If your facelift results have faded over time or you are disappointed with the results of a previous procedure, you may consider a revision facelift. Revision or secondary surgery refers to operative procedures that are performed to improve or, in some cases, correct surgery previously performed by another doctor.

After carefully listening to your concerns, Dr. Bassichis can tailor a surgery to address your revision needs in a safe and effective way to optimize your aesthetic results. We are aware that patients consulting Dr. Bassichis for revision surgery can be frustrated, angry, and even a little scared. Dr. Bassichis understands this and will take the time to help you achieve a successful outcome from your revision surgery. Dr. Bassichis can provide an honest analysis and opinion regarding what you can expect from your Revision surgery.

Issues that may be addressed with revision facelift surgery include a distorted or pulled look and hollow lower eyelids, scarring, and unnatural contours. An unnatural "face-lifted" result can be impressively changed to a more natural, rejuvenated appearance which more truly reflects your inner spirit. Revision surgery can also refresh a fading facelift to restore your facelift results.

Why is a revision facelift more difficult than a first-time facelift?
First, after any surgery scar formation creates a thick, tough layer that is more difficult to work with than original tissue. Second, the original locations of facial anatomy have been altered making it more challenging for the surgeon. Third, being a more complex and delicate procedure, the overall skill level required to perform a successful revision facelift is greater. Experienced in the difficulty of revision surgery, Dr. Bassichis is able to provide his patient's with an honest, realistic vision of what can be accomplished with revision facelift procedures.

I had a facelift somewhere else and I don't like my result. Can you "fix" it?
Patients who have had previous facelifts elsewhere are often referred to Dr. Bassichis for revision surgery. Although many patients want immediate adjustments to the original facelift, we recommend waiting one year before undergoing revision surgery. The final results of a facelift with healing are not complete until one full year postoperatively. Throughout the 12 month healing interval following a facelift procedure, features refine and define as the swelling resolves. These refinements are sometimes enough for a result to be acceptable to the patient, in some cases requiring minimal or no surgical intervention. With careful visual and photographic examination, Dr. Bassichis can provide support and reassurance throughout the course of the healing period and optimized results from revision surgery.

What can I do to optimize my results of revision surgery?
Revision surgery is meant to improve your present appearance. Nothing can stop the inevitable aging process, but it will 'set back the clock' and correct or refresh the prior procedure. There are several things that you can do to help extend and optimize your results, including maintaining your (healthy) weight, avoiding sun exposure, and keep your skin properly hydrated with a healthy skin care regimen as part of our Facial Health Maintenance Program^TM.

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