4D Facelift

A 4D facelift ranges in price depending on anatomy and any concurrent procedures, such as blepharoplasty, that might be done at the same time. The 4D Facelift cost can be found on our pricing page.

A 4D Facelift addresses all three main parts of facial aging, including ptosis (facial drooping), loss of volume, and loss of elasticity and thickness of the skin. A regular facelift addresses only the facial ptosis, while a 4D Facelift includes a traditional facelift, but also includes volume replenishment and a resurfacing procedure. A basic resurfacing procedure is a TCA chemical peel. More in-depth resurfacing procedures include CO2 or Erbium laser resurfacing.

When we age, we lose collagen and elastin not only in our skin, but in the suspensory ligaments of the face. This leads to ptosis or falling of the facial tissues. This is most noticeable along the jawline and in the neck. At the same time, we lose soft tissue and bone volume, which is most noticeable in the temples and in the under-eye region. Finally, the skin itself thins and loses its elasticity, thickness, and bounce-back. A 4D Facelift addresses all three of these issues.

The best age for a 4D Facelift candidate is dependent on the anatomy of the patient and the severity of aging effects on the skin.

Most patients are able to return to work in 12 to 14 days after a 4D Facelift procedure.

Every 4D Facelift is customized. The 4D lift by Athre is merely a name to start the conversation that full facial rejuvenation is not one size fits all. First, additional procedures can be added such as a blepharoplasty, or a brow lift if necessary.

Second, each of the procedures in the above categories can be modified. For example, if a patient only needs a RT Mini Facelift, that specific patient’s 4D Facelift will be done with an RT Lift for the lifting component. Similarly, the resurfacing portion of the surgical procedure is also customizable based on patient’s anatomy, patient’s needs, and the amount of facial aging.