Facelift & Neck Lift (Rhytidectomy)

Dr. Sherman offers a range of facelift techniques including the short-scar facelift, mini facelift, neck lift, and endoscopic forehead lift — each customized to the patient's degree of laxity and aesthetic goals. He has refined the short-scar approach over 20+ years of practice. Procedures take two to three hours under general anesthesia or IV sedation, with recovery to light activity within one to two weeks.

Facial rejuvenation surgery at Dr. Sherman's Upper East Side practice encompasses the full spectrum of facelift procedures, from targeted mini lifts to comprehensive rhytidectomy with neck contouring. The short-scar facelift — which Dr. Sherman has performed for more than two decades — uses minimal incisions placed discreetly around the ear to redrape the mid-face and jawline with reduced recovery compared to traditional approaches. Mini facelift results have been documented to last approximately six years, making it a practical option for patients in their late forties and fifties who want meaningful improvement without an extended recovery. For patients with significant forehead heaviness or descended brow position, Dr. Sherman offers both the coronal forehead lift and the endoscopic variant, which uses three to five short incisions and a camera to lift and reposition the brow through minimal access. Neck lift surgery addresses platysmal bands and loose skin beneath the chin, redefining the jawline and creating a smoother cervical contour. All facelift procedures are performed at the Museum Mile Surgical Facility under the care of a board-certified anesthesiologist. Postoperative nursing support is available around the clock during any in-facility recovery. Drains are removed within one to three days. Dr. Sherman's practice welcomes patients traveling from outside New York, including international medical tourists, and can coordinate logistics with local hotels and transport from JFK or LaGuardia. Facelift surgery in Manhattan, particularly on the Upper East Side near Fifth Avenue, is sought by a globally mobile patient population who prioritize discretion, surgical quality, and natural-looking outcomes. PatientFi and CareCredit financing options are available.