Facial surgery is about balance, expression, and subtle refinement, not changing who you are. Dr. Terry Restivo offers a comprehensive range of facial procedures guided by careful evaluation, anatomical understanding, and a commitment to natural-looking results.
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Facial Procedures Offered
Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid Surgery
Eyelid surgery addresses changes around the eyes that affect expression, comfort, or appearance. This procedure focuses on restoring balance to the upper and lower eyelids while preserving natural shape and movement, helping the eyes look refreshed rather than altered.
Lower Eyelid Surgery
Lower Eyelid Surgery
Lower eyelid surgery is designed to improve contour beneath the eyes by addressing puffiness, loose skin, or shadowing. The goal is a smoother transition between the eyelid and cheek while maintaining softness and avoiding an overcorrected look.
Upper Eyelid Surgery
Upper Eyelid Surgery
Upper eyelid surgery focuses on reducing excess skin that can create heaviness or limit openness. When thoughtfully planned, it improves comfort and appearance while preserving natural eye shape and expression.
Facelift
Facelift
A facelift addresses changes in the lower face and jawline by repositioning deeper tissue and refining contour. Rather than tightening skin alone, the procedure restores structure to create balanced, age-appropriate results that evolve naturally over time.
Brow Lift
Brow Lift
A brow lift repositions the brows to improve balance and openness in the upper face. This procedure can soften a tired or stern expression while maintaining natural movement and avoiding an exaggerated or surprised appearance.
Neck Lift
Neck Lift
Neck lift surgery focuses on improving laxity beneath the chin and along the neck. By addressing skin and underlying structure, it restores definition and smoother transitions between the neck and jawline.
Forehead Reduction
Forehead Reduction
Forehead reduction, also known as hairline-lowering surgery, shortens the vertical height of the forehead. The procedure is designed to improve facial proportion while maintaining a natural hairline and soft integration with surrounding features.
Lip Lift
Lip Lift
A lip lift enhances upper lip visibility by adjusting the structure rather than adding volume. This procedure can improve balance around the mouth and create a more expressive smile without the fullness associated with fillers.
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty
Rhinoplasty reshapes the nose to improve proportion, symmetry, or function, whether addressing appearance, breathing, or both. The goal is refinement that integrates seamlessly with the rest of the face.
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Non-Surgical Facial Options Are Also Available
Not every facial concern requires surgery. Many patients benefit from non-surgical treatments that refine skin quality, restore subtle volume, or soften expression without downtime. At Restivo Plastic Surgery, non-surgical facial services include injectables, skin rejuvenation treatments, and energy-based therapies.
These options are often used on their own or thoughtfully paired with surgery to support balance, maintenance, and long-term results. Recommendations are always guided by patient goals rather than default treatment paths.
Why Choose Restivo Plastic Surgery?
Facial surgery requires nuance, restraint, and a deep understanding of proportion. At Restivo Plastic Surgery, facial procedures are guided by careful evaluation and patient priorities, with an emphasis on preserving expression and natural identity rather than imposing change.
Surgical Judgment Focused on Balance
Dr. Restivo approaches facial surgery with attention to how features relate to one another, not in isolation. This perspective supports results that feel cohesive, refined, and appropriate for the individual's face.
Experience Across the Full Spectrum of Facial Care
With training in both general and plastic surgery, Dr. Restivo brings a broad understanding of facial anatomy, healing, and long-term outcomes to procedures ranging from eyelid surgery to facelift and rhinoplasty.
Honest, Measured Recommendations
Patients receive clear guidance about what surgery can realistically achieve. Recommendations are made thoughtfully, with restraint and respect for the patient’s goals and comfort level.
Facial care is delivered with discretion, clarity, and a commitment to results that feel natural, intentional, and enduring.
Where Care Feels Intentional
Every detail supports a patient-first experience. Visits are designed to feel unrushed, thoughtful, and honest. As a boutique, female-led practice, Restivo Plastic Surgery offers a discreet and calm setting for asking questions, exploring options, and feeling fully supported.
Frequently Asked Questions Facial Surgery
How do I know whether facial surgery or a non-surgical treatment is more appropriate?
This depends on the type and extent of concern. During consultation, Dr. Restivo helps clarify whether surgery, non-surgical care, or a combination will best support your goals and expectations.
Is it common to address more than one facial area at the same time?
Yes. Many patients notice related changes across the face. Combining procedures may be appropriate in some cases, though decisions are always guided by safety, balance, and recovery considerations.
Will facial surgery change how expressive my face looks?
The goal is refinement, not restriction. Procedures are planned to preserve natural movement and expression while restoring balance and proportion.
How long should I plan for recovery after facial surgery?
Recovery varies depending on the procedure and individual healing. Dr. Restivo discusses realistic timelines so patients can plan work, social activity, and support comfortably.
Can facial surgery address both cosmetic and functional concerns?
Some procedures, such as eyelid surgery or rhinoplasty, may address both appearance and function. These considerations are evaluated together during consultation.
What if I’m interested in surgery but want a very subtle result?
Many patients share this goal. Surgical planning emphasizes restraint and proportion, with recommendations shaped around natural-looking outcomes rather than dramatic change.
Is facial surgery appropriate if I’ve already had procedures elsewhere?
Patients often seek care after previous treatments. Dr. Restivo provides honest guidance, including whether revision or additional surgery is appropriate.
How long do facial surgery results typically last?
Results are designed to be long-lasting, though natural aging continues. Longevity depends on the procedure, skin quality, lifestyle, and overall health.
Can non-surgical treatments help maintain surgical results?
Yes. Injectables and skin treatments are often used to support and maintain surgical outcomes over time, depending on individual goals.
What is the role of consultation in facial surgery planning?
Consultations are meant to provide clarity. Many patients use them to understand options and timing before deciding whether or when to proceed.
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