Are You a Good Candidate for a Minimally Invasive Percutaneous Facelift?

If you’re noticing the early signs of aging but want to avoid the long scars, extended downtime, and invasiveness of a traditional facelift, you may be the perfect candidate for the minimally invasive percutaneous facelift. At Los Angeles Plastic Surgery, renowned facial plastic surgeon Dr. John Anastasatos offers this groundbreaking procedure to patients across Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, and Southern California who seek subtle yet effective facial rejuvenation with minimal disruption to their lifestyle.

What Is a Percutaneous Facelift?

A percutaneous facelift is a next-generation facial procedure designed to lift and contour the midface using a single, small incision hidden in the hairline. This technique avoids the typical scars found in traditional facelifts by using a needle-based method that elevates the underlying structures without detaching the skin.

Unlike conventional facelifts, which often involve skin undermining and incisions around the ears, the percutaneous facelift uses a tiny incision—only a little more than an inch long—in the temporal scalp, completely hidden by the hair. Through this discreet entry point, the facial tissues are carefully repositioned using a specially designed needle that leaves no visible scarring.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

This innovative technique is ideal for individuals in their 30s to early 50s experiencing:

• Mild to moderate jowls
• Sagging cheeks or early descent of the malar fat pad
• Loss of cheek definition and contour
• Nasolabial folds beginning to deepen
• Corners of the mouth beginning to droop

It’s also a great solution for those who want more than fillers can offer, but aren’t ready for or don’t need a full traditional facelift. Since there’s no general anesthesia required, this is a safer option for many patients seeking a minimally invasive solution.

How the Procedure Works

The percutaneous facelift targets the malar fat pad, which plays a key role in facial aging. As this fat pad sags over time, it causes jowls, deep smile lines, and drooping cheeks. Dr. Anastasatos uses a specially invented needle—modeled after a knitting needle—to suspend and lift the tissue from within, correcting sagging without skin removal or surface incisions.

The procedure takes about one hour. It is usually done with local anesthesia, though sedation can be provided upon request. With minimal swelling and virtually no bruising, patients typically return to work in 2–3 days, making it a favorite for busy professionals and those with social commitments.

Benefits of the percutaneous facelift include:

• No visible scars
• No incisions around the ears
• Fast recovery (just a few days)
• Natural-looking results
• Can be performed awake
• Elevates cheeks, smooths jawline, lifts corners of the mouth

According to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 120,000 facelift procedures are performed annually in the U.S., and demand for minimally invasive options is rapidly growing, especially in image-conscious cities like Los Angeles.

Consult with Dr. John Anastasatos in Los Angeles

If you’re considering a discreet, effective facial rejuvenation, the percutaneous facelift may be your ideal solution. Dr. John Anastasatos, a globally recognized plastic surgeon in Los Angeles, combines surgical precision with an artistic eye to deliver natural, refreshed results without the downtime of a traditional facelift.

Contact Los Angeles Plastic Surgery today to schedule your consultation and find out if this minimally invasive procedure is right for you.