Aging gracefully is the goal for many, but the natural effects of time can make that difficult. Wrinkles, fine lines, hollowed cheeks, and loose skin bring the appearance of age far before the spirit feels old.
For those looking to revive a tired or aging appearance without surgery, the revolutionary Vampire Facelift may be the answer. This cutting-edge procedure available at Gill Aesthetic Institute turns back the clock for a more youthful and refreshed look.
What is the Vampire Facelift?
The Vampire Facelift has earned its sensational name from its use of the patient’s own blood to facilitate facial rejuvenation.
This effective procedure was pioneered by Dr. Charles Runels, under whom Dr. Gill received her training, involves harnessing platelet-rich plasma (PRP) from the patient’s blood and skillfully applying it to areas of the face to stimulate new collagen production and cell repair. The entire process takes about 30 minutes to complete, with little to no downtime required.
During a Vampire Facelift, Dr. Gill draws a small amount of the patient’s blood and spins it in a centrifuge to isolate the PRP. This platelet-rich plasma is then mixed with hyaluronic acid fillers to create an injectable serum. Using a very fine needle, Dr. Gill injects this serum into strategic areas of the face, such as:
- Forehead
- Eyebrows
- Under eyes
- Cheeks
- Around the mouth
The hyaluronic acid helps provide volume where needed, while the PRP stimulates collagen production and new cell growth for natural facial rejuvenation. Patients see a reduction in fine lines, wrinkles, and hollowness, restoring a smooth, youthful vitality to the face.
The Benefits of Vampire Facelift
There are many reasons patients seeking facial rejuvenation are choosing the Vampire Facelift over more invasive surgical procedures:
Uses the Body’s Natural Healing Factors
PRP harnesses growth factors and nutrients from your own blood to renew facial tissues. This avoids foreign substances that could cause adverse reactions.
Provides Subtle, Natural-Looking Results
There is no stretching of the face or major shifting of structures. The smooth facial refresh appears graceful and completely natural.
No General Anesthesia Needed
The Vampire Facelift is performed using a simple local numbing cream and injected anesthesia. No IV sedation or general anesthesia is required.
Little to No Downtime
Some mild swelling, redness, or bruising may occur but generally resolves in 2-3 days. Most patients can return to normal activities immediately.
Non-Surgical Procedure
No scalpels, stitches, or scarring. There is very little trauma to facial structures compared to surgery.
Lasting Results
Effects of the Vampire Facelift procedure can last 18-24 months as collagen regeneration continues over time. Some patients choose maintenance sessions every 1-2 years.
With so many benefits and such an effective approach to facial rejuvenation, it’s no wonder the Vampire Facelift has become a celebrity and social media darling. This innovative procedure offers a way to erase years from your appearance without the need for extensive surgery and recovery.
Discover the power of physician-led aesthetic treatments at Gill Aesthetic Institute. Dr. Ruby Gill’s expertise ensures personalized care and exceptional results for your unique beauty goals.
The Consultation Process at Gill Aesthetic Institute
The first step to seeing if the Vampire Facelift is right for you is to schedule a one-on-one consultation with Dr. Gill. This appointment will allow her to assess your candidacy for the procedure based on your medical history, aesthetic goals, and facial anatomy.
Dr. Gill will examine your skin and discuss any areas of concern you wish to improve, such as wrinkles, volume loss, or sun damage. She will explain how the Vampire Facelift can refresh and restore a more youthful appearance and answer any questions you may have.
Consultations are complimentary, and this time invested upfront is crucial for building mutual understanding and developing a customized treatment plan.
The Treatment Process
The Vampire Facelift takes approximately 30 minutes to perform as an in-office procedure. Here is what you can expect:
| 1 | You relax in a private treatment room and numbing cream is applied to your face. The cream takes about 20 minutes to numb the skin. |
| 2 | Blood is drawn from your arm using a small needle, just like having regular blood work done. |
| 3 | Your blood is put into a centrifuge to spin and separate the platelet-rich plasma (PRP). |
| 4 | While the PRP is being prepared, Dr. Gill thoroughly sterilizes and preps the treatment areas on your face. |
| 5 | The PRP is skillfully combined with hyaluronic acid filler to create an injectable serum. Sterile technique is used. |
| 6 | Using a very fine needle, Dr. Gill strategically injects the PRP serum under the surface of the skin in specific areas of your face. Injections may also incorporate microneedling. |
| 7 | You may feel some mild pressure or pinching during the injections. |
| 8 | Total treatment time takes 30-45 minutes. The PRP gets to work right away revitalizing your facial tissues. |
After your treatment you can relax in our office before heading home to enjoy your refreshed and rejuvenated appearance!
How to Prepare for a Vampire Facelift Treatment
Properly preparing for your Vampire Facelift treatment is important for ensuring the best results and experience. Please follow these steps leading up to your appointment:
- One week before your treatment, stop taking any medications or supplements with blood-thinning effects like aspirin, ibuprofen, vitamin E, fish oil, and red wine. This helps minimize bruising from the injections.
- Make transportation arrangements for after your procedure. Have a friend or family member drive you home. You cannot drive yourself directly after your Vampire Facelift. Give yourself the rest of the day to recover.
- Eat a healthy, light meal before coming in for your appointment. This prevents dizziness or nausea during the treatment. Avoid heavy foods.
- Arrive with a clean, dry face – no lotions, creams, oils, makeup, sunscreen or other products. This allows optimal prep and application of the numbing cream.
- Wear a button-down shirt or something with easy access to the upper chest area. Injections are given here for neck rejuvenation. Avoid turtlenecks or other constricting clothing.
- Take 400-600mg of ibuprofen an hour before your procedure to enhance pain relief.
- Be well-hydrated by drinking more water in the 48 hours leading up to your treatment. This supports healing.
- Reschedule your appointment if you have an illness, infection, cold sore, or blemish in the treatment area.
Following these steps will allow us to provide the best and safest treatment experience.
Recovery & Results
Immediately after your Vampire Facelift, you may experience some mild swelling, redness, bruising, or tenderness at the injection sites. These side effects typically resolve within 2-3 days.
Most patients feel comfortable returning to normal activities right away. Visible results from the collagen stimulation will emerge gradually over the next few weeks. As your natural collagen regeneration continues over the following months, your facial tissues will gain a more lifted, toned, and youthful appearance.
Results can last 18-24 months, and some patients choose to repeat treatment every 1-2 years for maintenance. Contact our office if you have any post-procedure concerns.
Why Choose Dr. Ruby Gill for Your Vampire Facelift in Lodi?
When considering any cosmetic procedure, the skill and experience of your doctor are key to achieving beautiful, natural-looking results.
At Gill Aesthetic Institute, Dr. Ruby Gill is specially trained by Dr. Charles Runels himself to perform the patented Vampire Facelift technique. With an artistic eye honed from years of experience with facial aesthetics, Dr. Gill possesses the insight and expertise to strategically apply the PRP serum for optimal rejuvenation.
As a board-certified physician, Dr. Gill offers an integrative, whole-body approach to aesthetic treatments. Her extensive medical knowledge provides added safety and care throughout your Vampire Facelift experience.
Dr. Gill stays up-to-date on the latest advancements in aesthetic procedures, consistently achieving the rejuvenated, youthful outcomes her patients desire. Her friendly bedside manner and commitment to patient education ensure you feel informed, comfortable, and cared for from your first consultation through your final follow-up visits.
In addition to the Vampire Facelift, Dr. Gill also provides a full spectrum of cutting-edge aesthetic treatments at Gill Aesthetic Institute, including:
- Botox and Fillers
- EMSCULPT Body Shaping
- Halo Hybrid Fractional Laser Skin Resurfacing
- BioTE Hormone Replacement Therapy
With comprehensive aesthetic services, Gill Aesthetic Institute offers a one-stop, luxury experience for total facial rejuvenation. Discover for yourself why patients travel from throughout the Central Valley and Bay Area to revitalize their appearance with Dr. Gill.
Discover the perfect blend of aesthetic and integrative medicine at Gill Aesthetic Institute.
Dr. Ruby Gill’s comprehensive approach addresses both your health and beauty concerns for lasting results.
Experience the Celebrity-Loved Vampire Facelift in Lodi, CA
Age takes its toll on all of us, but the Vampire Facelift offers a way to refresh and restore your natural youthful glow, defying time without surgery. This revolutionary treatment harnesses your body’s own healing power to smooth wrinkles, shape contours, erase sun damage, and turn back the clock 5, 10, 15 years or more. Witness your transformation take place within just 30 minutes!
Schedule your Vampire Facelift consultation with Dr. Ruby Gill today and reveal your most vibrant, confident self once again.
Restore your facial vitality and enjoy the celebrity-loved complexion you desire with the original Vampire Facelift in Lodi, CA.