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Facelift Washington, DC
Serving patients in Ashburn, Leesburg, Brambleton, Fairfax, Arlington and Northern Virginia
Trust. Experience. Results.
Serving patients in Ashburn, Leesburg, Brambleton, Fairfax, Arlington and Northern Virginia
Restoration, Not Reinvention
Deep folds around the mouth. Skin that sags where it used to stay firm. A neckline that feels heavy or undefined. These changes creep in over time, often more quickly than people expect. At a certain point, they want to be able to do something to turn the clock back.
That’s when many people in Washington, DC, start looking into facelift surgery. At Austin-Weston, The Center for Cosmetic Surgery, this procedure is performed by a team of board-certified plastic surgeons with more than a century of combined experience. Every facelift is planned around the patient’s unique facial structure, not a one-size template. Some require the more advanced deep plane technique to reposition deeper tissues; others do best with a mini facelift or a traditional approach. The goal is always the same: a refreshed appearance that feels like you, just years younger.
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Beneath the Surface
A facelift isn’t about pulling skin tight. It’s a surgical procedure that reshapes the underlying framework of the face. With age, the SMAS layer and other connective tissues stretch, muscles shift, and skin loses elasticity. These changes create jowls, “turkey neck,” and folds that creams and injectables can’t erase.
Facelift surgery repositions those deeper tissues before removing excess skin. By focusing on the foundation rather than just the surface, Austin-Weston surgeons create results that move naturally when you smile, talk, or laugh. The technique chosen, deep plane, SMAS, mini facelift, or a combination with a neck lift, depends on the severity of aging and your goals.
Confidence, Reconstructed
Patients who undergo facelift surgery often say the biggest difference isn’t just how they look, but how they feel walking into a room. The procedure restores sharper contours and softens harsh lines without making you look “done.”
Benefits may include:
Who It’s Right For
Good candidates for a facelift are typically adults with moderate to severe sagging skin, jowls, or deep facial creases. While many are in their 40s through 70s, age isn’t the deciding factor. Overall health, skin elasticity, and bone structure matter more. Patients should be in good health, have realistic expectations, and avoid smoking before and after surgery to support the healing process.
Those with significant laxity in the neck may benefit from a facelift combined with a neck lift for balance between the face and neckline. Patients with milder aging sometimes choose a mini facelift or nonsurgical treatments as a bridge before more advanced surgery. Your consultation at Austin-Weston helps clarify the right path.
Your Plan, Your Timeline
A facelift consultation at Austin-Weston goes beyond a quick exam. Your surgeon takes time to learn what bothers you most and to map out how different surgical plans could restore balance to your features.
Preparation includes reviewing your medical history, adjusting medications if needed, and arranging support for recovery. Patients also receive clear pre-operative instructions, everything from avoiding certain supplements to planning meals for the first days at home. For those who prefer extra reassurance, our overnight recovery suite provides attentive care in the first hours after surgery.
Precision in Every Step
Facelift surgery is performed in our accredited surgical center in Reston, just outside Washington, DC. Patients are placed under general anesthesia for Facelift procedures. Incisions are placed carefully around the hairline and ears, sometimes beneath the chin, to allow discreet access to deeper tissues.
The procedure usually lasts three to five hours. Patients combining their facelift with eyelid surgery, fat grafting, or a brow lift should plan for additional time.
A mini facelift uses shorted incisions to refine and correct mild sagging of the face. It’s less invasive, comes with a quicker recovery, and appeals to those seeking a subtle refresh. While it doesn’t provide the same level of correction as a deep plane or traditional facelift, it’s an excellent option for those not ready for more extensive surgery.
The SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) technique focuses on the layer of muscle and connective tissue beneath the skin. By lifting and repositioning this structure, surgeons restore contour to the mid-face. It’s a strong choice for patients with moderate laxity who want natural definition without excess tension on the skin.
The deep plane facelift goes further than SMAS by releasing and repositioning deeper muscles and connective tissue. This allows for greater correction of severe sagging and produces results that look natural in motion. The deep plane technique is often chosen by patients who want the most comprehensive, long-lasting outcome for significant facial aging.
This specialized technique addresses under-eye bags, hollowing, and sagging in the mid-face. By lifting tissues around the lower eyelid and cheek, the procedure softens tired or sunken features, giving patients a refreshed appearance.
For patients seeking a minimally invasive option, Facetite uses radiofrequency energy to tighten skin and stimulate collagen. It’s not a replacement for surgery, but when paired with a facelift or used on its own in carefully selected patients, it enhances skin quality and contour with virtually no scarring.
Volume loss is a hallmark of aging. Fat transfer, or fat grafting, restores fullness by moving fat from one area of the body into the cheeks, temples, or under-eye hollows. Often combined with a facelift, this technique improves contour and softens transitions between facial zones.
Some patients benefit from the addition of stem cells to their procedure. These cells, harvested during fat transfer, may aid in tissue regeneration and healing. Used with facelift surgery, they can improve skin quality and potentially shorten recovery.
When You’ll See the Change
Most patients notice a difference right after surgery, though initial bruising and swelling hide the final look. By the third or fourth week, the face looks more defined and balanced. Full results can be seen after about two to three months as swelling fades and scars mature. With careful sun protection and healthy habits, results can last a decade or more.
Healing with Care
The first week is the most demanding. Expect swelling, bruising, and tightness in the cheeks and neck. Keep your head elevated and follow all incision-care instructions.
By the second and third week, most patients return to their daily routines. Any lingering bruising can usually be covered with makeup. After around three months, the results look natural, and scars are fading.
Maintenance involves more than scar care. Sun protection, healthy skin care, and occasional nonsurgical touch-ups help extend the life of your facelift. Many patients rely on the Elite Skin Center at Austin-Weston for laser treatments, injectables, or scar-fading therapies in the months after surgery.
An Investment in Yourself
Facelift pricing at Austin-Weston varies depending on the extent of surgery, and whether other procedures, such as a brow lift, neck lift, or fat grafting, are performed at the same time. Every facelift is customized to the patient’s anatomy and goals, which means exact costs can only be confirmed during your consultation.
That said, patients can expect pricing to start at $13,150 for a standard facelift. This comprehensive cost includes your surgeon’s expertise, anesthesia, the accredited surgical suite, and all follow-up care. Transparent pricing and financing options are available to help make your investment in long-lasting results as seamless as possible.
Experience You Can See
Austin-Weston has been a trusted name in cosmetic surgery for more than four decades. The practice brings together five surgeons who share knowledge and techniques, so patients benefit from the insight of an entire team rather than a single perspective. Together, they offer more than 100 years of combined surgical experience.
The facility itself was designed exclusively for cosmetic surgery. From an AAAHC-accredited surgical suite to an on-site overnight recovery center, every detail supports safety and comfort. Add to this a dedicated skin and aesthetics center for scar care and nonsurgical treatments, and patients have access to complete facial rejuvenation in one place.
Your Next Step Starts Here
If you’re considering facelift surgery in Washington, DC, trust a practice with the experience, skill, and setting to deliver natural results. Call 703-893-6168 or request a consultation online to begin planning your customized surgical plan with the Austin-Weston team.
Yes. By addressing deeper facial tissues, results blend with your natural expressions instead of looking pulled.
Most patients return to normal routines within two to three weeks, though healing continues for several months.
Risks include bleeding, infection, or visible scarring, though complications are uncommon when performed by experienced plastic surgeons.
Results typically last 10 to 15 years. Lifestyle, skin care, and genetics all play a role.
Incisions are hidden near the hairline and ears. Over time, scars usually fade to the point of being difficult to detect.
A mini facelift corrects early sagging with smaller incisions and faster recovery. A deep plane facelift repositions deeper tissues for more comprehensive, longer-lasting results.
Yes. Brow lifts, eyelid surgery, fat grafting, and nonsurgical treatments are often combined for complete facial rejuvenation.
Our five, board-certified plastic surgeons have over 100 years of combined experience & work together in our dedicated, luxurious center providing combined knowledge on all procedures. Schedule your consultation today to learn how our surgeons can guide you on your journey to aesthetic harmony.
