Facelift Newport Beach, CA | Lavinia K Chong MD Plastic Surgeon

Understanding Facial Rejuvenation in Newport Beach

Social interactions are often based on first impressions, and our faces serve as our personal "business cards". When the mirror's reflection doesn't match our internal self-perception, individuals may explore facial rejuvenation options. Aging, genetics, weight fluctuations, and medical history can significantly impact facial appearance.

Advanced Facelift Techniques

Dr. Lavinia K. Chong, a second-generation female plastic surgeon in Newport Beach, brings extensive expertise to facial rejuvenation procedures. Her comprehensive approach includes:

• Restoration of cheek fullness through subcutaneous tissue repositioning
• Surgical refinement of lower facial contours
• Neck muscle and skin redraping
• Advanced skin texture improvement techniques

Personalized Treatment Philosophy

Each facelift procedure is meticulously customized to address individual patient goals and medical considerations. Dr. Chong focuses on restoring a natural, youthful appearance that reflects the patient's authentic self.

Facelift Procedure Specifics

The facelift technique involves strategic incisions that typically begin below the sideburns, travel around the ear, and terminate in the scalp. This approach allows comprehensive facial and neck rejuvenation while minimizing visible scarring.

Recovery and Expectations

Most patients can comfortably reintegrate into social activities within 10-14 days following the procedure. Specific recovery experiences vary based on individual healing processes and procedural complexity.

Male Facelift Considerations

Male facelift procedures require specialized techniques due to thicker facial tissues and unique aesthetic goals. Dr. Chong's approach emphasizes maintaining a natural, energetic appearance while addressing individual rejuvenation objectives.

Complementary Procedures

Facelift surgery can be effectively combined with additional treatments such as:

• Fat grafting
• Micro-needling
• Skin texture enhancement
• Structural fat grafting

Surgical Environment

Dr. Chong's private surgical suite in Newport Beach is fully accredited by AAAASF, ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and surgical excellence.