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Facelift Overview

What Is a Facelift?

A facelift is a comprehensive surgical procedure designed to address the visible signs of aging in the face and neck by repositioning underlying muscles, removing excess skin, and redefining your natural facial contours. Dr. Morisada’s extensive training and specialization in facial aesthetics allow her to incorporate the latest techniques, including extended deep-plane and “mini” facelifts, ensuring a customized approach for each patient. Her surgical expertise focuses on delivering natural-looking, elegant results that enhance your unique features while maintaining a refreshed yet authentic appearance. If you’re considering a facelift in Honolulu, Dr. Morisada can help you achieve a youthful, rejuvenated look.

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Your Facelift Procedure At a Glance

Dr. Morisada performs every facelift with exceptional precision and meticulous attention to detail.

  • Initial consultation: Dr. Morisada will listen to your goals, thoroughly assess your facial structure, and offer transparent insights into what the procedure can achieve. She values open communication and will address any questions or concerns, ensuring you feel fully informed and confident in your next steps. 
  • Procedure: Face lift surgery typically lasts several hours and involves discreet incisions along the face’s natural contours. Dr. Morisada uses advanced techniques to reposition and lift deeper facial structures for lasting results.
  • Aftercare: Rei Facial Plastic Surgery offers a concierge experience that includes a customized recovery plan and close follow-up to ensure optimal healing.

What Can a Facelift in Honolulu Treat?

A facelift in Honolulu, HI with Dr. Morisada helps you “reset the clock” by addressing visible signs of aging, restoring a more youthful and refreshed appearance. This advanced procedure targets multiple concerns, including:

  • Wrinkles and creases around the mouth, lower face, and chin
  • Deep facial folds, including pronounced nasolabial lines
  • Sagging cheeks and a loss of youthful facial contours
  • Loose, excess skin along the jawline and under the chin, contributing to jowls 

By carefully lifting and repositioning the underlying structures, Dr. Morisada’s approach ensures natural-looking, long-lasting results tailored to your unique features.

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What Will Recovery Be Like After a Facelift?

While every patient’s recovery is unique, most experience some initial swelling and bruising, which typically subside within two weeks. It’s best to schedule your procedure with at least two to three weeks of rest at home before returning to work or social activities. Dr. Morisada provides detailed post-operative instructions and personalized follow-up care to ensure a smooth and successful recovery. You’ll receive guidance on caring for your incisions, managing any discomfort, and optimizing healing for the best results. Recovery may feel slow at first, but time goes quickly—before you know it, you’ll be back to your routine, looking and feeling rejuvenated.

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Why Choose Dr. Morisada for Your Facelift in Honolulu?

Dr. Morisada is renowned for her compassionate, patient-centered approach and dedication to achieving elegant, natural-looking results. As a Hawaii-born surgeon and one of the few female plastic surgeons in Honolulu, she has a deep understanding of the diverse beauty within her community. Her culturally aware approach allows her to honor each patient’s unique features, ensuring that every facelift in Honolulu, HI, is tailored to enhance natural beauty rather than follow a “one-size-fits-all” standard. With an artistic eye and meticulous attention to detail, Dr. Morisada helps patients look and feel like the best version of themselves.

Patient Testimonial

"Dr. Morisada is the perfect blend of the personable and professional – a bubbly, kind, reliable, talented surgeon. She listens to your thoughts without judgment and actions them. I would recommend Dr. Morisada to any of my family or friends, and I can hardly wait to go back to see her myself!"

– Hannah B.

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Facelift FAQ

How long will my facelift result last?

Dr. Morisada’s techniques are designed to provide lasting, natural-looking results. While individual results vary, a well-executed facelift can often last 10 years or more. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle and following the doctor’s aftercare instructions can help prolong your results.

How do I know if a facelift is for me?

A facelift is a suitable choice if you have moderate to advanced signs of facial aging that can’t be addressed by non-surgical treatments. Dr. Morisada will discuss all available options, including non-surgical alternatives, during your consultation to ensure you choose the approach that best fits your goals.

Will my facelift look natural?

Dr. Morisada’s facelift approach emphasizes subtlety and refinement. Her goal is to enhance your natural features, so you look rejuvenated—not “done.” She has a reputation for creating outcomes that align with each patient’s definition of beauty, helping their self-confidence shine.

What is the best age to get a facelift?

There is no 'perfect' age for a facelift, as everyone ages differently. However, most patients consider the procedure in their 40s, 50s, or 60s when signs of aging become more pronounced. The best candidates have noticeable sagging, deep wrinkles, or jowls but still maintain good skin elasticity and overall health. A consultation with Dr. Morisada can help determine if the timing is right for you.

What is the recovery time for a facelift?

Most patients can return to light activities within two weeks, but full recovery varies. Swelling and bruising typically subside after a few weeks, with final results becoming more visible over several months. It’s recommended to plan for at least two to three weeks of downtime before resuming work or social activities. Dr. Morisada will provide detailed post-operative care instructions to support a smooth recovery.

Will a facelift get rid of all my wrinkles?

A facelift primarily addresses sagging skin, deep folds, and loss of facial contours, but it may not eliminate fine lines or surface wrinkles. For a more comprehensive facial rejuvenation, additional treatments such as Botox or dermal fillers can be combined with a facelift to smooth out finer wrinkles and enhance your overall results.

Can a facelift be combined with other procedures?

Yes! Many patients choose to combine a facelift with complementary procedures like a neck lift, eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty), brow lift, or fat transfer for more balanced, youthful results. During your consultation, Dr. Morisada will discuss your aesthetic goals and recommend the best approach to achieve a harmonious, natural-looking outcome.

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