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Sarah Novis, MD, 1124-1 Sea Mountain Highway, North Myrtle Beach, SC (2026)

01/29/2026

Explaining jowls in 15 seconds.

As we age, all the volume from our cheeks descends, and there is a structural ligament at the corner of our mouth that extends under the chin called the mandibular ligament.

The skin and soft tissues get caught on that ligament and form this little pouch of skin and excess tissues called a jowl.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and necklift:
- No need for general anesthesia
- oral sedation with local anesthesia
- A full deep-plane lift with permanent results
- No drain tubes
- Reduced bruising and faster recovery
- Dr. Novis is a double board certified, female facial plastic surgeon and a facelift and necklift expert

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

01/28/2026

Less than 24 hours after her CURRENT Lift… and this is her first reveal.

Unwrapping day is always special, but this one really says it all.
No real pain. Just mild tightness. And a jawline she didn’t even know she had.

She sailed through a brow lift, facial fat grafting, deep plane facelift, and neck lift performed under local anesthesia with oral sedation. Seeing that moment when patients catch their reflection for the first time never gets old.

Natural. Refined. Still completely her.
And this is just day one.

Save this if you’re researching facelift recovery or curious what 24 hours post op can really look like.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and necklift:
- No need for general anesthesia
- oral sedation with local anesthesia
- A full deep-plane lift with permanent results
- No drain tubes
- Reduced bruising and faster recovery
- Dr. Novis is a double board certified, female facial plastic surgeon and a facelift and necklift expert

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

01/27/2026

A closer look at CURRENT Lift planning before surgery begins.

Here, you’re seeing the surgical roadmap for a deep plane facelift and neck lift designed entirely around anatomy, precision, and long-term natural results.

The markup is where outcomes are decided. Incision placement that allows hair to grow through the scar. Deep plane entry points chosen to improve contour and tissue coverage. Release of key facial ligaments to restore lift without tension. Platysmal band correction in the neck.

Dr. Novis is a double board certified, female facial plastic surgeon based in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Known for her expert technique and thoughtful approach, patients travel from across the country to see her for facial rejuvenation.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and necklift:
- No need for general anesthesia
- oral sedation with local anesthesia
- A full deep-plane lift with permanent results
- No drain tubes
- Reduced bruising and faster recovery
- Dr. Novis is a double board certified, female facial plastic surgeon and a facelift and necklift expert

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

01/26/2026

This patient has been counting the days.

What she’s most excited to say goodbye to is her neck.

This is a perfect example of why a CURRENT Lift works so beautifully. Her concern isn’t fat. It’s muscle laxity. The platysma has separated and relaxed over time, creating that ‘turkey neck’ appearance that no amount of liposuction can fix.

With a deep plane facelift and neck lift, we address the real issue. Reuniting the platysma, releasing restrictive ligaments, and restoring a smooth, natural neckline.

No more hiding on video calls. No more adjusting your posture to avoid the camera. Just a neck that matches how confident you feel.

01/24/2026

The secret to invisible facelift incisions

Facelift incisions are unavoidable. Noticeable scars are not.

On this beach walk, I explain exactly how I work to make facelift incisions fade into the background over time and become difficult to find by 6–12 months.

Here’s what truly matters:
• Incision planning
Every incision is carefully placed in natural creases or hidden within the hairline so it does not show when the hair is pulled back.

• The surgery itself
Tension is the enemy of good scars. A properly performed deep plane facelift lifts from deeper layers so the skin can heal without being pulled tight.

• Meticulous closure
I personally close every incision myself. Every stitch matters. This is your face.

• Post-operative care
Gentle handling and keeping incisions protected with ointment during healing plays a major role in how scars mature.

When scars are wide, raised, or visible, it is usually a sign of tension from the underlying facelift, not just the skin closure. That is why true scar revision often requires revising the entire lift.

The goal is simple: incisions you cannot find and results you can enjoy for years.

If there’s a topic you’d like me to cover on a future beach walk, leave it in the comments below

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and neck lift:
-No general anesthesia. Oral sedation with local anesthesia
-Full deep-plane technique for long-lasting, natural results
-No drain tubes
-Reduced bruising and smoother recovery
-Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in the face and neck

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

01/23/2026

My Philosophy.

A facelift should never look obvious.
It should never look tight, distorted, or overdone.

The goal is simple. You should look like the best version of yourself. Not someone else. Not a trend. Not a different face.

A well-done facelift addresses the underlying technical issues, including proper ligament release, to create results that are natural, balanced, and built to last.

Above all, it should be safe. That’s why I perform deep plane facelift and necklift procedures under local anesthesia with oral sedation, keeping medical risk closer to that of a dental procedure while still delivering powerful, long lasting results.

A facelift should be something you enjoy for years. One that quietly enhances what’s already there and lets you look refreshed, confident, and completely you.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and neck lift:
-No general anesthesia. Oral sedation with local anesthesia
-Full deep-plane technique for long-lasting, natural results
-No drain tubes
-Reduced bruising and smoother recovery
-Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in the face and neck

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

01/22/2026

Using donor fat from a deceased person as filler may sound shocking, but it’s now a real and newly introduced option in the U.S.

The fat is specially processed so it doesn’t trigger an immune response, but it also isn’t living tissue like traditional fat transfer. This technology holds interesting potential in both reconstructive and aesthetic medicine.

Would you consider this, or does it cross a line for you?
I’d love to hear your thoughts and start a conversation in the comments!

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and neck lift:
-No general anesthesia. Oral sedation with local anesthesia
-Full deep-plane technique for long-lasting, natural results
-No drain tubes
-Reduced bruising and smoother recovery
-Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in the face and neck

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

01/20/2026

Can you keep your dimples after a facelift?

This is a great question that I received from a follower in response to my Q&A prompt, where I asked you guys to send in questions that you would like me to answer in this weeks videos!

A dimple is a special connection between your skin and the muscle, and it’s one of those signature features many patients want to protect. In a deep plane facelift, I can carefully preserve these attachments so your smile looks just as it did before, only more youthful.

Dr. Sarah Novis is a double board-certified, female facial plastic surgeon based in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Known for her meticulous technique and thoughtful approach, patients travel from across the country for facial rejuvenation.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and neck lift:
-No general anesthesia. Oral sedation with local anesthesia
-Full deep-plane technique for long-lasting, natural results
-No drain tubes
-Reduced bruising and smoother recovery
-Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in the face and neck

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

01/19/2026

You asked, so let’s clear it up.

One of the most common questions from last week’s polls was whether filler around the mouth can affect a future facelift or lip lift. The short answer is no, not in the way most people worry about.
Filler around the mouth is actually one of the most predictable and appropriate areas to treat. It adds volume, lasts well, and can be dissolved if needed. A facelift does not operate around the mouth. The surgical dissection stops at the smile insertions because of important nerves and blood vessels, so lip or perioral filler does not interfere with facelift surgery.

When it comes to a lip lift, filler usually only needs to be dissolved if it has migrated above the red lip border. Otherwise, having a history of filler, or even recent filler, around the mouth is typically not a concern when planning facial surgery.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and neck lift:
-No general anesthesia. Oral sedation with local anesthesia
-Full deep-plane technique for natural, long-lasting results
-No drain tubes
-Reduced bruising and smoother recovery
-Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in the face and neck

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

01/18/2026

Refreshed. Defined. Still Her.

After a CURRENT Lift (deep plane facelift and neck lift performed under local anesthesia) and brow lift, her results have fully settled into a refreshed, natural look that still feels unmistakably like her. Her neck is smooth and defined, her jawline refined, and her brows softly lifted without looking overdone.

This was never about changing who she is. It was about restoring confidence and addressing concerns that had bothered her for years. At three months post-op, she feels comfortable, confident, and proud of her decision.

Dr. Sarah Novis is a double board-certified, female facial plastic surgeon based in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Known for her meticulous technique and thoughtful approach, patients travel from across the country for facial rejuvenation.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and neck lift:
-No general anesthesia. Oral sedation with local anesthesia
-Full deep-plane technique for long-lasting, natural results
-No drain tubes
-Reduced bruising and smoother recovery
-Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in the face and neck

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

www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

01/16/2026

One week post-op.

At just one week after her CURRENT Lift with brow lift, she is feeling incredible and so happy with her results. What she loves most is that she still looks like herself. Just refreshed, lifted, and confident.

She shared that her biggest fear was looking different. Instead, her friends can hardly believe how natural she looks. Mild yellow bruising and temporary swelling in the temples are completely normal at this stage, especially after a brow lift, and already settling beautifully.

At 75 years young, she chose to do this for herself. Her message is simple and powerful. Do it for you. Feel good in your own skin.

Dr. Sarah Novis is a double board-certified, female facial plastic surgeon based in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Known for her expert technique and thoughtful approach, patients travel from across the country for facial rejuvenation.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and neck lift:
-No general anesthesia. Oral sedation with local anesthesia
-Full deep-plane technique for natural, long-lasting results
-No drain tubes
-Reduced bruising and smoother recovery
-Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in the face and neck

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

www.currentfacialplasticsurgery.com

01/15/2026

Less than 24 hours after her CURRENT Lift (deep plane facelift and neck lift performed under local anesthesia) and brow lift, she is already showing beautiful early definition through the jawline, neck, and upper face. Her brows are lifted yet natural, her profile is refined, and she is experiencing minimal discomfort with very little bruising. These early results are always so rewarding to see and this is just the beginning.

Dr. Sarah Novis is a double board-certified, female facial plastic surgeon based in North Myrtle Beach, SC. Known for her expert technique and thoughtful approach, patients travel from across the country for facial rejuvenation.

Why patients choose Dr. Novis for their facelift and neck lift:
-No general anesthesia. Oral sedation with local anesthesia
-Full deep-plane lift for long-lasting, natural results
-No drain tubes
-Reduced bruising and smoother recovery
-Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon specializing exclusively in the face and neck

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

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