Sagging skin, jowling, and a heavy neck are some of the most visible signs of facial aging — and often the ones patients feel change how they’re perceived, regardless of how they actually feel. Dr. Tara Chadab’s approach to facelift surgery is designed to restore a firmer, more defined jawline and neck while keeping the result looking like a natural, well-rested version of yourself — never pulled or overdone.
Dr. Tara Chadab is a plastic surgeon trained in facelift and necklift techniques at her Manhattan practice, often combining surgery with adjunctive procedures like brow lift, blepharoplasty, fat grafting, and laser resurfacing for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Dr. Tara Chadab brings a meticulous, artistic approach to facial rejuvenation. Dr. Chadab completed a six-year plastic surgery residency at Cornell and Columbia University Hospitals, followed by an elite aesthetic fellowship at the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute — one of the most competitive aesthetic training programs in the country. She has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications and lectured nationally on facial rejuvenation.
What Is a Facelift?
A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that addresses moderate to advanced signs of aging in the lower face and neck. Dr. Chadab tailors each facelift to the patient’s unique anatomy, addressing the deeper SMAS layer — rather than simply tightening the skin — for a longer-lasting, more natural-looking result that preserves the soft expressiveness of the face.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Facelift?
Ideal candidates are generally in good overall health and bothered by sagging cheeks, jowls, deep nasolabial folds, or loose skin along the neck. Most patients seeking a facelift are between their late 40s and 70s, though Dr. Chadab evaluates each patient individually. Non-smokers with realistic expectations and good skin quality tend to enjoy the most satisfying outcomes.
Facelift Procedure Details
Performed under anesthesia in an accredited surgical facility, a facelift typically takes three to five hours. Incisions are carefully placed within the hairline and around the natural contours of the ear, where they heal as nearly invisible scars. Dr. Chadab repositions deeper tissues, removes excess skin, and may combine the procedure with a neck lift, eyelid surgery, or fat grafting for a fully harmonized result.
Facelift Recovery and Results
Most patients require at least 24 hours of nursing care immediately following surgery, whether at home or in a nearby hotel, to ensure comfort, safety, and close monitoring during the initial recovery period. Bruising and swelling typically resolve over two to three weeks, and many return to work within 10 to 14 days. Final results continue to refine over several months, revealing a smoother jawline, lifted cheeks, and a more youthful neck contour. Results are long-lasting, with many patients enjoying their outcome for a decade or more.
FAQs
Why Choose Dr. Tara Chadab?
- Extensive Training: Residency at Cornell and Columbia, followed by an aesthetic fellowship at the Dallas Plastic Surgery Institute where she trained with global leaders in facial plastic surgery
- Natural-Looking Results: A signature focus on proportion, harmony, and subtle refinement — never overdone
- Individualized Technique: Facelift and necklift methods tailored to each patient’s anatomy for longer-lasting outcomes
- Personalized Care: Every treatment plan is built around your goals, anatomy, and lifestyle
- Research & Publications: Peer-reviewed publications and national speaking engagements in facial aesthetic surgery
Schedule Your Consultation
If you’re considering a facelift in New York City, please contact Dr. Tara Chadab’s office to schedule your private consultation. Discover how a personalized approach to facial rejuvenation can help you look as vibrant as you feel. Call (212) 517-9777 today to begin your journey.
