{"id":756,"date":"2026-03-15T13:57:47","date_gmt":"2026-03-15T13:57:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thefaceclinic.surgery\/about-us\/?p=756"},"modified":"2026-03-29T15:40:22","modified_gmt":"2026-03-29T15:40:22","slug":"the-uplift","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thefaceclinic.surgery\/about-us\/lifting-contour\/the-uplift\/","title":{"rendered":"The Uplift\u2122"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-video\"><video height=\"1080\" style=\"aspect-ratio: 1920 \/ 1080;\" width=\"1920\" autoplay muted src=\"https:\/\/thefaceclinic.surgery\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Uplift-surgery.mp4\" playsinline><\/video><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Introducing the Uplift\u2122 <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine true anatomic <strong>facelifting without long visible scars<\/strong>. The Uplift\u2122 surgery was designed for deep SMAS lifting (fat, muscle & ligature layers) without long visible incisions. This is the <strong>\u201cSurgery for those not wanting \u2018Surgery'\u201d<\/strong>. <strong>Uplift\u2122 surgery\u00a0<\/strong>is for those wanting\u00a0<strong>less down time, and a more discrete surgical treatment.<\/strong>\u00a0Tiny point incisions represent the\u00a0<strong>endoscopic entry<\/strong>\u00a0for repositioning of the deeper SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) layers of the face & neck which sag with age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is also a suitable option for anyone wanting a more\u00a0<strong>refreshed and more natural looking appearance<\/strong>.\u00a0<em>1 week minimum recovery is required post-surgery to allow for healing of repositioned structures.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How It\u2019s Done<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under <strong>sedation anesthesia<\/strong>, tiny keyhole entry points are strategically placed for the lifting & tightening of the <strong>jowls, neck, midface, brows, eyes, upper face, & cheeks<\/strong>. <strong><em><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Surgical instrumentation has been specially developed for this unique procedure.<\/span><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The face is artistically contoured & restructured by repositioning falling facial fat pads, muscles, & deep supporting ligaments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long is the Procedure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Procedure time ranges from 1.5 hours for one or two anatomic repositioning lifts, to 2.5 hours when additional facial areas require lifting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Is the Uplift\u2122 Different?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are differences:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No long surgical scars<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shorter recovery times<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>This procedure is NOT a thread lift<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The procedure is considered \u2018minimally invasive\u2019.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It aims for the Natural \u2018Not Done\u2019 look.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Permanent silicone sutures are NOT used<\/strong>. The Uplift\u2122 relies on specially developed tried and true biocompatible antimicrobial surgical sutures that resorb within 2-3 years. <strong>Complication rates therefore are low<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The procedure can be<strong> repeated multiple times<\/strong> over the course of progressive facial aging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uplift can be done on <strong>all skin colors<\/strong> & skin types.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Uplift can be safely performed on patients who have undergone previous traditional surgical facelifts & non-surgical thread lifts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can Uplift\u2122 Surgery Achieve?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This surgery is meant to <strong>refresh your face<\/strong>. It can restore a youthful appearance by the true repositioning of specific anatomical areas that have fallen and descended downward, and tighten areas that have loosened with time and age. For best results, we combine Uplift\u2122 with other treatments & technologies like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/thefaceclinic.surgery\/about-us\/lifting-contour\/fat-transfer\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"66\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nano Fat Grafting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Laser skin tightening with <a href=\"https:\/\/thefaceclinic.surgery\/about-us\/lifting-contour\/laser-skin-face-tightening\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"82\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Renuvion or FaceTite<\/a> radiofrequency surgical devices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Facial slimming with <a href=\"https:\/\/thefaceclinic.surgery\/about-us\/lifting-contour\/liposuction\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"65\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Liposuction<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Uplift\u2122 Anatomical Regions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If one considers the face as anatomical regions, the Uplift\u2122 principles become clearer. Multiple areas of the face require targeting. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><em>A Low SMAS Uplift\u2122<\/em><\/strong> tightens the neck muscles and sharpens the jawline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>A Mid SMAS Uplift\u2122<\/em><\/strong> helps better define and lifts the jowls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>A Midface Cheek Uplift\u2122<\/em><\/strong> repositions descended naso-labial folds and contours the cheekbones.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>A High SMAS Uplift\u2122<\/em><\/strong> lifts the eyes, and provides even greater lift elevation for the <strong><em>Mid SMAS Uplift\u2122<\/em><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><em>A Brow Uplift\u2122<\/em><\/strong> opens the eyes, and contours the brow arches.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Facial Areas Can Uplift\u2122 Surgery Improve?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The\u00a0face has several anatomic regions that can be lifted. <strong>Areas that can be lifted & tightened\u00a0<\/strong>include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Face \u2013 lateral & midface areas<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neck & Jawline<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Brows<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cheeks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cat-eye lift<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Temple upper face definition lift<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Uplift\u2122 Cannot Do.<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Uplift\u2122 is not a Deep Plane facelift.<\/strong> There is usually no excision of excess skin with this surgery. Hence, the ideal candidate presents with mild to moderate facial sagging of the skin, and underlying structures. In cases where skin excision will be the more suitable treatment option, this will be discussed at the consultation appointment. Dr. Destang can make appropriate referrals depending on the treatment outcomes desired by the patient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Contact us<\/strong> now to learn more. <div  data-pre_filled=\"Hello! Thank you for contacting us at The Face Clinic. 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