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Facelift Surgery FAQs – Q&A about Rhytidectomy
is one of the most facial procedures in the UK and can make people look at least ten years younger. A can help to get rid of wrinkles, sagging jowls and loose skin. Centre for Surgery is home to some of the top experts in the UK. Here we answer your most commonly asked questions about facelifts.
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FACELIFT OVERVIEW
The most appropriate facelift for you will be determined by factors, your skin elasticity and the type of you hope to achieve. At your in-person consultation, your plastic will perform a and provide you with a customised plan. There are many different types of facelifts, , facelifts, mini facelifts for younger patients, mid facelifts, lower and .
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The most type of will be after an in-person consultation. The following methods can be performed or in combination:
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A deep plane is a surgical procedure that aims to lift and the deeper layers of the face, including the and underlying . It is ideal for people who have severe of the facial soft tissues and can lift cheeks and remove sagging jowls. This produces the most and of any facelift.
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The SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) is a layer of tissue in the face and neck that lies just the skin. It is a of muscles, and fascia that from the deep facial to the skin surface. A addresses the SMAS layer, and it is considered key to achieving long-lasting, natural .
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A is also known as a short scar facelift and involves an incision located in front of the ear followed by of the SMAS layer. People with mild to moderate signs of ageing in their 40s are particularly suitable for a mini facelift.
A the lower and middle part of the face, including the and cheeks. A neck lift loose skin and in the neck region for a fresher look. A lower commonly includes a neck lift, and it is to have either on its own.
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There are several alternatives to for people who may not yet be ready to have a facelift, including:
These treatments are ideal for younger patients with mild to moderate signs of ageing. For people with more advanced facial ageing, facelift surgery will be more appropriate.
FACIAL AGEING
Saggy jowls most develop in the late 40s or early 50s. In some people they may appear as early as their 30s.
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The best treatment for jowls and neck heaviness is a combined with a neck lift.
Facelift surgery can significantly reduce facial wrinkles by the skin. Resurfacing procedures such as or can also help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.
on the type of facelift, most can make you look at least ten years younger. A deep-plane can make people appear ten years younger or more.
The most appropriate treatment will depend on the extent of facial ageing. Dermal are ideal for treating mild signs of ageing non-surgically. Facelift surgery is better reserved for to severe facial ageing.
surgery can produce results that last much longer compared with non-invasive and invasive . It is considered one of the most effective surgical procedures for rejuvenating ageing faces, a youthful, and more vibrant .
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IDEAL CANDIDATES FOR A FACELIFT
Yes. Centre for observes a period between your and your surgery date. This ensures you have had sufficient time to consider your fully, ask any remaining questions, and feel completely before proceeding. Your will the specific timeframe at your .
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The best age on the degree of facial ageing you have. A mini facelift is for people in their 40s. People aged 50 and over are better suited to a full facelift and neck lift. The deep plane is the most advanced method of facial rejuvenation surgery.
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Ideal candidates for facelift surgery are people with signs of facial ageing who have realistic of what to expect after . They should be non-smokers and willing to follow all necessary post-operative instructions.
A facelift significantly reduces fine lines, and loose skin, the face and producing a youthful, well-rested .
should be at or near their target weight before facelift surgery to get the best possible results and minimise .
PREPARING FOR FACELIFT SURGERY
Before surgery, you should follow the following recommendations:
FACELIFT PROCEDURE
Most types of facelift are performed under general . Your surgeon will make incisions in the marked areas — within natural skin within the hairline and around the ear. The deep soft tissues are then tightened, followed by the removal of excess skin. Once the level has been achieved, the skin will be closed with .
General is recommended for most types of facelift surgery. A can be with a local anaesthetic in the clinic.
A full facelift and neck lift takes between three and four hours to . Mini take between one and two hours.
Yes. The of depends on the type of facelift . Your surgeon will position within skin creases within the hairline and around the ear to scar .
FACELIFT RECOVERY
It is normal to and affecting the face after . This will gradually over the first two weeks after surgery.
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During the procedure, you will receive to minimise pain and . After the procedure, some patients may pain, swelling and at the incision sites, which can usually be managed with over-the-counter or prescription pain medication.
It takes between three and six months to fully recover from a facelift. Facial tightness will gradually over the first six weeks.
You should always sleep on your back with your head elevated on a couple of pillows to avoid stress on the sites.
It can take up to four weeks for all and swelling to disappear after a facelift.
You should wear the facelift compression garment for at least two weeks.
You will need to wear the recommended chin support for the first two weeks after a facelift.
You may safely have a shower and wash your hair using mild soap and warm water two days after a .
You should not drive for at least two weeks after surgery, or until you are no longer taking pain and can perform an emergency stop comfortably without . Always with your surgeon before getting behind the wheel.
should be avoided for at least two weeks after facelift surgery. Alcohol causes blood vessel dilation, which can increase swelling and bruising, slow healing, and with any pain medications you are taking.
Most surgeons waiting at least two weeks before flying after a . Air travel can increase due to changes in cabin pressure and reduced humidity. flights carry an additional risk of deep vein (DVT), so it is best to confirm timing with your based on your recovery.
You may apply makeup two weeks after surgery.
Localised, gentle tissue massage helps break down localised scar tissue and remove small lumps.
Focus on eating healthy, foods including plenty of lean protein, to optimise wound healing. This includes chicken, white fish, avocado, nuts, seeds and lentils.
FACELIFT RESULTS
Facelift results can last up to ten years and sometimes longer, especially with a deep plane .
A can produce results that last ten years or more, but it is not a procedure. A second facelift may be required once signs of facial ageing begin to .
Approximately ten years after the first facelift, a second facelift may be recommended to maintain the results of your procedure, as facial ageing will continue to occur.
We would recommend waiting at least ten years after a . If you have had a mini facelift, you may be able to have a full approximately five years later.
RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS OF FACELIFT SURGERY
As with all procedures, carries some risks. These include:
A facelift can affect the of the ears in some cases, and the earlobes may be slightly .
A "pixie ear" after a facelift refers to a in which the ear appears smaller or misshapen due to the skin and being pulled during . may reshaping or of the cartilage and skin excision or re-draping.
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Facelifts, when performed by a specialist plastic surgeon, are to produce natural-looking results. A deep plane facelift is particularly well known for a very natural .
FACELIFT COSTS, PRICING AND FINANCING
The cost of is determined by several factors, including the type of facelift, the amount of skin you have, whether the procedure will be combined with other such as or , and the of the .
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surgery is a and is not on the NHS. You will need to fund treatment by a reputable specialist surgery clinic.
Centre for Surgery offers a full range of finance through Finance, including 0% APR for eligible .
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Facelift Surgery at Centre for Surgery
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