Park Plastic Surgery: Frederick K. Park, MD, FACS
4008 Capital Drive
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Phone: (252) 937-5003
Hours:
Monday: 7:45 a.m.–4 p.m.
Tuesday: 7:45 a.m.–4 p.m.
Wednesday: 7:45 a.m.–1 p.m.
Thursday: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Friday: Closed
A softened jawline, sagging neck, and drooping cheeks can all take a toll on your confidence. If your appearance doesn’t reflect the youthful energy you feel, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Frederick Park performs facelift surgery in Rocky Mount, NC, to turn back the clock in a way that looks natural. Women and men from Greenville, Durham, Raleigh, and Wilson trust Dr. Park to help them look years younger but not like someone else.
Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.
A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that improves visible signs of facial and neck aging. Dr. Park performs facelifts to reverse the general changes caused by a lifetime of using facial muscles and the pulling of gravity. This can include removing and tightening skin, tightening muscle, and contouring fat.
The face undergoes classic changes during the aging process. I perform facelifts to reverse the general changes caused by a lifetime of using facial muscles and the pulling of gravity. This can include removing and tightening skin, tightening muscle, and contouring fat. – Dr. Frederick K. Park
Ideal candidates for facelift surgery want to correct conditions such as:
One of the common complaints heard is that the skin of the neck is too loose, and the lower cheek area is hanging down, forming jowls. Deep folds where the cheeks meet the lips, called nasolabial folds, are also signs of an aging face. – Dr. Frederick K. Park
To achieve full-face rejuvenation, Dr. Park may recommend combining your facelift with other facial procedures, both surgical and nonsurgical:
Since a facelift primarily focuses on rejuvenating the lower two-thirds of the face, combining these procedures can comprehensively rejuvenate both the upper and lower face in one personalized treatment plan.
With many facelift techniques available, it can be overwhelming to know which is right for you. Dr. Park relies on proven methods, such as SMAS plication and SMASectomy, to deliver natural-looking, long-lasting results. He customizes each surgical plan based on a thorough examination of your skin quality, the degree of aging, and your unique cosmetic goals.
| SMAS Plication Facelift | SMASectomy Facelift |
|---|---|
| Less invasive than SMASectomy | More invasive, ideal for more advanced sagging |
| Suitable for patients with mild to moderate sagging | Ideal for restoring definition in the cheeks, eliminating jowls, and contouring the jawline and neck |
| Creates a more defined jawline | Tightens and lifts the underlying muscles of the midface, lower face, and neck |
| Incisions made in front of the ear | Incisions made along the hairline, around the front of the ear, and behind the ear |
| Involves folding (plication) and suturing the SMAS layer for tension | Repositions, tightens, and elevates the SMAS layer for more significant lift |
| Removes excess skin and closes incisions | Removes excess skin and closes incisions, smoothing wrinkles and folds |
A mini or short-scar facelift is a less extensive technique that usually improves minor sagging on the lower face and upper neck. A mini facelift incision is smaller than a facelift incision, and it’s best for people with early signs of aging and minimal sagging. Dr. Park offers shorter scar options with SMAS plication for patients with mild to moderate sagging in the lower face. A complete facelift is better for those with more extensive skin laxity, jowling, and aging.
I offer shorter scar techniques for patients who require less lifting. Still, I feel that traditional access that extends behind the ear offers the best opportunity to tighten the neck in patients with significant skin laxity. – Dr. Frederick K. Park
With more than 30 years of experience providing the highest quality aesthetic care at his Rocky Mount practice, Dr. Park is the choice of women and men considering plastic surgery from Greenville, Raleigh, and throughout North Carolina.
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The combination of BOTOX® and dermal fillers, such as JUVÉDERM®, is sometimes called a liquid facelift or a nonsurgical facelift because it can smooth many types of wrinkles and restore volume to hollowed areas of the face. This approach can help with mild to moderate signs of aging on the face. However, liquid facelifts are temporary and require regular touch-up treatments to maintain a more youthful appearance. They generally cannot address more significant signs of aging.
The cost of a facelift varies according to the surgical technique used, the time in the operating room, your unique goals and needs, and various other factors. We will provide you with a specific price quote after you have discussed your procedure with Dr. Park. For a starting price, please visit our Pricing page.
It’s easy for qualified patients to finance their procedures through CareCredit®, which offers attractive payment plans for women and men choosing elective cosmetic surgery or nonsurgical treatments.
Learn MoreMost patients can expect the initial recovery period after a facelift to last about 1 to 2 weeks, with continued improvement in swelling and skin tightness over the following weeks and months. While you may feel ready to resume many normal activities relatively quickly, your final results will continue to refine over time.
General recovery milestones include:
Every recovery is unique, and following Dr. Park’s postoperative instructions closely will help support a smoother healing process.
If you’re looking for a facelift specialist in Raleigh, Greenville, Durham, or anywhere else in North Carolina, you can request a consultation with Dr. Park at our Rocky Mount location by using the online form. Or give us a call at (252) 937-5003 to schedule an appointment.
Although each individual has a unique experience, most people feel they look around 10 years younger after facelift surgery.
Every person ages differently, so there’s no perfect age for facelift surgery. The best time for a facelift is when you decide you’re ready to address signs of aging, such as sagging jowls and wrinkled skin, or when nonsurgical options no longer provide the rejuvenation you want.
You will be given an anesthetic before the surgery so you won’t feel anything during your facelift. We use long-acting anesthetics to minimize post-operative pain and a combination of limited prescription pain medications and NSAIDs for general pain management.
The most natural-looking facelift technique depends on your unique anatomy, skin quality, and the specific concerns you want to address. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, Dr. Park tailors the surgical plan to you. During your consultation, he will recommend the approach that best achieves a refreshed, natural appearance without looking overdone.
Most facelift results last about 8 to 15 years, depending on factors such as skin quality, aging, lifestyle, and sun protection. While a facelift can turn back the clock significantly, it can’t stop the natural aging process. If you’d like more detail about what affects longevity and how to preserve your results, visit our blog post: How Long Does a Facelift Last?
