Comprehensive Guide by Dr. Kailash Narasimhan, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon – Serving St. Petersburg, Tampa & Clearwater, Florida
A facelift (rhytidectomy) is one of the most transformative cosmetic procedures available for addressing facial aging. However, many patients seeking a facelift also choose to combine it with additional procedures to enhance overall facial harmony, improve structural support, and achieve more complete rejuvenation. Combining procedures can improve results, reduce overall recovery time, and provide a balanced, natural appearance that complements your unique facial anatomy.
In this in-depth guide, we’ll explore the most commonly paired procedures with a facelift and why they’re often recommended together. As a trusted plastic surgeon in St. Petersburg, Tampa, and Clearwater, Dr. Kailash Narasimhan integrates both artistry and surgical expertise to tailor comprehensive treatment plans for each patient’s goals.
As we age, facial changes are not isolated to just one area. The aging process typically affects:
Because these changes occur in multiple layers and regions of the face, a facelift alone may not address all aging concerns. Combining procedures allows for a more holistic rejuvenation and often produces results that are:
In addition, combining procedures in a single surgical session can be more cost-effective and requires just one period of anesthesia and recovery.
The Most Common Complement to a Facelift
A neck lift is arguably the most frequently combined procedure with a facelift—and for good reason.
Aging doesn’t stop at the jawline. A significant part of a refreshed facial appearance involves the contours of the neck:
A traditional facelift without addressing the neck can leave lingering signs of aging below the jawline. A neck lift tightens the:
This restores a smoother, more defined neck and jawline that complements facelift improvements.
Patients often notice:
Because the neck and lower face age together, combining these procedures often delivers the most dramatic and natural transformation.
Aging around the eyes can betray your age, regardless of how youthful other facial areas appear.
Eyelid rejuvenation addresses:
Even after a facelift, older appearing eyelids can draw attention and undermine overall facial harmony.
Combining a facelift with blepharoplasty provides:
Depending on your anatomy, Dr. Narasimhan may recommend:
The choice depends on your specific concerns and the structural condition of your eyelids.
The brow region plays a significant role in facial expression and “age appearance.”
Sagging eyebrows can create:
If a patient has both facial sagging and forehead descent, addressing only the lower face could leave the upper face out of proportion.
By elevating the brow, we can:
A brow lift pairs beautifully with both blepharoplasty and facelift procedures.
Facial aging includes not just sagging, but volume loss—especially in:
A facelift repositions and tightens tissue, but it doesn’t restore lost volume. Volume replacement creates:
Dr. Narasimhan often uses autologous fat grafting, where fat is harvested from:
…and reinjected strategically into the face. This provides:
Combining volume restoration with a facelift enhances results while retaining natural facial proportions.
Surface texture and skin quality matter as much as deeper structural changes.
A facelift improves sagging—but doesn’t correct:
In combination with a facelift, these treatments give patients:
Although technically not always combined with a facelift, many patients seeking overall facial rejuvenation choose to address nasal shape or breathing concerns at the same time.
Facial proportions matter. A well-balanced nose can:
Combining rhinoplasty with other facial procedures is beneficial when:
Dr. Narasimhan’s expertise in both rhinoplasty and facelift gives patients a comprehensive rejuvenation option.
As we age, bone structure changes and soft tissues descend, affecting the jawline.
Enhancing the chin or jawline can:
Options include:
Chin and jawline refinement is often recommended when structural imbalance limits the overall effect of facial rejuvenation.
While not as common as other combinations, certain patients benefit from ear reshaping, especially if ear prominence becomes more noticeable after facelift tightening.
A facelift changes the tension and position of tissues around the ears. Addressing ear shape simultaneously helps:
Though less frequent, this combination is valuable for select patients.
Not all enhancements require surgery—and when paired correctly, they can amplify facelift results.
These treatments can be timed with the surgical recovery or spaced out afterward for ongoing maintenance.
Dr. Narasimhan performs a detailed facial analysis focusing on:
This enables a tailored surgical plan.
Combining procedures requires precise planning to:
While recovery varies by individual and procedure set, patients typically experience:
Dr. Narasimhan provides detailed after-care instructions to ensure smooth healing.
Not every patient needs every procedure—but many benefit from a multimodal approach. Ideal candidates:
During your consultation, Dr. Narasimhan will assess your anatomy and goals and help you decide the best plan.
Dr. Narasimhan is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in facial rejuvenation, including:
He takes a holistic, patient-centered approach, combining artistic vision with surgical precision to produce:
A facelift can be life-changing—but the best results often come from a strategic combination of procedures. By addressing the face as a cohesive whole rather than in isolated parts, Dr. Narasimhan helps patients achieve rejuvenation that looks refreshed—not overdone.
Whether you’re considering a facelift alone or with complementary procedures, your journey begins with a thoughtful evaluation and expert guidance.
👉 Schedule a consultation with Dr. Kailash Narasimhan today to explore your options and create a personalized rejuvenation plan that fits your goals.
