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FACELIFT · LITTLE ROCK, AR
Facelift
A facelift is one of the most popular facial procedures, and it can take years off your appearance without changing who you look like. Triple board-certified surgeon Dr. Suzanne Yee has been performing facelift surgery for more than two decades, toning, tightening, and rejuvenating the mid- and lower face at her accredited onsite surgical center in Little Rock.
3–5 hrs
Outpatient procedure, home same day
~ 2–3 wks
Back to work for most patients
~6–12 mos
Final results take shape
What a facelift changes
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CONTOUR
A defined jawline again
Sagging and wrinkles ease across the mid-face, jawline, and neck. Contours are refined and the profile reads as more defined.
CHARACTER
Still recognizably you
The goal is a refreshed version of you, never overdone. Deep creases soften and skin tightens without altering your facial character.
LONGEVITY
Results that hold
Facelift results are long-lasting, and most patients find they look years younger and feel more confident in how they present.
Which facelift fits
The first thing to sort out is which part of the eye is bothering you. During your consultation, Dr. Yee examines your lids, skin quality, and eye health and recommends the approach that fits.
UPPER
Addresses more significant aging across the midface, jowls, and neck. Incisions run along the hairline and around the ears so scars sit inside natural contours.
- Best for: midface, jowls, neck
- Scar: hairline and around the ears
- Downtime: 10-14 days
LOWER
Targets mild sagging around the lower face and jawline through smaller incisions, with a shorter recovery. A fit for patients not quite ready for a full facelift.
- Best for: mild sagging, lower face
- Scar: smaller incisions
- Downtime: shorter than a full lift
BOTH
Lifts the middle third of the face, restoring cheek volume and the sagging skin between the cheekbone and the corner of the mouth. Dr. Yee performs it without visible scarring, and most patients come to it earlier than a full lift, commonly in their thirties.
- Best for: cheek volume loss, midface sagging
- Scar: none visible
- Downtime: 10-14 days
RENUVION (nonsurgical)
Combines radiofrequency and helium plasma energy to tighten tissue that has loosened with age and sun damage, rather than removing and repositioning it. Needs only small, minimally invasive incisions.
- Best for: mild to moderate laxity
- Scar: small incisions
- Downtime: ~7 days
Are you a candidate?
A facelift suits men and women bothered by sagging skin, deep facial folds, jowls, or a jawline that has lost definition: the things that noninvasive and minimally invasive treatments cannot fix on their own.
You may be a candidate if you:
- Are in overall good health.
- Are at a healthy, stable weight.
- Do not smoke, or are willing to quit before surgery.
- Have realistic expectations about what the procedure can achieve
At your consultation, Dr. Yee evaluates your facial structure, skin elasticity, and areas of concern, and reviews your medical history. In some cases she may recommend combining a facelift with a neck lift or brow lift to get where you want to go.
Not ready for surgery?
Dr. Yee offers every degree of enhancement, from noninvasive to surgical, and will tell you honestly which fits.
- Liquid facelift
Facial rejuvenation using injectables only; a route for early signs of aging when you are not ready for surgery. - RENUVION
Tightens loose skin without removing tissue. Best suited to lighter skin tones with mild to moderate laxity.
Treatments from both categories can be combined. Substantial sagging and jowling are usually only corrected surgically.
Substantial excess skin and true bags are usually only corrected with blepharoplasty.
What to expect on procedure day
Facelift surgery is performed under general anesthesia, or local anesthesia with sedation, depending on Dr. Yee’s recommendation and the extent of your procedure. Most facelifts are outpatient, so you go home the same day after a short recovery period.
The procedure generally takes two to four hours, though that varies if other procedures are done at the same time. Dr. Yee places incisions along the hairline and around the ears to conceal scars within natural contours, then tightens the underlying facial muscles, repositions the deeper tissues, and removes excess skin. Once the improvements are made, the incisions are closed and a soft dressing supports healing and limits swelling.
- Stop smoking at least six weeks before and after surgery. It restricts blood flow and interferes with healing.
- Stop blood thinners two weeks out;aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, and fish oil all increase bleeding and bruising.
- After a short monitoring period you are discharged with detailed aftercare instructions.
Recovery and results
Recovery is typically smooth. Dr. Yee provides detailed aftercare instructions covering how to care for your incisions, when to remove dressings, and when to come back in. Keeping your head elevated and following the post-op directions does most of the work in limiting swelling.
- FIRST FEW DAYS
Mild swelling, bruising, and tightness are common. Keep your head elevated. - DAYS 10 TO 14
Swelling and bruising improve steadily across the first two weeks. Most people feel comfortable returning to work and normal activities in this window. - WEEKS 4 TO 6
Strenuous exercise stays off the table until at least this point. Early improvements become visible as swelling fades and the tissues settle. - MONTH 6
You should have a good idea of what your final result will look like. - YEAR 1+
Results completely settle and fully develop. Scars continue to become less noticeable over time.
Why choose a board-certified surgeon
The surgeon you choose is the single biggest factor in a safe, natural result. Dr. Yee’s triple board certification, extensive surgical experience, and conservative approach to anesthesia all work together to protect your outcome and keep any risk as low as possible.
A facelift is a well-established procedure with a long track record. As with any surgery, uncommon complications are possible, and Dr. Yee reviews your specific risks with you at consultation so you can decide with full, honest information.
WHAT SETS DR. YEE APART
- Triple board-certified cosmetic surgeon
- Specialized training in facial anatomy and the deeper support layers
- Refreshed, never pulled or overdone results
- Conservative, safety-first approach to anesthesia
Combining with other procedures
Every facelift is customized. If you want to rejuvenate the neck as well as the face, Dr. Yee can build a neck lift into the procedure; she creates the treatment plan from scratch based on your goals rather than fitting you to a standard operation. A brow lift is another common pairing, since the upper face ages alongside the lower.
- Neck Lift
- Brow Lift
WHY CHOOSE DR. YEE
Dr. Suzanne Yee, MD, FACS
- Triple Board-Certified Cosmetic Surgeon
- ★★★★★
- 4.8 · 387 Google reviews
Dr. Suzanne Yee has been performing facelift surgery for more than two decades, helping patients across Arkansas to natural, long-lasting results. Her approach is built on artistry and precision; outcomes that look like a refreshed version of you, never overdone.
She operates at her own onsite surgical center, fully accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, with a board-certified anesthesiologist, nurse anesthetist, operating room technician, and registered nurses on her team. Personalized care, in a safe and private setting.
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS & AFFILIATIONS
REAL PATIENTS
Before & After
Patient Reviews
In Their Own Words
I am 6 weeks out of my lower facelift with Dr Yee. My results are so natural and took years off my appearance. This can be a scary experience, but Dr Yee and her staff put me at ease before and after the procedure. I will definitely be using Dr Yee for any future procedures, and highly recommend her and her staff.
Karla W. / March 2025
I recently had a lower face and neck lift and I am thrilled with the results. The staff and Dr. Yee were phenomenal from start to finish. Such attention to detail and care for her patients before, during and after was nothing I’ve ever experienced from a doctor and her team. I consulted with three other surgeons before choosing Dr. Yee and I will never use anyone else.
Sheryl N. / June 2026
I can’t emphasize enough how pleased I am with the results of my facelift, but more importantly, with the way I have been treated on each visit. I feel cared for and valued by everyone involved in my journey.
Jacque H. / December 2024
CONTACT US
Schedule your consultation
Choosing the right surgeon is the single most effective thing a patient can do to ensure their procedure goes well. Dr. Yee and her staff look forward to showing you why patients across Arkansas and beyond who expect world-class results choose her practice.
Frequently asked questions
The exact cost varies depending on the extent of correction needed and your individual goals. Dr. Yee and her team provide a personalized estimate at your consultation.
If you are in good health and feel self-conscious about signs of aging that noninvasive treatments cannot address, you may be a good candidate. Dr. Yee bases her recommendation on your medical history, your current health, and what you hope to achieve.
There is no best age. The right timing depends on your skin quality and your specific concerns. Most patients consider it in their 40s to 60s, when sagging and deeper wrinkles become more noticeable.
It depends on your concerns. A mini facelift targets mild sagging around the lower face and jawline with smaller incisions and a shorter recovery. A full facelift addresses more significant aging in the midface, jowls, and neck.
Aging continues, so results are not permanent; but they are long-lasting. You can prolong them by minimizing sun exposure, not smoking, and generally living healthily.
Infection, bleeding, scarring, and temporary numbness or nerve irritation. In rare cases, delayed healing or minor asymmetry as the tissues settle. An experienced board-certified surgeon and careful post-op care keep these risks low.
Every facelift is customized. If you want to rejuvenate your neck as well, Dr. Yee can incorporate a neck lift into your procedure; the plan is built from scratch around your goals.
A popular term for facial rejuvenation using injectables only. It suits early signs of aging when you are not ready for surgery. Dr. Yee offers every degree of enhancement and can combine surgical and noninvasive treatments.
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