As a deep plane facelift specialist and internationally-renowned plastic surgery educator, Dr. Brannon Claytor has adopted many advancements in facelift technique over the years. One of the most significant, yet not widely discussed, is the ability to undergo a facelift while you are awake. What is an awake facelift? An “awake” facelift is performed using […]
Botox injections and a surgical brow lift are both effective ways to rejuvenate the upper face. Some patients can achieve the brow lift effect they desire with Botox-type injectables, while others may be happier with a surgical procedure. Here, Bryn Mawr plastic surgeon and expert injector Dr. R. Brannon Claytor explains when Botox can substitute […]
Sometimes one needs a little help to feel as vibrant on the outside as the inside. In this insightful Q&A session with Dr. Claytor, you’ll learn the ins and outs of facelifts and discover the steps to take toward a more confident you. How do I know when I need a facelift? Let’s face it; […]
If you have used Ozempic® or similar medications for medical weight loss, we congratulate you on your progress! However, we understand that this solution may have brought about a unique challenge: the phenomenon known as “Ozempic face.” Here’s what we know about semaglutide-related facial aging, and how facelifts can address these changes. Ozempic face: Loose […]
When considering a facelift, selecting a top facelift surgeon is the single most important decision you will make. A facelift is not just a medical procedure; it’s a highly nuanced form of surgical artistry that blends science and aesthetics to rejuvenate your facial appearance with transformative results that appear remarkably natural. Here, Philadelphia facelift surgeon […]
You may have heard of the trending “vertical” face and neck lift, a marketing term for a combination of the most advanced approaches to addressing facial descent and aging. Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. R. Brannon Claytor performs vertical facelifts using the deep plane facelift; when appropriate, he will also incorporate other techniques and procedures to […]
Dr. R. Brannon Claytor, Chief of Plastic Surgery for Main Line Health, is a nationally-recognized double board-certified Philadelphia plastic surgeon who performs a unique facial cosmetic procedure called a “LaMiNa” (Laser + Microneedling + Nanofat), also known as a Biologics + CO2 Laser Skin Tightening (BLT) treatment, to significantly enhance facial rejuvenation outcomes for his […]
Bryn Mawr, PA, June 28, 2023/PRNewswire/—Dr. Claytor first recorded his video about deep plane facelifts because so many patients were asking the same questions during consultations. In the video, Dr. Claytor stands in front of a dry erase board and speaks for a little more than twelve minutes, drawing illustrations as he goes, explaining the […]
Men are a growing percentage of facelift patients, and male celebrities, such as fashion designer Marc Jacobs, as well as men across the U.S. are regularly choosing facelift surgery to restore a more youthful appearance. However, not all facelift surgeons understand how the procedure should be modified to preserve a manly appearance. Here, Philadelphia plastic […]
All surgical facelifts are intended to take years off of your appearance by tightening the muscles and tissue along the jawline, cheeks, and neck—though they differ in technique and cosmetic outcomes. The key difference in a deep plane facelift is that the underlying facial musculature is also treated. This technique provides more support for the […]
