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Louis P. Bucky, MD, FACS
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# Brow Lift
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Our board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Louis Bucky, often performs a brow lift in conjunction with a . A brow lift is used to tighten the skin of your forehead, removing your “frown lines” and wrinkles and helping to create a more youthful appearance. A forehead lift or brow lift can help restore vibrancy to your face. Natural-looking results virtually undo the unwanted effects of time. Dr. Bucky provides exceptional patient recovery care.
## Your Individual Goals
Your goals will be discussed realistically with Dr. Bucky. Forehead lifts are often performed in conjunction with other facial surgeries. Together you will decide which procedures Dr. Bucky will perform in order to achieve your desired results. You will set a date for surgery and be given instructions on how to prepare.
## Brow Lift Procedure Details
Your forehead lift will be performed under general anesthesia administered by a Board Certified Anesthesiologist. The duration of brow lift cosmetic surgery depends upon which procedures Philadelphia Board Certified surgeon Dr. Bucky is performing. He will either use the classic method or the endoscopic method to tighten your brow. Both procedures involve inconspicuous incisions in the hairline. Dr. Bucky will then tighten your brow skin and remove any excess tissue that causes drooping. He will then reset your brow line so that it can heal. Dr. Bucky works with a Board Certified operating team.
## Recovery from Brow Lift Surgery
Dr. Bucky and our team have developed a unique postoperative care program designed to expedite the recovery process following your brow lift surgery. You will have access to a vitamin regimen, a personal nurse, have two nurses caring for you, and Dr. Bucky will check on you mornings and afternoons. Lymphatic massage is available at your request.
## Why Should Dr. Bucky Perform My Brow Lift?
He performs over 400 facial rejuvenation procedures per year and considers **facial surgery his primary area of interest**.
He is **skilled in both surgical and non-surgical rejuvenation** of the brow, as well as endoscopic brow lifts.
Dr. Bucky and his team have developed a **fast-track recovery for brow lift** that is designed to help **enhance results and recuperation**.
## Contact Dr. Bucky
If you are in Philadelphia, browlift surgery by board-certified plastic surgeon Louis P. Bucky, MD can help restore vibrancy to your face. Contact him today.
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# Chin Augmentation
A disproportionately small or “weak” chin can have a significant effect on one’s entire facial appearance. By using a chin implant to supplement natural bone structure, our board-certified plastic surgeon—Dr. Louis P. Bucky—can recontour one’s facial profile while creating a stronger, more pronounced jawline. Known as a chin augmentation, this procedure can also help lessen the extent of age-related tissue sagging by providing additional support for neck musculature and skin suspended from the jaw. At our practice, chin augmentation is often combined with other facial treatments, such as  surgery or , for an even greater degree of enhancement and improved harmony among facial features.
## Customizing Chin Augmentation to Meet Your Needs & Desires
Chin implants are available in several different sizes and shapes. Dr. Bucky will discuss all of your options with you during the consultation process to determine the implant that is most appropriate for your needs. The actual procedure can be conducted by itself or in conjunction with another surgical or non-surgical treatment should you desire a more comprehensive enhancement. Based on your personal goals and expectations, Dr. Bucky will work with you to custom-tailor an approach that effectively achieves the aesthetic result you desire.
## The Chin Augmentation Procedure
To perform chin augmentation, Dr. Bucky will make a small incision either inside the mouth or discreetly in a crease below the chin. He will then carefully insert a silicone elastomer implant through the opening and position it for an ideal aesthetic outcome. Once the implant is secured in place and an optimal result is achieved, Dr. Bucky will close the incision via tiny sutures. For most patients, chin augmentation is performed under general anesthesia and typically takes about one to two hours to complete, though this timeframe may vary if other treatments are being administered at the same time.
## Recovery
Dr. Bucky typically performs surgical procedures at Pennsylvania Hospital and Tuttleman Surgery Center alongside a Board Certified Anesthesiologist and a Board Certified Nurse Anesthetist. Following your surgery, Dr. Bucky’s extensive post-operative care program allows our patients to recover more rapidly, as they are provided with custom-tailored pre-operative vitamin regimens, nursing, and post-operative protocols.
## Why Should Dr. Louis Bucky Perform My Chin Augmentation?
Dr. Bucky’s **primary area of interest** is facial surgery.
He is considered a **leader in facial enhancements**.
Dr. Bucky performs over **400 facial procedures per year**.
He delivers national presentations on the **latest advancements in facial surgery**.
## Contact Our Office
To learn more about Dr. Bucky and how a chin augmentation can help you achieve your aesthetic goals, please contact our office today.
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# The Xact Mini Neck Lift & Face Lift
As a leader in plastic surgery, Dr. Bucky is pleased to bring a breakthrough in facelift technology to Philadelphia. Xact facial rejuvenation is an exciting innovation that offers an alternative for patients who are not ready for a traditional facelift surgery, but are seeking smoother, tighter skin beyond what can be accomplished with fillers or other non-surgical methods.
## Dr. Bucky & Xact Mini Neck & Face Lift in the Media
### Dr. Bucky Featured in the November 2019 Issue of Philadelphia Style
### Dr. Bucky Featured in the May 2022 Issue of Philadelphia Style
## Minimally Invasive Facelift With Xact™
Many patients are interested in a mini facelift procedure that can provide maximal results. Unfortunately, the mini facelift is an ambiguous term that describes a limited procedure with limited results. The disappointment associated with many facelifts is due to the ambiguity of the procedure, as well as the variability of what it can achieve.
Recently, Dr. Bucky developed a procedure called the Xact Lift, utilizing a new device that allows him to correctly and anatomically elevate tissues with minimal incisions. This procedure can be performed on the neck or the mid-face in select patients.
As a leader in plastic surgery, Dr. Bucky is pleased to offer this breakthrough in a minimally face and neck lift technology to patients in Philadelphia, PA, and beyond. Xact Lift facial rejuvenation is an exciting innovation that offers an alternative for patients who are not ready for traditional facelift surgery but are seeking smoother, tighter skin beyond what can be accomplished with fillers or other non-surgical methods.
Dr. Bucky and his colleague, Dr. Christopher Godek, are proud to have pioneered the development of the Xact device and have performed over 500 Xact procedures on the neck and mid-face over the last five years.
## Face and Neck Rejuvenation with Xact
Xact is an FDA-cleared suturing device that can be used to lift the mid-face or tighten the neck with just 2 small incisions. Xact allows Dr. Bucky to utilize his surgical skill to lift and contour the facial tissue in a manner that is precise but requires less downtime than our standard facelift. Facial rejuvenation with Xact is a much-needed solution for patients who are not satisfied with their results from anti-aging products or injectable treatments yet are not ready for a full facelift surgery. In addition, the Xact lift is perfect for the younger patient looking for a more defined jaw line.
The Xact Lift for the mid-face is a procedure that elevates the cheek or mid-face region, as well as the lateral brow, from a small hairline incision. This procedure, combined with additional fat grafting, provides tremendous facial rejuvenation in patients who experience drooping of their mid-face structures or deepening of their nasolabial folds. The procedure can be performed under intravenous sedation and has an excellent longevity of 5 to 7 years.
The Xact neck lift works by tightening the underlying platysma muscle of the neck to give a sharper jawline and reduce the bands that can develop over time. This procedure can be performed with local anesthesia and intravenous sedation in most patients. The Xact Lift for the neck is ideal for a young patient who has identified a softening of the neck without evidence of facial aging. It is also excellent for a patient who’s had a previous face and neck lift that needs additional isolated tightening to the neck. The procedure takes half the amount of time of an isolated neck lift and lasts roughly half as long.
## Benefits of a Minimally Invasive Facelift with Xact
* Minimal downtime
* Lifts and shapes the cheeks that have deflated with time
* Restores a youthful appearance
* Tightens the neck and redefines the jawline
* Incisions are less than 1 inch long and placed to avoid visible scarring
* Possible alternative for patients who are not ready for a traditional facelift
* Offers an effective option for patients who are not able to achieve desired results with injectables or other non-surgical treatments
## What Can I Expect During My Xact Procedure?
The first step is a consultation appointment with Dr. Bucky at which you will discuss your aesthetic goals and determine if the Xact Lift is right for you. The face and neck rejuvenation procedures with Xact are unique because they are surgical, but less invasive than a traditional face or neck lift. If your Xact Lift procedure is focused on lifting and tightening the midface area, Dr. Bucky will make two very small incisions along your hairline. For neck rejuvenation with Xact, incisions will be made behind each ear.
## Recovery After Xact Facelift
A quicker recovery time is one of the advantages of a face or neck rejuvenation procedure with Xact Lift. Each patient is unique, but patients can typically expect to resume regular activities in 5-7 days. You may experience mild bruising or some discomfort, which can be managed with over-the-counter medication.
## What Results Can I Expect from My Xact Facelift?
Dr. Bucky is highly experienced in delivering natural-looking results with personalized treatment plans. Your individual results will depend on a number of factors, including your goals which Dr. Bucky will discuss in detail with you before your procedure. In general, you can expect to look refreshed, with smoother skin and a more youthful appearance. In addition to overall rejuvenation, an Xact facelift may improve the look of the lower eyelids or soften banded wrinkling on the neck.
## Who is a Candidate for a Minimally Invasive Facelift with Xact?
Xact facial rejuvenation is ideal for men and women, typically in their 40 or 50s, who are seeking an effective treatment with long-term results. Xact may be right for you if you are seeking a solution to address early signs of aging, including loss of volume in the mid-face or softening of the jawline. Patients with deep wrinkles or more advanced signs of aging may be better suited for a traditional surgical facelift. The best way to determine if this procedure is right for you is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Bucky in Philadelphia or Ardmore.
## Frequently Asked Questions About Xact Facelift
### How Much Does an Xact Facelift Cost?
Pricing for your personalized treatment plan can vary based on a number of factors. Bucky Plastic Surgery offers financing options for qualified patients.
### How is Xact Facelifting Different From a Thread Lift?
The only similarity between an Xact procedure and a thread lift is the minimal need for anesthesia. Thread lifts, in which threaded barbs are inserted under the skin with the intention of providing lift, have limited longevity and may not help every patient achieve their desired results. While thread lifts may be performed by a variety of providers with varying degrees of experience, an Xact procedure is performed by a plastic surgeon who has the skill and experience to utilize an advanced device to precisely contour underlying facial tissue.
### Will I Have Visible Scars After My Xact Procedure?
The incisions that Dr. Bucky will make for an Xact procedure are small and placed strategically so that they will be very well-concealed and virtually unnoticeable.
### Can an Xact Facelift be Combined With Other Procedures?
Dr. Bucky can combine Xact with  for patients who would benefit from added volume.
### How Long Will My Results Last?
The longevity of your results can vary depending on your age, genes, skincare routine, and overall lifestyle. Initial results with this new procedure have lasted up to 5 years and may continue beyond that.
## Get Minimally Invasive Facial Rejuvenation in Philadelphia
If you are interested in Xact or would like to learn more about minimally invasive options to restore a youthful appearance, contact our office today. We’re happy to answer any questions or schedule your consultation appointment with Dr. Bucky.
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