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Facelift & Neck Lift
Recovery
- Expect swelling, bruising, and a sensation of tightness for the first 2 weeks
- Most clients feel “socially ready” after 14 days
- Final refinement continues for several months as tissues settle
About Facelift & Neck Lift
Treated areas:Face, Cheeks, Chin, Jawline, Jowls, Marionette lines, Nasolabial folds, Neck
FACELIFT & NECK LIFT: Ultimate Facial Restoration
Turn Back the Clock | Restore Your Jawline, Sculpt Your Neck & Renew Your Youth
Facelift and Neck Lift surgeries are the gold standard for restoring a firm, smooth, and youthful profile. While a Facelift focuses on lifting the mid-to-lower face and sharpening the jawline, a Neck Lift specifically targets the “turkey neck” and loose skin beneath the chin. Performing them together provides a seamless, balanced rejuvenation that non-surgical treatments cannot match.
What You Will Achieve
✅ Lifted Cheek Contours: Repositions sagging mid-face tissues back to their youthful, elevated position.
✅ Sharp Jawline Definition: Permanently removes jowls and sagging skin along the jaw for a crisp, clean profile.
✅ Smooth Neck Contours: Eliminates “turkey neck” skin and muscle bands for a refined, elegant neck angle.
✅ Softened Folds: Dramatically reduces the depth of heavy smile lines and marionette folds.
✅ Double Chin Correction: Removes excess fat and tightens skin under the chin for a slimmer look.
✅ Natural-Looking Longevity: Results typically last 7–10 years, aging gracefully with you far longer than temporary fillers or threads.
Facelift vs. Neck Lift
| Concern | Facelift | Neck Lift |
| Sagging Cheeks | ✅ | |
| Jowls / Saggy Jawline | ✅ | ✅ |
| Deep Folds & Smile Lines | ✅ | |
| Loose “Creepy” Neck Skin | ✅ | |
| Double Chin / Under-Chin Fullness | ✅ | |
| Vertical Neck Bands (Platysma Cords) | ✅ |
Often Combined With
- Eyelid surgery: complete eye & face refresh
- Brow lift: smooth forehead & open eyes
- Fat grafting: restore soft volume to cheeks or lips
- Laser skin resurfacing: smoother, brighter skin texture
Ideal Candidate
Suitable for adults aged 40 to 75+ seeking comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
You are the perfect candidate if you:
- Have noticeable skin laxity, jowls, or sagging in the mid-to-lower face
- Struggle with loose neck skin or “bands” that make you look older than you feel
- Desire a long-lasting, structural improvement rather than temporary “liquid” lifts
- Are in good overall health with realistic expectations
- Want a natural-looking result that restores your original features without looking “pulled”
Real Results
How It Is Performed
- Administer general anesthesia
- Create pre-auricular incision (in front of ear) and post-auricular incision (behind ear) extending into hairline
- Elevate skin flap to expose SMAS layer
- For SMAS facelift: tighten SMAS by plication (folding and suturing)
- For deep-plane: elevate deeper tissues (SMAS and malar ligaments) for more comprehensive support
- Remove excess skin and tissue as needed
- Perform neck dissection if neck lift indicated (tighten platysmal muscles, remove excess fat)
- Redrap skin carefully to avoid tension (tension causes visible scars)
- Close incisions in layers with absorbable and removable sutures
- Place drains in pre-auricular areas to prevent blood accumulation (seroma)
- Apply compression dressing
Your Timeline
Preparation
- Pre-operative labs and medical clearance
- Smoking cessation 4 weeks minimum (critical for wound healing)
- Stop blood-thinning medications 1 week prior
- Discuss realistic expectations and reference photos
- Arrange 2-3 weeks off work
- Arrange post-operative care and support
- Arrange loose, comfortable clothing
Followup Care
- Keep compression dressing in place as directed (typically 24-48 hours)
- Place drains for 1-3 days to prevent fluid accumulation
- Apply cold compresses for first 48 hours
- Use prescribed pain medication as needed
- Keep incisions clean and dry
- Sleep with head elevated on 3-4 pillows for minimum 2 weeks
- Do not sleep on face or sides for first 2 weeks
- Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activity for 4-6 weeks
- Gentle facial movement is encouraged for circulation
- Attend suture removal at 5-10 days post-op
- Use prescribed scar care products starting at 2 weeks
- Apply SPF 30+ sunscreen on face and incisions
- Avoid sauna and heat exposure for 2 weeks
- Attend follow-up appointments at 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month, 3 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Will a facelift make me look pulled or unnatural?
Modern techniques prioritize natural results through SMAS repositioning rather than excessive skin stretching. Experienced surgeons avoid the "pulled" appearance associated with older techniques. Results improve as swelling resolves.
How long do facelift results last?
Typical results last 7-10 years before gradual re-descent occurs. Revision facelift can be performed after this time if desired. Results last much longer than non-surgical procedures (3-6 months for injectables).
Will facelift scars be visible?
Scars are placed in natural creases and hairline but are initially visible as red lines for 3-6 months. Scars fade significantly by 12-18 months but are permanent (though usually inconspicuous). Hair usually covers post-auricular scars completely.
Can I combine facelift with other procedures?
Yes, most patients combine facelift with neck lift, fat grafting, eyelid surgery, brow lift, or skin resurfacing for comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Combined procedures often produce superior results.
Is there age limit for facelift?
No upper age limit exists if patient is healthy enough for surgery. Most facelifts are performed on patients 50-70+ years old. Younger patients (40s) can be candidates if significant sagging is present.
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