Considering a facelift, rhinoplasty, or eyelid surgery in Sarasota, Lakewood Ranch,

or Longboat Key, FL?

 

Dr. Jacqueline Royce, D.O., offers expertly performed facial procedures designed to restore youthful balance, define contours, and enhance your natural beauty. As a trusted cosmetic surgeon serving Manatee and Sarasota Counties, Dr. Royce brings precision, artistry, and genuine care to every procedure — from facelifts and neck lifts to eyelid surgery and rhinoplasty.

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Her personalized approach ensures each patient receives a tailored surgical plan that reflects their unique features and goals. With a focus on natural results and comprehensive support, Dr. Royce and her experienced team deliver refined outcomes that help you feel confident, refreshed, and truly seen.​

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Facelift

What it is: A facelift (rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure designed to reduce visible signs of aging in the lower face and neck. Dr. Royce repositions underlying tissues, smooths sagging skin, and refines contours to create a refreshed yet natural appearance.

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Ideal Candidate: Ideal for individuals experiencing jowling, deep creases around the nose and mouth, or loose skin along the jawline and neck. Most patients are in their 40s to 70s and in overall good health.

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What to Expect: Under Dr. Royce’s care, a facelift is tailored to your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals. Incisions are typically hidden along the hairline and around the ears, where they are easily concealed. During surgery, deeper tissues are lifted and repositioned to restore youthful definition, while excess skin is gently redraped. Dr. Royce takes great care to avoid a pulled or overdone look, instead delivering natural, graceful results. Recovery typically includes swelling and bruising for 1–2 weeks, with improvements continuing over several months. The outcome is a more rested, vibrant appearance that still looks like you.

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DEEP PLANE Facelift

What it is: A deep plane facelift is an advanced surgical approach that addresses not only the skin but also the deeper facial structures beneath the SMAS layer. By carefully lifting and repositioning the underlying muscles, ligaments, and fat pads, this technique restores the midface, jawline, and neck in a way that looks natural and provides long-lasting improvement. Because the lift occurs at a deeper level, results tend to avoid the “pulled” look often associated with older techniques.

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Ideal candidate: The deep plane facelift is particularly effective for individuals experiencing more significant sagging in the cheeks, midface, jawline, and neck. It is often recommended for patients with deeper folds and jowling who may not achieve the desired level of correction from a traditional facelift. This option is well suited for those seeking the most comprehensive and enduring rejuvenation.

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What to expect: This procedure is performed under anesthesia and generally involves a slightly longer recovery period than a traditional facelift. Most patients return to their normal routines within two to three weeks, although subtle refinements continue to improve over time. Results are not only transformative but also exceptionally long-lasting, often maintaining a youthful appearance for a decade or more.​​​

neck lift

What it is: A neck lift addresses sagging skin, muscle laxity, and excess fat beneath the chin or along the neck. It is often performed alongside a facelift but can also be done as a standalone procedure.

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Ideal Candidate: This surgery is ideal for patients with visible neck bands, skin laxity, or fullness under the chin. Candidates should be in good health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations about the results.

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What to Expect: Dr. Royce carefully places small incisions behind the ears and under the chin to access and tighten the underlying platysma muscles, remove fat, and smooth excess skin. Post-operatively, patients often wear a supportive compression garment to minimize swelling and help the tissues heal smoothly. Within a few weeks, patients notice a firmer, more refined neck contour that enhances the profile and rejuvenates the overall facial appearance.

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Rhinoplasty (nose job)

What it is: Rhinoplasty, or nose reshaping surgery, enhances the size, shape, or symmetry of the nose to improve facial balance. It can also address functional concerns such as breathing difficulty due to structural issues.

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Ideal Candidate: Rhinoplasty is well suited for individuals dissatisfied with the appearance of their nose due to a hump, bulbous tip, asymmetry, or past trauma. Candidates should have completed facial growth (typically age 15–17+) and be in good health.

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What to Expect: During your consultation, Dr. Royce will perform a thorough facial analysis and discuss your goals in detail. Depending on the case, she may perform an open or closed rhinoplasty. Surgical techniques may include reshaping cartilage, smoothing a nasal hump, refining the tip, or narrowing the nostrils. Post-op swelling and bruising around the eyes are expected, typically subsiding within 1–2 weeks. Long-term healing of the nasal structure continues over several months. Dr. Royce’s goal is always natural refinement that complements your features without looking "done."

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Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery)

What it is: Blepharoplasty rejuvenates the eyes by removing or repositioning excess skin and fat from the upper or lower eyelids. The result is a brighter, more youthful, and rested appearance.

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Ideal Candidate: Commonly performed on patients with droopy upper lids, puffiness, under-eye bags, or vision obstruction due to sagging skin. Both cosmetic and functional cases benefit from this procedure.

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What to Expect: Dr. Royce performs blepharoplasty using precision incisions placed in natural creases of the eyelid or just beneath the lash line. She carefully removes or repositions tissue to smooth and lift the area without altering your natural expression. The procedure is often performed under local anesthesia with sedation. Downtime is minimal, and most patients resume light activities within a week. The refreshed appearance helps you look more alert and youthful without dramatic changes to your identity.

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Otoplasty (Ear Surgery)

What it is: Otoplasty is a surgical procedure to reshape or reposition prominent or misshapen ears, creating a more natural and balanced appearance. It's frequently performed on children but is equally effective for adults.

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Ideal Candidate: Ideal for patients with ears that protrude significantly, have uneven positioning, or have congenital ear deformities. Candidates should be healthy and have realistic expectations.

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What to Expect: Dr. Royce places discreet incisions behind the ears to access cartilage, which is reshaped, sutured, and repositioned closer to the head. The procedure is often done under local anesthesia with sedation for adults or general anesthesia for children. Patients typically wear a protective headband for several days after surgery to support healing and preserve the new shape. Final results are long-lasting and help boost self-confidence.

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Chin Surgery (Genioplasty)

What it is: Chin surgery enhances the projection, shape, or balance of the chin to create improved harmony with the rest of the face. Options may include the use of a chin implant, surgical advancement, bone reshaping, or fat grafting.

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Ideal Candidate: This procedure is often sought by individuals with a recessed or underdeveloped chin, facial asymmetry, or imbalance between the chin and nose. Chin surgery is frequently combined with rhinoplasty or neck contouring.

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What to Expect: Dr. Royce will evaluate your profile and determine whether an implant or bone reshaping technique is best. Incisions are typically placed inside the mouth or beneath the chin. After surgery, you can expect some swelling and temporary numbness. Most patients return to normal activities within 7–10 days. The result is a more balanced, refined jawline that enhances facial proportion and confidence.

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Each of these procedures is performed by Dr. Royce and her experienced team in a certified surgical setting, with personalized care and attention to your safety and aesthetic goals. From consultation to recovery, we are here to support you every step of the way. If you're ready to explore facial plastic surgery in Sarasota, Bradenton, or Lakewood Ranch, FL, schedule your personalized consultation with Dr. Royce today.