{"id":14527,"date":"2022-08-29T11:28:39","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T16:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sarasotasurgicalarts.com\/?p=14527"},"modified":"2025-04-29T21:07:26","modified_gmt":"2025-04-29T21:07:26","slug":"how-long-does-a-smartlift-last","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sarasotasurgicalarts.com\/blog\/how-long-does-a-smartlift-last\/","title":{"rendered":"How Long Does A SmartLift Last?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sarasotasurgicalarts.com\/face\/smartlift-mini-facelift-sarasota\/\">SmartLift<\/a> is Dr. Sessa\u2019s less invasive version of a traditional facelift that uses minimal incisions while still offering results that look years younger. It is best for those who are still fairly early in the advanced aging process, though can benefit nearly anyone. Since a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sarasotasurgicalarts.com\/face\/facelift-sarasota-tampa\/\">facelift<\/a> is known to last an average of about ten years, patients often ask, \u201cHow long does a SmartLift last?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A SmartLift tends to last about ten years as well. Though, there are several factors that contribute to the longevity of any facelift. A traditional facelift may last longer than a SmartLift for some people, while a SmartLift may last just as long or longer than a traditional facelift for others. It is largely up to your existing anatomy and how you care for your skin after the surgery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For the most part, a SmartLift and a traditional facelift have comparable longevities. You can work to promote the longest lasting results after either procedure by wearing sunscreen daily, taking good care of your skin, and undergoing non-invasive procedures like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sarasotasurgicalarts.com\/botox-sarasota\/\">Botox<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To learn more and schedule a consultation, call us at <a href=\"tel:941-923-1736\">941-923-1736<\/a>. You can also reach out online via chat, contact form, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sarasotasurgicalarts.com\/instantquote\/\">Price Simulator<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A SmartLift is Dr. Sessa\u2019s less invasive version of a traditional facelift that uses minimal incisions while still offering results that look years younger. It is best for those who are still fairly early in the advanced aging process, though can benefit nearly anyone. 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