Sarah Novis, MD

Sarah Novis, MD Double board certified Facial Plastic Surgeon providing exceptional personalized care

04/25/2026

Day 6 CURRENT Lift Check in

She added a fully ablative laser treatment on top of a full deep plane face and neck lift, fat grafting, and a temporal brow lift. Less than a week out and she is healing beautifully. This is exactly what we want to see at this stage.

She chose to do everything under local anesthesia, and her experience says it all… not a big deal.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift technique.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

Fresh out of surgery, and already a powerful transformation.This patient underwent a deep plane face and neck lift, full...
04/24/2026

Fresh out of surgery, and already a powerful transformation.

This patient underwent a deep plane face and neck lift, full face fat grafting, and a temporal brow lift.

Nothing looks tight or overdone. Just lifted, refreshed, and truly natural.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift technique.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

04/23/2026

Less than 24 hours post op… and this is the worst it gets.

Swelling is at its peak. The laser is fresh. That redness you’re seeing is from a fully ablative laser, which is the heavy hitter when it comes to skin quality.

Why we do it:
• Targets fine lines and deeper wrinkles
• Smooths that crepey skin around the eyes
• Softens lines around the mouth
• Improves overall texture, tone, and brightness

This patient had significant ligamentous tension holding everything down. Once those were fully released, 3 cm of excess skin was able to be removed from around the ears once her tissue was lifted and redraped to a natural, youthful position.

Stay tuned to see the rest of her healing journey!

04/22/2026

Planning is everything.

Every marking you see is intentional. Incisions are placed to preserve hair follicles and hide within natural contours so they heal virtually undetectable, even with hair pulled back.

But more importantly, these markings map the deeper work. A true deep plane facelift releases key ligament attachments beneath the surface, allowing the face to lift naturally without looking tight or pulled.

This is how natural results start. Precision, anatomy, and thoughtful design.

Dr. Novis is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

04/20/2026

She traveled all the way from Connecticut for this moment. Not because she needed to change who she is, but because she’s ready to step into her 60's feeling like the best version of herself.

Today’s plan:
• Deep plane face and neck lift
• Temporal brow lift for brighter, more open eyes
• Full face fat grafting to restore soft, natural volume
• Laser to refine and polish the skin

She’s already beautiful. This will just bring everything back into harmony.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

04/19/2026

Why I don’t require patients to remove their hair or lash extensions before surgery.

The short answer is simple. If it doesn’t easily come out, I don’t make you remove it.

Everything is thoroughly cleansed and prepped, just like the rest of you. Yes, surgical prep solutions like Betadine can be a little tough on adhesives, so I can’t promise every lash or extension will make it through. But in most cases, the majority are preserved.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

04/18/2026

What to look for in a facelift consultation.

This first meeting matters more than most people realize. It is where you and your surgeon decide if this is the right fit for you and your goals.

Here is what you should expect:
• You should feel heard. A good consultation starts with listening, not telling
• You should leave informed. The procedure, recovery, and expected results should all be clearly explained
• You should have time to ask questions. And never feel rushed or dismissed
• You should have control. Your treatment plan should be tailored to you, not a one size fits all approach
• You should never feel pressured. This is not a sales pitch. It is a decision that deserves time and thought

Red flags are just as important as green ones. If something feels off, it probably is.

The right surgeon will guide you, educate you, and respect your goals every step of the way.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

04/16/2026

Why I don’t use drains after a facelift.

A lot of patients come in worried about managing drains and seeing blood after surgery. The reality is, with modern technique, they often aren’t necessary.

Traditional facelifts involved lifting a large layer of skin off the underlying muscle, which created a space where fluid could collect. Drains were used to remove that fluid and support healing.

With a preservation deep plane facelift, the approach is completely different. There is minimal skin separation, and the work is done in a deeper layer beneath the muscle. That means there isn’t a large space for fluid to accumulate in the first place.

Because of this, and because I perform my procedures under local anesthesia in a more controlled, gentle way, my patients do not need drains and still heal beautifully.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

04/15/2026

Staples Vs. Stitches

Both close an incision, but they are not the same when it comes to precision.

With stitches, I’m placing very fine suture material one by one. That allows me complete control over how the skin edges come together not just side to side, but in depth. That precision matters for how a scar heals and how invisible it becomes.

Staples are faster and easier. But they only bring the skin together on the surface. You lose that layer-by-layer alignment, which can lead to mismatch and a less refined scar.

There’s a time and place for speed.
Your face is not one of them.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

Filler vs fat grafting… this is where a lot of people get confusedFiller is designed for the surfaceThink fine lines, wr...
04/14/2026

Filler vs fat grafting… this is where a lot of people get confused

Filler is designed for the surface
Think fine lines, wrinkles, and lips

Fat grafting restores structure
It replaces the volume we naturally lose with aging and helps bring the face back into balance

The problem happens when filler is used to do fat’s job
That’s when you start to see puffiness, heaviness, and that overfilled look

Neither one is “bad”
They just have to be used in the right place

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

04/13/2026

How do you actually know if your surgeon is board certified?

Every recognized medical board has a searchable online database where you can verify a surgeon’s credentials. That means you don’t have to guess or take anyone’s word for it. You can look it up yourself.

As a facial plastic surgeon, I’m certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, and also by the American Board of Otolaryngology. My training and practice are focused entirely on the face and neck.

You may also come across surgeons certified in plastic surgery through the American Board of Plastic Surgery. These surgeons are trained in procedures of the face, breast, and body.

Neither is “better” across the board. What matters is that your surgeon is properly board certified and experienced in the specific procedure you’re considering.

Bottom line: do your homework. The right credentials matter, especially when it comes to your face.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

04/12/2026

If you have to sneeze after your facelift, let it happen.

It is a common question, and an important one. A normal sneeze is very unlikely to damage anything from the facelift itself. What can be more problematic is trying to hold it in. Trapping that pressure can increase the chance of a small blood vessel leaking or bleeding under the skin.

So if you feel a sneeze coming on during recovery, do not panic. Just let it out and do not worry.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified facial plastic surgeon in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Patients travel from across the country for her signature CURRENT Lift.

For more information:
(843) 371-1610
info@currentfacialplasticsurgery.com
www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

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