techniques.

Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) in Pasadena, CA

The eyes are often the first facial feature to show signs of aging. Excess skin, puffiness, under-eye bags, and drooping eyelids can create a tired or aged appearance.

Blepharoplasty can restore a more refreshed, alert look by removing excess skin and fat around the eyes.

Upper Eyelid Surgery

Upper blepharoplasty removes excess skin and tissue from the upper eyelids, improving both appearance and, in some cases, peripheral vision.

Lower Eyelid Surgery

Lower blepharoplasty addresses under-eye bags, puffiness, and loose skin while creating a smoother transition between the eyelid and cheek.

Benefits include:

• More youthful, rested appearance
• Reduction of under-eye bags
• Improved eyelid contour
• Long-lasting facial rejuvenation

Neck Lift Surgery in Pasadena, CA

A neck lift restores youthful contours to the neck and jawline by removing excess skin, tightening underlying muscles, and reducing unwanted fat.

Neck lift surgery can address:

• Loose neck skin
• Double chin
• Platysmal banding
• Loss of jawline definition
• "Turkey neck" appearance

Often combined with facelift surgery, a neck lift creates a smoother, firmer neckline and improves overall facial harmony.

Benefits of a Neck Lift

• Sharper jawline definition
• Tighter neck contours
• Reduction of excess skin and fat
• More youthful overall appearance
• Long-lasting rejuvenation