Lifting Versus Filling…the Truth About Facial Rejuvenation

Until recently, I had assumed that dermal fillers are the best way to achieve rejuvenation by plumping out sagging areas of the face and in turn,giving a lift. But Cosmetic Surgeon Dr. Maurizio Viel at London Center for Aesthetic Surgery, Gulf (LCAS) in Dubai Healthcare City corrected this misconception and dispelled the myths about fillers and facial rejuvenation.

According to Dr. Maurizio, lifting areas of the face with dermal fillers does not make sense as a filler is good for enhancing volume, but it is not necessarily going to give any improvement when it comes to lifting areas of the face. Also,dermal fillers can alter the face shape if not done discreetly.

Techniques for Lifting

Dr. Maurizio details that there are three reliable and results-driven techniques to specifically lift the face. These are as follows:

Surgical Shortscar Facelift: This is done under sedation in around two hours. This technique is used where heavy lifting is required in the more mature patient and results last 5 to 10 years.

The APTOS Thread Lift: Dr. Maurizio uses Visage threads which are high-quality and with this technique, there is no downtime and results are immediate. The key for this technique is choosing the right patient with the right indications.Results last around one and a half years.

Chemical lift using Botox: For individuals’ with the least amount of sagging, Botox, tells Dr. Maurizio, when placed strategically, can actually lift the eyebrows, lift a droopy nasal tip, and help with an aging chin, and so on. And according to Dr. Viel, the beauty of this technique is that you can customize the treatment depending on the patient’s needs and requirements.

Armed with this knowledge, I tried the chemical lift with a bit of dermal fillers in the jawline to balance out my face and the Botox to lift my brows and forehead, and help with the fine lines around my eyes. It was a simple, pain free procedure and I saw results immediately. No bruising, no downtime, and quick, instant, yet completely natural results. What could be better than that?

The Verdict: A widely trusted and renowned cosmetic surgeon in Dubai, Dr. Maurizio Viel is a proponent of cosmetic techniques for enhancement and beautification, not transformation. At LCAS, you will be in safe hands and know you will only be advised on what will enhance your looks, not drastically change them.

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