All About Common Facial Cosmetic Procedures

Facial Plastic Surgery

Commonly performed by Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeons, Facial Plastic Surgery aims to correct and improve facial abnormalities, such as congenital, acquired, tumour, or involutional conditions, that necessitate repair or replacement of corporal form and function. Here are two types of facial plastic surgery.

• Reconstructive or restorative surgery, which includes microsurgery, aims to conceal and rebuild the damaging consequences of an accident or trauma, deformities, congenital malformations, or tumour malignancy excision of the face. Reconstructive or restorative surgery employs a variety of procedures, including osteosynthesis, tissue transfer from healthy to affected areas via autologous transplants or flaps, and so on.

• Aesthetic or cosmetic surgery is performed on healthy people to modify portions of their bodies that are inferior to them. However, there are frequent medical reasons, such as blepharoplasty in severe cases of dermatochalasis, which impairs vision, or rhinoplasty to enhance respiratory function.

Surgical Cosmetic Procedures for Facial Plastic Procedures

Some of the surgical cosmetic procedures performed by experienced cosmetic and plastic surgeons in Bangalore include the following:

Brow Lift

A brow lift or forehead lift is surgery that elevates the brow and changes the parts of the face that are generally the first to exhibit symptoms of age, such as the

• Browline

• Forehead

• Upper eyelids

Chin Implants

A weak or undeveloped chin can disrupt face equilibrium. Chin augmentation can have a significant impact on face balance. A chin implant is frequently a good addition to rhinoplasty, neck lift, or facelift surgery.

Depending on the kind of implant, chin implant surgery will take between 30 minutes and an hour. It may take longer if you are undergoing further facial cosmetic surgery operations. Chin implant surgery has a very high satisfaction rate since the scars are small and completely unnoticeable.

Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)

Signs of ageing often manifest first around the eyes, causing a tired or heavy appearance. Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, involves cosmetic procedures on both upper and lower eyelids. These procedures can significantly rejuvenate one's appearance.

Upper Eyelid Surgery

• Corrects drooping or hooded eyelids.

• Refreshes and brightens the eye area.

Lower Eyelid Surgery

• Addresses excess fat and tissue beneath the eyes.

• Smoothes the transition from the lower eyelids to the midface.

• Restores a youthful look

Eyelid surgery is typically outpatient, lasting one to two hours under local anaesthesia or intravenous sedation. Expert plastic surgeons in Bangalore at Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Bangalore, can hide all incisions within natural eyelid creases or behind the eyelid itself. 

Facelift (Rhytidectomy)

A facelift reduces visible signs of ageing by removing excess skin and sagging tissue in the face, jowls, and neck.

Benefits include:

• Re-draping facial skin

• Smoothing the jawline and jowls

• Restoring a youthful neck contour

There are combined facelift procedures with:

• Brow or forehead lifts

• Chin implants

• Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)

• Neck liposuction

During a facelift, surgeons create small incisions around the ears and hairline to maintain natural aesthetics and achieve lasting results. Younger patients are increasingly choosing mini-lifts, which are less extensive than full facelifts but still effective. The duration of a facelift varies depending on complexity, often requiring general anaesthesia or intravenous sedation. Patients typically go home the same day or may have to stay overnight for more extensive procedures.

Facial Reconstructive Surgery

Facial reconstructive surgery addresses diverse patient needs, including:

• Injury-induced facial deformities

• Skin cancer

• Post-traumatic scarring

• Corrective procedures for botched rhinoplasty

These surgeries improve the appearance and boost self-confidence, tailored to each patient's unique needs after thorough assessment.

Rhinoplasty (Cosmetic Nasal Surgery)

Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to correct deformities or enhance appearance:

• Removing humps

• Refining nasal tips

• Narrowing or reducing overall size

• Straightening crooked noses

The goal is a balanced nose that complements facial features naturally. Collaboration with your plastic surgeon ensures realistic expectations and a personalised treatment plan.

Rhinoplasty duration ranges from two to three hours under general anaesthesia, with most patients discharged on the same day.

Revision Rhinoplasty

Revision rhinoplasty corrects unsatisfactory outcomes from prior nasal surgeries, addressing cosmetic or functional issues:

• Detailed review of medical history

• Individual concerns assessment

• Methodical planning for optimal results

While achieving "perfection" may not be possible, significant improvements are attainable.

Scar Revision

While complete scar removal may not be feasible, scar revision techniques can minimise visibility and blend scars with normal facial features:

• Consideration of skin type and scar characteristics.

• Multiple procedures, if needed, to achieve desired results.

Scar revision is outpatient, using local anaesthesia or intravenous sedation based on scar extent.

Septoplasty (Nasal Breathing Enhancement)

Septoplasty corrects a deviated nasal septum, improving airflow through the nose:

• Outpatient procedure lasting 45 minutes to an hour.

• Minimal discomfort and rapid recovery, typically five to seven days.

Revision septoplasty may be necessary for patients unsatisfied with previous surgeries.

Consult our plastic and cosmetic surgery hospital in Millers Road Bangalore if you require cosmetic surgery facial procedures and other services.

Non-Surgical Cosmetic Procedures

Some of the nonsurgical cosmetic procedures are:

Botox

Botox treatments smooth moderate to severe facial wrinkles and frown lines:

• In-office procedure lasting 15 to 20 minutes

• Minimal discomfort with results lasting three to four months

Chemical Peels

Chemical peels improve skin texture and appearance by removing damaged outer skin layers:

• Superficial to medium-depth peels are available.

• Recovery ranges from several days to a week, depending on peel depth.

Fat Transfer

Fat transfer restores facial volume loss, providing a rejuvenated appearance:

• Harvesting and purification of fat cells from donor areas

• Injection into facial areas needing volume enhancement

Results are natural-looking and long-lasting, often requiring multiple sessions for optimal outcomes.

Injectable Fillers (Wrinkle Fillers)

Injectable fillers enhance facial volume and reduce wrinkles:

• Various options are available, each suitable for different facial areas.

• Quick, minimally painful injections with immediate, natural-looking results.

Results typically last from four to 18 months or longer.

Conclusion

Understanding the facial cosmetic surgery choices allows you to make educated decisions regarding procedures that will help you feel and look your best. When you meet with our board-certified doctors, always express your goals and expectations so that you can understand all of your alternatives and the advantages that come with them.