The majority of patients experience the advantages of facelifts for a decade or longer. While no procedure can halt the natural aging process, facelifts provide enduring outcomes.

Facelift in Traverse City
The gold standard in rejuvenating your face and neck
Procedure Time:
2-5 hours
Recovery Time:
4-6 weeks
Results In:
3 months
Downtime:
3 weeks
What it Treats:
Face Lift In Northern Michigan
What Is A Facelift (Rhytidectomy)?
A surgical facelift, known as a rhytidectomy, can reverse signs of aging by eliminating excess fat, tightening underlying facial muscles, and repositioning the skin around the neck and face.
When conducted by a skilled plastic surgeon, a facelift can effectively address various aesthetic concerns such as facial creases and folds, prominent jowls, submental fat deposits, and drooping skin in the lower face and neck.
Our experienced board-certified plastic surgeon tailors each procedure to accommodate the individual anatomy and goals of the patient. Their objective is always to achieve a natural-looking outcome using advanced surgical techniques with your facelift in Traverse City.

Facelift (Rhytidectomy) Procedure
A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, effectively addresses prominent signs of aging by tightening deeper skin and muscle tissues, redistributing or removing specific fat deposits, and repositioning the skin on the face and neck. Through discreet incisions made around the ear and within the hairline, a proficient plastic surgeon gains access to lax fat, muscles, and soft tissues, enabling them to restore a more youthful facial contour. Subsequently, the overlying skin is meticulously smoothed and tightened. If necessary, an additional incision might be made beneath the chin to address signs of aging on the neck. Every effort is made to ensure that all incisions are discreetly placed. Facelift procedures typically last several hours and are conducted under anesthesia; IV sedation in our certified operating facility is preferred.
Following your facelift in Traverse City, it’s advisable to rest for approximately 10 to 14 days to facilitate proper healing. Many individuals discover they can return to their normal work or home routine after this timeframe. Physical exercise and strenuous activities can typically be resumed around four weeks post-operation.
Comprehensive pre- and post-surgical recovery instructions will be furnished to you by your surgeon and our team before your facelift procedure.



Ready to get started?
Interested in learning more about scheduling your facelift in Traverse City? Contact us today to schedule an appointment at Copper Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery by calling 231-929-7700. Our experienced team will be happy to answer any questions and provide information ahead of your consultation to ensure a personalized experience focused on achieving your goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely, numerous male patients choose to undergo a facelift procedure to address sagging skin on the face and neck, eliminate excess fat bulges around the jawline, and tighten underlying facial tissues. This helps restore a firm, youthful appearance and accentuate masculine facial features.
Our practitioners utilize cutting-edge facelift techniques to elevate and firm your facial muscles and skin. As a result, a facelift yields firmer skin with a natural appearance, avoiding the artificial “wind-tunnel” effect. This effectively diminishes lines, wrinkles, and other indications of aging, while enhancing your facial contour. Laser resurfacing at the time of surgery may be recommended to improve the skin surface.
During your consultation, your surgeon may determine that achieving your cosmetic goals may be better suited with an alternative facial rejuvenation procedure rather than requiring a full facelift. Often, aging of the face can be attributed to the loss of soft tissue volume. If so, dermal filler may be an alternative.
If you exhibit less pronounced signs of aging, primarily concentrated in specific areas of the face or neck, an alternative cosmetic facial procedure might be more appropriate. For instance, if excess skin around your upper or lower eyelids obstructs your vision or creates a fatigued appearance, an eyelid lift (blepharoplasty) may be the optimal solution.
Conversely, if the majority of your aging, sagging skin is localized to the neck area, a neck lift could be the ideal choice. Individuals predominantly concerned with heavy brow and forehead lines and wrinkles may find a brow lift to be the most suitable option.
Yes. Typically our surgeon will perform a “platysmalplaty”, or tightening of the neck muscle bands, at the time of facelift if needed for optimal outcome.
Determining the ideal age for a facelift is challenging as it varies depending on individual facial features and the onset of aging signs, which can differ greatly among people. While facelifts are commonly sought by patients in their 40s, individuals in their 30s to 60s have also experienced significant enhancements through this procedure. The most effective way to ascertain if a facelift is suitable for you at your particular age is through a comprehensive personal consultation.

Timeless Beauty, Personalized Artistry
Experience the best in plastic surgery procedures with the dedicated team at Copper Aesthetics & Plastic Surgery. Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Christopher C. Jeffries, along with our skilled staff, is committed to helping you achieve your beauty goals while providing the highest quality care in plastic or reconstructive surgery. We are proud to be Traverse City and Northern Michigan’s leading experts in this field.