How To Slim Your Face With Fillers vs. a Facelift (Updated 2025)

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Both dermal fillers and facelifts can turn back the clock, but they can also contour and refine the face’s proportions. While a facelift can make you look younger, it can also draw out slimming angles and definition in your lower face and neck. Similarly, while fillers can smooth away wrinkles and folds, they can also sharpen and elevate the features in a way that flatters your face’s shape.

Facial slimming often comes down to balancing proportions and creating crisp definition—and both fillers and facelifts achieve that in their own way. Take a look at the diagram below to see whether dermal fillers vs. a facelift is right for you.

Real Before and After Photos

See the difference in facial rejuvenation for yourself with these real patient before and after photos.

Before & After Rejuvelift™ - Mini Lift Case 15 View #1 View in Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, NY
Before and After Facelift in Staten Island, New York, by Louis C. Cutolo, Jr.
Before & After Rejuvelift™ - Mini Lift Case 14 View #1 View in Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, NY
Before and After Facelift in Staten Island, New York, by Louis C. Cutolo, Jr.
Before & After Rejuvelift™ - Mini Lift Case 48 View #1 View in Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, NY
Before and After Facelift in Staten Island, New York, by Louis C. Cutolo, Jr.
Before & After Rejuvelift™ - Mini Lift Case 229 View #1 View in Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, NY
Before and After Facelift in Staten Island, New York, by Louis C. Cutolo, Jr.
Before & After Dermal Fillers Case 11 View #1 View in Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, NY
Before and After Dermal Fillers in Staten Island, New York, by Louis C. Cutolo, Jr.
Before & After Dermal Fillers Case 11 View #2 View in Brooklyn, Staten Island, Queens, NY
Before and After Dermal Fillers in Staten Island, New York, by Louis C. Cutolo, Jr.

Curious what else a facelift can do for your appearance? Learn more in this blog post.

Facelift vs. Dermal Fillers: How Do They Compare?

Aspect Dermal Fillers Facelift Surgery
Procedure Type Non-surgical, injectable Surgical
Primary Benefits Adds volume, smooths wrinkles, enhances contours Removes excess skin, tightens muscles, redefines jawline
Ideal Candidates Individuals with mild to moderate volume loss Individuals with significant skin laxity and sagging
Downtime Minimal (often resume activities same day) Moderate (typically 2–3 weeks for recovery)
Longevity of Results 6–18 months, depending on product and area treated 10–15 years, with proper maintenance
Cost Lower per session; cumulative cost over time Higher upfront cost; long-term investment

Explore Your Facial Slimming Options

If you would like to learn more about facelifts, dermal fillers, or other facial treatments that can help you look and feel your best, please request a consultation online or call (718) 720-9400.

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