What happens after the deeper tissues have been released during a facelift? In this episode of Inside the Facelift, Dr. Jon Mendelsohn of Advanced Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center in Cincinnati walks through the next steps: repositioning and supporting the SMAS, redraping the skin, and closing around the ear.
Supporting the SMAS
Using enlarged anatomy visuals, Dr. Mendelsohn explains how he considers different lifting directions in the cheek and neck. He then demonstrates his approach to supporting the repositioned SMAS with interrupted absorbable sutures.
Quill sutures and the thread-lift distinction
Dr. Mendelsohn describes the additional Quill suture he uses in the SMAS layer. He also shares his experience with earlier thread-lift techniques and explains the distinction between those treatments and the deeper support illustrated in this episode.
Skin redraping and details around the ear
The walkthrough continues with skin redraping and the details Dr. Mendelsohn considers around the tragus and earlobe. He discusses skin thickness, tension, incision placement, and the appearance he aims to preserve when closing these areas.
Explore the Inside series
For another anatomy walkthrough, watch Inside the Eyelid.
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This episode presents Dr. Mendelsohn’s educational explanation of his approach using illustrative anatomy visuals. It does not replace an individual consultation or promise a particular result.
