What does an “awake” deep plane facelift actually mean? One of the most common questions I receive is whether patients are truly awake during surgery. When I say “awake,” I mean my patients are breathing independently, maintaining control of their own bodily functions, and are able to communicate with me if needed. However, that doesn’t mean they’re fully alert throughout the procedure. With local anesthesia and oral sedation, my patients are extremely relaxed, and most report little to no recollection of the surgery. Some remember getting up for a bathroom break or having a brief conversation, while others remember very little at all. The beauty of this technique is that my patients remain comfortable and numb while maintaining the ability to communicate if something doesn't feel right. 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: (8...