Written by Patrick Sullivan, M.D. FACS
Last Updated: March 8, 2010
A: Simply put, a “Stem Cell Facelift” uses adult stem cells harvested from a patient’s own body fat to augment soft tissue in the facial region. It is part of the liposculpture technique that I have been performing for well over 10 years, in that it uses a patient’s own fat and concentrated stem cells to build new soft tissue. With the stem cell facelift, extra care...
Written by Patrick Sullivan, M.D. FACS
Last Updated: February 22, 2010
Q: Why do facelift patients stay overnight in an “off-site” facility?
A: Safety is always my number one priority. After a full face and neck rejuvenation, I ask that my patients recover in the care of one of my specially trained private-duty nurses at a private facility — instead of in a hospital — so that they are not exposed to people who are sick or otherwise unwell. Reducing patien...