Male Facelift in Londrina: same deep plane technique, different execution details
Same as the female version
- Deep plane technique (release of retaining ligaments, elevation of deep tissues)
- Pre-auricular incision design (natural ear contour)
- Traction vector (chosen by anatomy, not by gender)
Different execution in men
- Straight sideburn contour (instead of curved)
- Malar fat grafting positioned lower (prevents feminization)
- Rigorous Auersvald hemostatic net (higher vascularization from the beard)
The male facelift is one of the fastest-growing surgeries in my practice. More and more men arrive at my office wanting to look younger and more rested, with a legitimate concern: keeping their masculine identity. That concern is valid — male anatomy has specific features that must be respected in surgical planning, and a lift that ignores them can produce artificial or feminizing results.
Over more than twenty years of experience as a board-certified plastic surgeon in Londrina, Brazil (CRM-PR 17,388 / RQE 15,688), with more than eight thousand plastic surgeries performed, I have developed a clear understanding of how the male face ages and how to rejuvenate it without feminizing it. The man seeking a male facelift does not want to look operated. He wants to look in the mirror and see the best, most rested version of himself. International patients considering cosmetic surgery in Brazil through medical tourism will find here a facelift approach grounded in male facial anatomy. I am a full member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS).
Why the technique base is the same — and what really changes
There is a common misconception that male and female facelifts require fundamentally different surgeries. In my practice, the base technique is identical: deep plane dissection, release of the retaining ligaments, vertical elevation of deep tissues without tension on the skin. The pre-auricular incision design and the traction vector are the same in both genders — there is no "male vector" or "female vector"; the vector is the one that best suits each individual face and neck.
What changes are three execution details driven by male anatomy: a straight (instead of curved) sideburn contour, lower malar fat grafting, and stricter Auersvald hemostatic net use to offset the higher vascularization of beard-bearing skin. The following sections unpack each detail and the other male-specific considerations (hairline, alopecia, testosterone replacement).
Same technique as the female facelift, different execution details
The base technique of the male facelift is exactly the same as the female version: deep plane dissection, release of the facial retaining ligaments, vertical elevation of deep tissues without tension on the skin. What changes are three execution details driven by male anatomy.
1. Straight sideburn contour (men) vs. curved (women)
In female surgery, the transition from the sideburn to the pre-auricular skin follows a curved, natural contour. In men, I preserve the straight sideburn contour, a typical feature of male anatomy that immediately signals male identity. This seemingly small detail is one of the biggest differences between a well-executed male facelift and a feminizing result. The sideburn is traced and preserved with the redraping so that the vertical line of the beard remains clean and squared off against the pre-auricular skin.
2. Malar fat grafting positioned lower in men (critical feminization-preventing detail)
During the deep plane lift, I complement the repositioning of deep tissues with autologous fat grafting at strategic points of the face. In the male face, I apply the malar fat graft in a lower position than I would in a female patient. In my practice, this is the only variable that would actually feminize the face if executed in the female pattern: high malar fat creates a feminine zygomatic projection, while a lower placement preserves the male facial contour. The goal is volumetric replacement and support of the cheek without raising the visual center of gravity of the face.
3. Auersvald hemostatic net — rigorous use (higher vascularization from the beard)
Male skin is thicker and, because of the beard, significantly more vascularized than female skin. This increases the risk of postoperative hematoma. The Auersvald hemostatic net, a Brazilian technique that eliminates dead space through transfixion sutures with fine nylon, significantly reduces that complication. I use it systematically in all facelifts, with heightened attention in male patients. The net is typically removed at 48 hours in a brief office visit that is usually well tolerated.
Beard, hair follicles, and pre-auricular incision design
The beard adds a technical consideration that does not exist in female surgery. Male facial skin contains deep hair follicles in the pre-auricular area, along the jawline, and in the neck. When the skin is redraped during the lift, these follicles move along with it.
The pre-auricular incision design is the same one I use in female patients — I do not change the trace by gender. The standard incision along the natural ear contour is what best hides the scar in both women and men. What changes is the planning of the vector and the careful tracking of follicle position after redraping, so the beard does not migrate into the ear or leave bald patches where hair used to grow. I trace the beard line before surgery to plan how the hair will settle after the flap is elevated.
Standard incisions used in both genders
- Temporal region: incision along the hairline margin when there is recession, or minimal scalp entry when hair density allows — closed with trichophytic technique so hairs grow through the scar.
- Pre-auricular region: standard design along the natural ear contour, the same as in female patients; in men the vector is planned so beard follicles do not migrate into the ear.
- Retroauricular region: contours the earlobe and continues along the posterior line, naturally hidden.
- Submental region: a small incision under the chin, in the natural fold, gives full access to the neck for platysmaplasty and deep structure treatment.
Traction vector: the same as the female facelift
In the deep plane, the traction vector is the one that delivers the best result for each face and neck — there is no male or female vector. The direction is chosen by the individual anatomy, not by gender. What prevents feminization in the male facelift is not the vector; it is the lower malar fat grafting discussed above and the straight sideburn contour.
Hairline and alopecia in the male facelift
Temporal recession and baldness are frequent realities in male patients. I follow the hairline margin with trichophytic technique when necessary, rather than entering the scalp. In more extensive alopecia, the reduction of available scalp tissue may require smaller scars, which can limit the lifting gain. In those cases, individualized evaluation determines whether the reduced result still justifies the procedure — an honest conversation, during the consultation, before any decision.
Baldness by itself does not contraindicate the facelift; it simply shifts the temporal incision strategy toward the hairline margin, closed with trichophytic technique, so the scar remains imperceptible even without surrounding hair to camouflage it.
Male bone structure: what to respect and enhance
The male facial skeleton presents more prominent zygomatic arches, a wider and more angled mandible, and a more marked supraorbital ridge. These traits define facial masculinity. The lift must respect and, when possible, reveal them again under rejuvenated skin — not soften them. Lower malar fat grafting supports the cheek without flattening or feminizing the bone projection; the deep plane elevation redefines the mandibular line without rotating it into a feminine shape.
The male neck: where aging is most distressing
In my experience, most men seeking facial lifting have the neck as their main concern. The double chin, platysmal bands, and loss of cervicomental angle definition bother men deeply, especially in professional settings.
The treatment of the neck in the male facelift follows the same principles I apply in the neck lift, with heightened attention to the thickness of male cervical skin:
- Platysmaplasty: platysma muscle bands brought together at the midline with precise sutures, eliminating the vertical cords that age the neck.
- Subplatysmal fat: the deep fat below the platysma is removed under direct vision, sculpting the cervicomental angle. This fat does not respond to diet or exercise.
- Digastric muscle: partial reduction of the anterior belly when necessary, refining the contour under the chin.
- Submandibular gland: glandular excess is treated in selected cases to eliminate the bulky lateral appearance of the neck.
The result is a defined neck with a clear cervicomental angle that conveys vitality and youth without appearing artificial.
Complementary procedures in the male facelift
The deep plane facelift can be combined with other procedures during the same operation for a more complete and balanced result. In male patients, the most frequent combinations are:
Blepharoplasty
The eyelids account for roughly sixty percent of the impression of facial rejuvenation. Many men present with excess skin on the upper eyelids — producing a heavy, tired look — as well as lower lid bags. Blepharoplasty corrects these signs and, combined with the facelift, can significantly improve the expression.
Mentoplasty (chin implant)
The chin is one of the pillars of male facial aesthetics. A projected chin conveys strength and structure. In men with microgenia (retracted chin), mentoplasty with silicone implant or sliding genioplasty can enhance the facelift result, improving the profile and accentuating the cervicomental angle.
Male rhinoplasty
When the nose requires correction, male rhinoplasty can be performed in the same surgical time. The rhinoplasty must preserve the masculine proportions of the nose: a slightly straight or subtly convex dorsum, a less refined tip than in women, and a more acute nasolabial angle.
Fat grafting
Fat grafting is a valuable complement to the male facelift. Autologous fat contains stem cells that support skin regeneration. In men, I apply grafting more conservatively, focusing on areas of greater volumetric loss — temples, nasolabial fold, and the lower malar position specific to male faces. The goal is to replace what has been lost, not to create volume that never existed.
Recommended age: 40 to 70 years
In my practice I operate male patients in the 40 to 80 year-old range. The recommended age for the best balance between result and recovery is 40 to 70 years — this is the interval in which the skin still retracts well, systemic health generally allows quicker recovery, and the aesthetic gain lasts longer.
Above 70, the procedure remains technically feasible and often indicated, but the evaluation becomes individualized: cardiovascular condition, skin quality, medication use, anesthetic risk. Below 40, there is rarely real indication — sagging at that age usually does not justify the scope of a deep plane lift, and surgical conversations are weighed cautiously.
Chronological age alone does not decide: the combination of systemic health, skin quality, sagging degree, and realistic expectations is what defines indication.
How long does it last: 10 to 15 years
The deep plane facelift delivers results that last 10 to 15 years in most male patients. Natural facial aging continues after surgery — no surgery stops time — but repositioned tissues usually preserve a younger appearance than the projected aging path without the procedure.
Durability depends on factors largely under the patient's control: strict sun protection, sleep habits, weight control, not smoking, management of conditions such as hypertension and diabetes, and attentive skin care. Men with heavy, unprotected sun exposure lose part of the benefit faster.
For selected patients, the durability of surgery may compare favorably with repeated palliative aesthetic treatments over a decade, but this discussion depends on anatomy, goals, and the individualized surgical plan.
Specific contraindications in men: high-dose testosterone replacement therapy
Most contraindications for the male facelift are the same as for the female version (uncontrolled hypertension, active smoking, coagulopathy, uncompensated systemic conditions). There is, however, a male-specific contraindication that must be evaluated case by case: high-dose testosterone replacement therapy (TRT).
High-dose testosterone can increase the risk of keloid scarring — hypertrophic, visible scars that are particularly problematic in tension regions such as the pre-auricular and temporal areas. Patients on TRT are not barred from the procedure, but they must follow a pause protocol: discontinue replacement 2 months before surgery and keep it paused for 6 months after. That interval brings keloid risk back to levels comparable to patients not on TRT.
The pause must be coordinated with the endocrinologist or urologist who manages the replacement. It is not a decision made in isolation.
Other important contraindications in men
- Uncontrolled hypertension: more prevalent in men and directly related to hematoma risk.
- Active smoking: nicotine compromises skin circulation; the greater male skin thickness amplifies the risk of skin necrosis.
- Chronic anticoagulant use: requires supervised interruption.
- Active alcoholism: affects healing and coagulation.
- Uncompensated cardiovascular disease: requires cardiology clearance with documented surgical risk.
Before and after: what we show and why we don't publish photos
Many men arrive at the office asking about before-and-after photos published online. Out of respect for Brazilian CFM Resolution 1,974/2011 (which governs medical advertising in Brazil, where the doctor practices) and as an editorial principle, we do not publish clinical photos of operated patients on open channels (website, social media, advertising material). This is not only a regulatory stance — it is an ethical position.
During the in-person consultation, patients interested in the procedure can view real clinical records of cases operated by Dr. Walter, with the due authorization of the photographed patients. This is the appropriate context to show results: within medical confidentiality, with analysis of the individual anatomy and discussion of realistic expectations.
What I can describe publicly is the type of improvement the procedure produces in men: redefinition of the jawline, elimination of the double chin, correction of the platysmal bands in the neck, softening of midface static wrinkles, and a more rested look. I never promise specific outcomes before an in-person evaluation — every case is unique.
PDO threads, HIFU, Ultherapy, mini-facelift — why I don't perform them as surgical substitutes
Men researching facial rejuvenation often arrive at the office asking about PDO threads, HIFU (microfocused ultrasound), Ultherapy, or a "mini-facelift". I do not perform any of these procedures as an alternative to the deep plane facelift. The reasons are technical:
- PDO lifting threads: they do not break the elastic memory of the tissues, do not create real structural fixation, and the recurrence rate is high. Thicker, heavier male skin returns to its original position within months.
- HIFU and Ultherapy: they deliver collagen-targeting heat in deeper planes, but the facial elevation effect is modest and variable. On a male face with real sagging, the result is perceived only as superficial firmness — never equivalent to surgical repositioning.
- Mini-facelift: a technique with smaller incisions and superficial dissection. It does not address the retaining ligaments or the deep neck. The result is short-lived and, in men, generally insufficient.
When a man is a candidate for real facial and cervical rejuvenation, the honest indication is the full deep plane facelift. If surgery is not desired or not indicated, the conversation is about realistic non-surgical strategies — targeted botulinum toxin, sun protection, weight and lifestyle management — not about technologies that promise surgical results without surgery.
Investment: value presented after in-person evaluation
The value of the male facelift is defined individually during the in-person consultation, after evaluating the anatomy, degree of sagging, complementary procedures indicated (blepharoplasty, fat grafting, mentoplasty), and estimated surgical time. For this reason, the procedure value itself is not published on the website.
What is published is only the value of the first consultation — R$ 800 / approx. US$ 140 — and of the follow-up — R$ 400 / approx. US$ 70. USD values are approximate and subject to the daily exchange rate (BRL is the billed currency). For reference, typical private male deep plane facelift fees in the United States range from roughly USD 15,000 to USD 35,000 depending on the city and surgeon; that comparison is informational and does not correspond to Dr. Zamarian's fees, which are disclosed only after in-person evaluation. The consultation includes a complete assessment, analysis of indication for the deep plane lift or complementary procedures, and, at the end, a transparent presentation of the surgical investment and available payment conditions.
Does insurance or Medicare cover male facelift?
Male facelift for aesthetic rejuvenation is not covered by private health insurance, Medicare, or the Brazilian public health system (SUS). Rare situations with a documented functional component (for example, eyelid ptosis obstructing the visual field, when associated with upper blepharoplasty) may open individual review for the functional portion only. This review is done during the consultation, based on clinical examination and, when applicable, visual-field testing.
Specific risks of the male facelift
Some risks of the facelift are more relevant in male patients. I explain them openly:
Hematoma
The incidence of hematoma in the male facelift is statistically higher than in female patients, reaching up to eight percent in some literature series. The reason is the more intense vascularization of male skin, largely driven by the beard. In my practice, the Auersvald hemostatic net significantly reduces this complication, but the risk remains real and warrants attention.
To further minimize that risk, I require strict discontinuation of anticoagulants, anti-inflammatories, and supplements such as omega-3 and ginkgo biloba for two weeks before and after surgery. Blood pressure must be controlled; men with poorly controlled hypertension are not good candidates until pressure is stabilized.
Facial nerve injury
The facial nerve, responsible for facial movement, runs through anatomical planes that the deep plane carefully respects. Deep plane dissection is paradoxically safer for the nerve than superficial techniques, because the nerve is protected above the dissection plane. Over more than 20 years of surgery, my rate of persistent nerve injury is practically zero.
More visible scars
Male skin tends to form wider, more visible scars than female skin. In addition, men usually wear short hair, leaving the temporal and retroauricular areas more exposed. I address this with multilayer closure, no tension on the skin, fine sutures, and meticulous technique. The hemostatic net also helps by eliminating tension at the wound edges.
Altered sensation
Temporary altered sensation (numbness or heightened sensitivity) around the ears and along the jawline is common and usually resolves within weeks to a few months as peripheral nerves recover. Persistent altered sensation is rare.
Recovery timeline after the male facelift
Recovery follows a timeline similar to the female facelift, with a few male-specific nuances:
First 48 hours
You remain with a compressive dressing and the Auersvald hemostatic net in place. Swelling tends to be more intense in men due to greater skin vascularization. Prescribed pain medication and anti-inflammatories control discomfort; keep the head elevated and apply cold compresses.
First week
The hemostatic net is removed at 48 hours — a brief office visit that is usually well tolerated. Swelling peaks around day 3 and then recedes. Bruising may extend down to the neck and chest; men with beards can strategically use their beard to camouflage bruising on the jaw.
Weeks 2-3
Most sutures are removed (absorbable sutures dissolve on their own). Residual swelling is still present but most patients are presentable for professional commitments; many return to work between 10 and 14 days, depending on the activity.
Months 1-6
The result continues to improve progressively. Tissues settle, scars mature, and residual swelling fully subsides. The beard can be shaved normally after incision healing.
Final result
The final result typically emerges between 6 and 12 months. The deep plane facelift delivers durable results of 10 to 15 years in many male patients. You continue to age naturally, but the repositioned tissues usually preserve a younger appearance than the projected aging path without surgery.
Male consultation: specialized evaluation
The consultation for the male facelift has particular aspects. Many men arrive with some apprehension — some for the first time in a plastic surgery office. I respect this moment and take time to build trust and transparency.
What is specifically evaluated in male patients
- Baldness pattern and hairline: determines the temporal incision strategy.
- Beard density and distribution: fundamental for planning the pre-auricular vector.
- Skin thickness: impacts dissection technique and hematoma risk.
- Bone structure: mandible, zygoma, and chin define rejuvenation limits and goals.
- Degree of facial and cervical sagging: determines treatment extent.
- Blood pressure and medication use: hypertension is more prevalent in men and increases hematoma risk.
- Expectations: the goal is to look rejuvenated, not different.
- Testosterone replacement therapy (TRT): when applicable, the pause protocol (2 months before / 6 months after) is planned with the endocrinologist or urologist.
Pre-operative exams and medications to suspend
Pre-operative exams
- Complete blood count
- PT/INR + aPTT
- BUN/Creatinine
- Fasting blood glucose
- Total protein and fractions
- Urinalysis
- EKG
- Pre-operative cardiac clearance with surgical risk assessment
Medications to discontinue (two weeks before and after)
- Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) and other salicylates
- NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen, etc.)
- High-dose vitamin E
- Ginkgo biloba and other herbal supplements
- High-dose omega-3 fish oil
- Arnica
Smoking must be discontinued for the same period. Nicotine compromises skin circulation and significantly increases the risk of skin necrosis; in male smokers the greater skin thickness amplifies that risk. Patients on high-dose testosterone replacement must follow the pause protocol described above (2 months before / 6 months after).
Male facelift and professional competitiveness
One of the main motivators for the male facelift is professional competitiveness. Youthful appearance and vitality are associated with capability, energy, and leadership in the modern professional environment. Many of my patients are executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals who recognize the impact an aged appearance can have on their careers.
This is not a moral judgment — it is a fact: appearance matters in the professional world. A well-executed deep plane facelift gives back an appearance that reflects the energy and drive the person still feels inside.
Discretion is key in this context. A man who undergoes a facelift for professional reasons does not want colleagues and partners to notice the surgery. He wants them to notice he looks rested and energetic. The deep plane technique, with its natural result and absence of a stretched appearance, fits that goal. Many patients schedule surgery strategically — before long vacations, role transitions, or periods of lower social exposure. Two to three weeks is usually enough to return to routine with full discretion.
Dr. Walter Zamarian Jr.'s experience with male facelift
I graduated from the State University of Londrina (UEL) and trained at the Ivo Pitanguy Institute in Rio de Janeiro — one of the most prestigious plastic surgery training centers in the world. With Professor Ivo Pitanguy, I learned that every patient is unique and that surgery must be tailored to the person. My Deep Plane facelift education also includes learning from Dr. Tim Marten and Dr. Mike Nayak in the United States during ASAPS meetings.
Over more than 20 years, I have performed more than 8,000 plastic surgeries. I am a full member of the Brazilian Society of Plastic Surgery (SBCP) and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS). The proportion of male patients in my practice has grown consistently, reflecting a global trend of greater acceptance of plastic surgery among men. International patients traveling for medical tourism in Brazil consistently choose our clinic for male facial rejuvenation.
The deep plane facelift is the surgery I take most pride in delivering. In male patients, that pride is amplified because the margin for error is smaller and the demand for naturalness is absolute. A result that feminizes or looks artificial is unacceptable. The commitment is to deliver the best version of who the patient already is, not a different version.
Why choose a surgeon with male facelift experience
The male facelift is not a female facelift adapted. It is a surgery with its own anatomical and aesthetic demands. The surgeon performing it must master:
- Execution details that preserve male identity: straight sideburn contour and lower malar fat grafting.
- Rigorous hemostatic control with the Auersvald net, justified by the higher vascularization of beard-bearing skin.
- Planning of the pre-auricular vector and follicle redraping so the beard does not migrate into the ear or leave pre-auricular gaps.
- Meticulous closure to minimize scars visible with short hair.
- Management of statistically higher risks in male patients (hematoma, TRT-related keloid risk, wider scars).
If you are considering a male facelift, look for a board-certified plastic surgeon with documented experience in male patients, who understands male facial anatomy and can demonstrate natural results in their case discussion during consultation. I offer online consultations for international patients exploring cosmetic surgery in Brazil.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can a male facelift look feminized?
A male facelift should not look feminized when male-specific execution details are respected. The base technique (deep plane, pre-auricular incision design, traction vector) is the same as in the female version. What prevents feminization are execution details: preserving the straight sideburn contour (rather than the curved female contour) and applying malar fat grafting in a lower position than in female patients. That malar placement is, in my experience, the only variable that would actually feminize the face if performed in the female pattern.
How do the scars look with short hair?
The incisions are positioned strategically for short hair: along the hairline margin with trichophytic technique, in the natural folds of the ear, and behind the ear. Once healed, they tend to become discreet even with very short hair. The submental scar sits in a natural fold under the chin.
Does the facelift compromise the beard?
A male facelift should not compromise the beard when incision design and follicle redraping are planned properly. The pre-auricular incision design is the same one used in female patients — I do not change the trace by gender. What I plan is the traction vector and the position of hair follicles after redraping, so the beard does not migrate into the ear or create pre-auricular gaps. The beard can be shaved normally after complete healing.
What is the ideal age for a male facelift?
The age range treated in the office is 40 to 80 years. The recommended age for the best balance between result and recovery is 40 to 70 years. Above 70 the procedure remains possible with individualized evaluation (cardiovascular condition, skin quality, anesthetic risk). Below 40, it is rarely indicated — sagging at that age usually does not justify the scope of the deep plane lift.
How long off work after a male facelift?
For remote work or light activities: 7 to 10 days. For in-person activities: 2 to 3 weeks. For intense physical effort (gym, sports): about 1 month. Many patients use their beard strategically to camouflage residual bruising.
Is the risk of hematoma higher in men?
The hematoma risk is statistically higher in men because beard-bearing skin is more intensely vascularized. I use the Auersvald hemostatic net, which significantly reduces this complication. Strict blood pressure control and discontinuation of anticoagulants and supplements are also required.
Does baldness or alopecia prevent a facelift?
Baldness or alopecia does not prevent a facelift, but it requires individualized evaluation. The temporal incision is adapted to follow the hairline margin with trichophytic technique. In more extensive alopecia, reduced available scalp may require smaller scars, which can limit lifting gain. In those cases, I assess whether the reduced result still justifies the procedure — an honest conversation during consultation, before any decision.
Can the male facelift be combined with other procedures?
The male facelift can be combined with other facial procedures when the combined plan is safer and anatomically coherent. I often combine the facelift with blepharoplasty, mentoplasty (chin implant), male rhinoplasty, and fat grafting in the same operation, optimizing recovery and overall results.
How long does the result last?
The deep plane facelift delivers results lasting 10 to 15 years in many male patients. Thicker male skin may, in some cases, contribute to longer durability by providing better support for the repositioned tissues. You will continue to age naturally, but the repositioned tissues usually preserve a younger appearance than the projected aging path without surgery. Durability depends on sun protection, weight control, not smoking, and management of conditions such as hypertension.
Does Dr. Zamarian perform mini-facelift, PDO threads, HIFU, or Ultherapy in men?
Mini-facelift, PDO threads, HIFU, and Ultherapy are not performed as alternatives to the deep plane facelift. PDO threads do not create real structural fixation and have high recurrence (especially in thicker male skin). HIFU and Ultherapy deliver only modest superficial firmness, insufficient for real facial sagging. A mini-facelift addresses only the lower third with superficial dissection, without retaining ligaments or deep neck work, and the result is short-lived in male patients. When the indication is real facial and cervical rejuvenation, the only technique I perform is the full deep plane facelift.
I'm on testosterone replacement therapy. Can I have a facelift?
Men on high-dose testosterone replacement may have a facelift only with a coordinated pause protocol. High-dose testosterone replacement can increase the risk of keloid scarring (hypertrophic, visible scars), particularly in the pre-auricular and temporal regions. The protocol is: discontinue replacement 2 months before surgery and keep the pause for 6 months after. This brings keloid risk back to levels comparable to patients not on TRT. The pause must be coordinated with the endocrinologist or urologist who manages the replacement.
What is the main technical difference between male and female facelift?
The base technique (deep plane, incisions, vector) is the same. The execution differences are three: (1) straight sideburn contour instead of the curved female one, (2) malar fat grafting positioned lower (the only detail that would actually feminize the face if placed high), and (3) rigorous use of the Auersvald hemostatic net to offset the higher vascularization of male skin due to the beard, which raises hematoma risk.
Does insurance or Medicare cover male facelift?
Male facelift for aesthetic rejuvenation is not covered by private health insurance, Medicare, or the Brazilian public health system (SUS). In rare situations with a documented functional component (for example, eyelid ptosis obstructing the visual field, when associated with upper blepharoplasty), individual review may be considered for the functional portion only. This review is done during the consultation, based on clinical examination and, when applicable, visual-field testing.
Why doesn't Dr. Zamarian publish before-and-after photos?
Out of respect for Brazilian CFM Resolution 1,974/2011 (which governs medical advertising in Brazil, where Dr. Zamarian practices) and as an editorial principle, we do not publish clinical photos of operated patients on open channels (website, social media, advertising material). During the in-person consultation, interested patients can view real clinical records of operated cases, with the due authorization of the photographed patients. This is the appropriate context to show results: within medical confidentiality, with analysis of the individual anatomy.
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