Facelifting continues to evolve and meetings like this are a big reason why. I just returned from the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Annual Meeting in Las Vegas, where facial plastic surgeons from around the world came together to share research, techniques, and new ideas. One of my biggest takeaways was just how precise the science of facelifting has become. We’re studying tissue strength, surgical planes, anatomy, and even how millimeters of difference in suture placement can impact results. The goal is better consistency, better outcomes, and greater longevity. I was also grateful for the opportunity to contribute to that conversation by discussing my approach to performing deep plane face and neck lifts under local anesthesia with oral sedation, an approach that continues to generate a lot of interest among other surgeons. There is always more to learn, refine, and share. That’s what makes meetings like this so valuable. Dr. Sarah Novis is a dou...