They are out of business. We do a similar procedure, and you can expect it to last 7-10 years if you don't tan or smoke. Lifestyle plays a major factor in how long any anti-aging procedure lasts.

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I believe "lifestyle lift" declared bankruptcy several years ago. A lifestyle lift was a short scar facelift performed under local anesthesia. Short scar facelifts are a well-know procedure when performed in competent hands. Please make sure you ask your ABPS-certified plastic surgeon about this procedure to see if you are a candidate. Remember: a facelift sets the clock back, it doesn't stop the clock!

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I would not recommend a Lifestyle Lift. The results do not last and patients do not have high satisfaction. I would recommend a facelift. Facelifts generally take off about 10 years.

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A mini facelift is a limited procedure that relies on the skin to hold the lift. Skin is elastic, which has memory and will fail earlier than a facelift supported on the SMAS, or the deeper layer of the face. A mini facelift may last about one year, but it also may lead to visible scarring and distortion of the face. This facelift technique is best for a revision or "touch-up" procedure years after an initial facelift.

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I do the LiteLift. The LiteLift™ is an innovative facelift developed by board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr. Jed Horowitz and Dr. Larry Nichter, with the goal of providing a less invasive natural-looking option for women and men wanting to refresh their appearance with less downtime and risks. The LiteLift® is a “real” facelift, which does address the underlying muscle, tissue, and overlying skin.

The technique developed by the doctors requires limited incisions and takes a vertical lifting approach, in contrast to the traditional facelift, which requires extensive incisions and lifts or pulls the face towards the ears horizontally. The modern techniques used by Dr. Horowitz and Dr. Nichter allow them to perform most LiteLift® procedures in the office under local anesthesia. Removing the risk of general anesthesia opens the door for more people to pursue facial surgery. All too often people don’t move forward with having facelift surgery due to their overwhelming fear of the risks associated with general anesthesia.

The LiteLift™ is not a “Thread-lift” or “String-lift,” and is not to be confused with the mega facelift chain the Lifestyle Lift, which has closed it’s doors nationwide. It is a real procedure that yields real results. The procedure does not give patients the overdone plastic look. So many people are fearful of looking plastic after facial surgery.

With the LiteLift™ facelift, patients look years younger in a refreshed, natural way. It also reduces the signs of aging of the lower face, jawline, and neck. Other complimentary facial procedures can be combined with the LiteLift, such as upper and lower eyelid surgery, temple lift or brow lift, and fat transfer.

Additionally, it results in less swelling, bruising, and healing compared to traditional facelift procedures. Many patients can go back to work one week after surgery, while others may require up to two weeks. Recovery varies from patient to patient--some people naturally heal faster than others. There are a variety of factors that can prolong healing such as age, medical conditions, certain prescription medications and supplements, and combining multiple procedures into one surgery.

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A mini facelift is done differently by different plastic surgeons and called the same thing. Some just do a small skin pull back, and this will not last very long--maybe year or so, but it really also depends on each person and how much excess they have. I am trying to answer your question, but it is so variable from surgeon to surgeon and patient to patient that it would be impossible to say unless I gave you a large range like from one to seven years.

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Thank you for asking. Individual cases are unique and an online forum cannot make those assessments. It is important to note that a "mini" facelift does not have a standardized definition. So, knowing how long it will last is not comparable from surgeon to surgeon. Also, the "Life Style Lift" is a marketing term for a product that is offered by a nationwide chain. Do an Internet search to see details. Make sure to see a board-certified plastic or ENT surgeon before a facelift procedure. Best wishes!

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The procedure that rejuvenates the face is chosen to address the needs of the patient. Not all faces are treated best by the same procedure. One should not have a mini procedure if he/she wants major results.

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