Facelift (Rhytidectomy)

Facelift surgery at Zarrabi Plastic Surgery addresses the hallmark signs of facial ageing: loss of jawline definition, jowl formation, mid-face descent, deep nasolabial folds, and skin laxity in the lower face and neck. Dr. Michael Zarrabi's technique centres on SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) manipulation — repositioning the deeper muscle and fascial layer rather than simply tightening overlying skin. This approach produces natural-looking,…

Incision placement is tailored to each patient's anatomy. Incisions may run along the hairline at the temple, within the natural contours of the ear, or behind the earlobe into the posterior hairline. Once healed, these scars are difficult to detect. The underlying SMAS is elevated and secured in an anatomically correct position; excess skin is then redraped and trimmed without tension.

Complementary procedures are frequently combined at the same operative session. Fat transfer to the mid-face restores volume lost to ageing. CO2 laser resurfacing improves skin texture and tone. Dermal fillers and Botox address residual fine lines during follow-up visits.