Midface Lift

What is an ENDOTINE cheek lift?

The area between your lower eyelids and your mouth is considered the midface. As you get older, the effects of gravity, repeated muscle contraction, and lifestyle cause the skin, fat, and muscle in this region to move downwards. Your cheeks will begin to look saggy or flat, lower eyelids can become puffy or hollow, circles begin to appear under the eyes, and the lines between the nose and the corner of the mouth deepen.

The ENDOTINE cheek lift restores the curves and fullness in the cheeks by moving soft tissues back to where they were. This is achieved by elevating the soft midface tissue from the bone, repositioning it upwards towards the eyes, and fixating it in place until it re-adheres naturally to the bone.

A skillfully performed cheek lift will deliver a natural but noticeable improvement.

During a midface lift, a small incision is made in the area above the ear or the lower eyelid, and in some cases, through the underside of the upper lip. A small endoscope and other instruments are introduced through the incision to lift the delicate midface tissues off the cheekbones. Once lifted, these tissues are repositioned upward and to the side.

Patients typically are given general anesthesia or with local anesthesia and sedation during the procedure. Patients typically return home the same day. Tissue swelling related to the procedure gradually diminishes.

Find out more information on the ENDOTINE Cheek lift or call Dr. Hargan to schedule a consultation today.