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Laguna Beach, California, United States

Facelift Laguna Beach by Daniel C. Mills, MD, FACS

Facelift Laguna Beach, CA | Daniel C. Mills, MD, FACS

Facelift Laguna Beach, CA | Daniel C. Mills, MD, FACS

Understanding Facelift Surgery in Orange County

A facelift can help patients turn back the hands of time and restore a more youthful appearance. This popular procedure addresses common signs of aging such as wrinkles, jowls, and inelastic skin on the face and neck. Dr. Daniel C. Mills, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Laguna Beach, utilizes state-of-the-art techniques to rejuvenate facial aesthetics.

What is a Facelift?

Medically known as a rhytidectomy, a facelift is an aesthetic enhancement procedure designed to tighten underlying facial muscles, reduce excess skin, and create a firmer, smoother appearance in the middle to lower facial areas and neck.

Facelift Procedure Options

SMAS Facelift

The Sub-Muscular Aponeurotic System (SMAS) facelift is often the most effective technique for addressing jowling, facial wrinkles, and excess skin. Dr. Mills uses this method to lift and secure sagging skin and underlying muscle structures.

Midface Suspension Facelift

This technique repositions cheek fat pads and reduces prominent nasolabial folds. It can produce dramatic results by enhancing facial contours and restoring volume to the mid-face region.

Ideal Facelift Candidates

  • Individuals experiencing facial aging signs
  • Patients with moderate to severe skin laxity
  • Good overall health
  • Non-smokers

Recovery and Results

Most patients can resume normal activities within 10-14 days. Final results typically become apparent within three to six months, with patients often reporting looking approximately 10 years younger.

Complementary Procedures

Dr. Mills may recommend combining facelift surgery with complementary treatments such as:

  • Facial fat grafting
  • Eyelid surgery
  • Brow lift
  • Submental liposuction

Non-Surgical Alternatives

For patients seeking less invasive options, alternatives include:

  • Ultherapy®
  • Liquid facelift with dermal fillers
  • Laser skin rejuvenation

For more information about Facelift in Laguna Beach, CA, submit an enquiry to Daniel C. Mills, MD, FACS.

Daniel C. Mills, MD, FACS

Laguna Beach, California,

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Reviews (5)

R Reardon
March 17, 2025
During my visit staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Dr Mills is just absolutely amazing! I recommend his establishment to everyone.
Rikki Martin
March 14, 2025
Lynda Ledford
March 6, 2025
Dr Mills always does a wonderful job. I would trust his work and his opinion over any other doctor in His field. He is the very best. I’m so happy that I have the pleasure of being one of his many patients. I would highly recommend Dr. Mills.
Marianna Kovacs
March 5, 2025
Beautiful environment, professional staff and front office. My treatment with nurse Kindel was the most pleasant experience. She was Super attentive, provided expert, individualized care. I would gladly recommend Dr. Mills and his staff for any kind of esthetic procedure.
Gail Reinholdt
February 12, 2025
Dr Mills is an excellent plastic surgeon! I had my original implants done 21 years ago with no real issues - even though towards the end of that time my left breast capsulated and the ultrasound determined a rupture at the top. Dr Mills performed my 2nd implant surgery at 75 yrs old along with a lift - he did an amazing job and I had the latest gummy bear material for the implant and I am 100% satisfied. The second surgery literally had minimal pain. It has now been 1 yr later. I highly recommend Dr Mills for any of your plastic surgery needs. He is definitely a perfectionist!