SynergyLift™: a facelift + TCA peel for an enhanced effect, inside and out
The SynergyLift™ is the product of a six-year study Dr. Jacobs conducted in his continuing effort to achieve the best possible facelift results for his patients.
Forty years ago, plastic surgeons knew that facelifts improved the structure of the aging face-loose jowls, cheeks, and necks-but the damaged skin remained unchanged. They also knew that chemical peels (lasers didn’t appear until the late 1980s) could improve just that aspect of damaged skin, but not the architecture. Early efforts at combining the two treatments (facelifts and peels) had some disastrous results with the facial skin dying. So for almost 40 years, the topic of combined treatments remained silent-until now.
Dr. Jacobs decided to slowly and carefully use low strengths of TCA chemical peels (starting at 10 percent and going up to 30 percent) to facial skin combined with facelifts. Over the last five years, he has performed more than 160 cases with 20 to 25 percent TCA chemical peels concurrent with facelifts and has found no additional untoward effects compared to facelifts alone (85 patients) or TCA peels done alone (77 patients) and studied over the same five-year period.
Not only did the simultaneous treatment show no ill effects, it produced results that were superior to the two procedures done separately, say six to 12 months apart, as is done most commonly (if done at all). A “synergistic” phenomenon takes place: 1 + 1 = 5, or facelift + TCA = much more improvement than facelift alone or TCA alone or when they are done on the same patient but separated by six months or a greater span. We believe the synergistic effects may be due to improved blood supply or some form of “cross-talk” from skin cells to muscle/fascial cells. The results are astonishing, so the SynergyLift™ is recommended to more than two-thirds of the patients who come to see Dr. Jacobs for facial rejuvenation.
A SynergyLift™ is a safe and very effective treatment. We believe it to be superior to conventional facelifts. The SynergyLift™ has proven itself in more than 160 cases studied for more than five years, resulting in tightening of the jowls, cheeks, and neck, while erasing the ravages of sun damage on the skin.
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Facelift Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Stanley Jacobs' approach to the facelift in the San Francisco Bay Area is designed specifically to avoid this result. An unnatural, artificial look may result from a surgery by a doctor who fails to treat the face as it should be treated: as something existing in three dimensions. The skin and tissues are all interconnected, so Dr. Jacobs takes extra care to ensure that each of a patient's features works with the others to create an overall balanced and natural look. He follows curves and natural lines instead of applying a generic formula, giving his results an organic and long-lasting look.
Scars are especially susceptible to sunlight, which can make them darken as they heal, causing them to be more noticeable in the long run. One of the best things you can do during your post-facelift recuperation period is avoid sunlight—with a focus on keeping your incisions and sutures away from UV radiation. Wear adequate protection for times you need to venture outside. Talk to Dr. Jacobs to learn how to safely use sunscreen and coverings for these instances. You should also refrain from smoking, as the effects can also serve to inhibit your body's best healing efforts.
Because every patient is different, there is no easy way to answer this question. The cost of a facelift will depend on the scope of the surgery, which can range from a mini facelift to a more involved Serial VectorLift™. Dr. Jacobs can discuss cost with you at your consultation, after getting a chance to assess your current facial anatomy and hearing what it is you would like him to accomplish.
In the same way that anyone with a set of paints and some training could make a painting, maybe, but that doesn't mean that everyone's results are of the same quality. Dr. Stanley Jacobs is a facial cosmetic surgeon, which means he isn't someone who just happens to be able to handle facelifts in addition to all of his other many tasks. He focuses solely on faces, which gives him a particularly keen insight into the unique demands a truly natural facelift entails. He is certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, as well as the American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. He also sits on the California Medical Association's specialty committee representing facial cosmetic surgery as an elected house delegate. He has spent years researching cutting-edge techniques and is constantly improving his techniques to offer the best experience and results possible to his facelift patients.
A facelift is a surgery, so there are incisions and tissue manipulation involved, but Dr. Jacobs and his highly trained and specialized team make every effort to minimize sensation. Anesthetic is applied depending on the type and extent of the desired surgery, dulling sensation in the targeted areas or helping a patient to "sleep" through the procedure. Because patients are sedated, there is no pain. There will be some swelling in the days after the surgery, but since Dr. Jacobs uses a delicate technique, pain is generally minimal (a 2 or 3 out of 10) and can be handled with medication as necessary. Most patients take Tylenol®, but some choose a prescription pill. Icing helps tremendously. Everyone's level of tolerance is different, so anyone who wants to know more about this should raise questions during their consultation.
As much as we would like one simple and permanent anti-aging solution, the truth is that our faces, like the rest of our bodies, will continue to age no matter what we do. A facelift, then, is not freezing the hands of the clock, but is instead more like setting them back for quite some time. The aging process will continue after a facelift, but it will be working on a slimmer, tighter, more youthful-looking face.
What looks good on a friend may not actually be what looks good on you. Your unique bone structure, fat distribution, skin tone, health, and more will dictate your appearance, as well as how your face ages and would respond to surgery. It is impossible to duplicate results, particularly to mimic a specific look seen on another person. Dr. Stanley Jacobs emphasizes that a facelift should enhance your individual beauty, capturing a more youthful you.
Though Dr. Stanley Jacobs performs surgeries using modern techniques and equipment with his patients' safety, comfort, and ultimate aesthetic goals in mind, he understands that not everyone is looking for a surgical solution. While nothing but a facelift can duplicate the results of a facelift, he does offer minimally and non-invasive treatments that can help to bring a smoother, more youthful appearance to the skin of the face. BOTOX® can temporarily smooth out facial wrinkles, while dermal fillers work to provide youthful contours in areas where volume loss has led to lines, hollows, and sagging.
Of course. There are a variety of procedures that complement a facelift, from other surgeries (including rhinoplasty) to the nonsurgical methods mentioned above (as well as chemical peels). Even hair grafts and longer eyelashes can add to a aesthetically refreshed appearance.
Be careful when it comes to seeking out information about cosmetic surgery, be it a facelift or any other procedure. Get information only from reputable sources, taking care to check credentials and double-check anything that sounds too good to be true. The facial plastic surgery board that certifies plastic surgeons is a good source of information, but there is little that can beat a face-to-face question-and-answer session with a qualified, trusted, and experienced professional such as facial cosmetic surgeon Dr. Stanley Jacobs. Call his San Francisco office at (415) 433-0303 or his Healdsburg office at (707) 473-0220 or book a consult online.
Dr. Stanley Jacobs' approach to the facelift in the San Francisco Bay Area is designed specifically to avoid this result. An unnatural, artificial look may result from a surgery by a doctor who fails to treat the face as it should be treated: as something existing in three dimensions. The skin and tissues are all interconnected, so Dr. Jacobs takes extra care to ensure that each of a patient's features works with the others to create an overall balanced and natural look. He follows curves and natural lines instead of applying a generic formula, giving his results an organic and long-lasting look.
Scars are especially susceptible to sunlight, which can make them darken as they heal, causing them to be more noticeable in the long run. One of the best things you can do during your post-facelift recuperation period is avoid sunlight—with a focus on keeping your incisions and sutures away from UV radiation. Wear adequate protection for times you need to venture outside. Talk to Dr. Jacobs to learn how to safely use sunscreen and coverings for these instances. You should also refrain from smoking, as the effects can also serve to inhibit your body's best healing efforts.
Because every patient is different, there is no easy way to answer this question. The cost of a facelift will depend on the scope of the surgery, which can range from a mini facelift to a more involved Serial VectorLift™. Dr. Jacobs can discuss cost with you at your consultation, after getting a chance to assess your current facial anatomy and hearing what it is you would like him to accomplish.
In the same way that anyone with a set of paints and some training could make a painting, maybe, but that doesn't mean that everyone's results are of the same quality. Dr. Stanley Jacobs is a facial cosmetic surgeon, which means he isn't someone who just happens to be able to handle facelifts in addition to all of his other many tasks. He focuses solely on faces, which gives him a particularly keen insight into the unique demands a truly natural facelift entails. He is certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, as well as the American Board of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery and the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. He also sits on the California Medical Association's specialty committee representing facial cosmetic surgery as an elected house delegate. He has spent years researching cutting-edge techniques and is constantly improving his techniques to offer the best experience and results possible to his facelift patients.
A facelift is a surgery, so there are incisions and tissue manipulation involved, but Dr. Jacobs and his highly trained and specialized team make every effort to minimize sensation. Anesthetic is applied depending on the type and extent of the desired surgery, dulling sensation in the targeted areas or helping a patient to "sleep" through the procedure. Because patients are sedated, there is no pain. There will be some swelling in the days after the surgery, but since Dr. Jacobs uses a delicate technique, pain is generally minimal (a 2 or 3 out of 10) and can be handled with medication as necessary. Most patients take Tylenol®, but some choose a prescription pill. Icing helps tremendously. Everyone's level of tolerance is different, so anyone who wants to know more about this should raise questions during their consultation.
As much as we would like one simple and permanent anti-aging solution, the truth is that our faces, like the rest of our bodies, will continue to age no matter what we do. A facelift, then, is not freezing the hands of the clock, but is instead more like setting them back for quite some time. The aging process will continue after a facelift, but it will be working on a slimmer, tighter, more youthful-looking face.
What looks good on a friend may not actually be what looks good on you. Your unique bone structure, fat distribution, skin tone, health, and more will dictate your appearance, as well as how your face ages and would respond to surgery. It is impossible to duplicate results, particularly to mimic a specific look seen on another person. Dr. Stanley Jacobs emphasizes that a facelift should enhance your individual beauty, capturing a more youthful you.
Though Dr. Stanley Jacobs performs surgeries using modern techniques and equipment with his patients' safety, comfort, and ultimate aesthetic goals in mind, he understands that not everyone is looking for a surgical solution. While nothing but a facelift can duplicate the results of a facelift, he does offer minimally and non-invasive treatments that can help to bring a smoother, more youthful appearance to the skin of the face. BOTOX® can temporarily smooth out facial wrinkles, while dermal fillers work to provide youthful contours in areas where volume loss has led to lines, hollows, and sagging.
Of course. There are a variety of procedures that complement a facelift, from other surgeries (including rhinoplasty) to the nonsurgical methods mentioned above (as well as chemical peels). Even hair grafts and longer eyelashes can add to a aesthetically refreshed appearance.
Be careful when it comes to seeking out information about cosmetic surgery, be it a facelift or any other procedure. Get information only from reputable sources, taking care to check credentials and double-check anything that sounds too good to be true. The facial plastic surgery board that certifies plastic surgeons is a good source of information, but there is little that can beat a face-to-face question-and-answer session with a qualified, trusted, and experienced professional such as facial cosmetic surgeon Dr. Stanley Jacobs. Call his San Francisco office at (415) 433-0303 or his Healdsburg office at (707) 473-0220 or book a consult online.