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Facelift Surgery FAQs – Q&A about Rhytidectomy

is one of the most popular facial rejuvenation procedures in the UK and can make people look at least ten years younger. A facelift can help to get rid of wrinkles, sagging jowls and loose skin. Centre for Surgery is home to some of the top facelift in the UK. Here we answer your most commonly asked questions about .

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FACELIFT OVERVIEW

The most facelift for you will be by factors, including your pre-existing skin and the type of you hope to . At your consultation, your surgeon will perform a physical examination and provide you with a treatment plan. There are many types of facelifts, including , deep-plane facelifts, mini facelifts for younger patients, mid facelifts, lower facelifts and .

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The most appropriate type of facelift will be recommended after an in-person consultation. The methods can be or in combination:

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A deep plane facelift is a surgical that aims to lift and tighten the deeper layers of the face, the and . 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 natural-looking and longest-lasting results of any .

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The SMAS ( 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 extends from the deep facial muscles to the skin surface. A addresses the SMAS layer, and manipulating it is key to achieving long-lasting, natural results.

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A is also known as a short scar facelift and involves an 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 for a mini facelift.

A rejuvenates the lower and middle part of the face, including the jawline and cheeks. A neck lift tightens loose skin and muscles in the neck region for a look. A lower facelift commonly includes a neck lift, and it is uncommon to have either procedure on its own.

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There are several alternatives to facelift surgery for people who may not yet be ready to have a facelift, including:

These are ideal for younger with mild to signs of ageing. For people with more facial ageing, facelift surgery will be more appropriate.

FACIAL AGEING

Saggy jowls most commonly 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 for jowls and neck is a with a neck lift.

surgery can significantly reduce facial wrinkles by tightening the skin. procedures such as or can also help to reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

Depending on the type of facelift, most can make you look at least ten years younger. A can make people appear ten years younger or more.

The most appropriate cosmetic will depend on the extent of facial ageing. Dermal fillers are ideal for mild signs of ageing . Facelift is better reserved for moderate to severe facial ageing.

Facelift surgery can results that last much longer with non-invasive and minimally cosmetic . It is considered one of the most procedures for ageing faces, producing a youthful, refreshed and more appearance.

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IDEAL CANDIDATES FOR A FACELIFT

Yes. Centre for Surgery observes a period between your consultation and your surgery date. This ensures you have had time to consider your fully, ask any remaining questions, and feel completely before proceeding. Your will the specific timeframe at your .

Several of ageing affect the face, including fine lines, deeper and skin, which are suitable for correction with a .

The best age depends on the degree of facial ageing you have. A mini is suitable for people in their 40s. People aged 50 and over are better suited to a full facelift and neck lift. The deep plane facelift is the most method of facial rejuvenation surgery.

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Ideal for facelift are people with signs of facial ageing who have realistic expectations of what to expect after surgery. They should be non-smokers and willing to follow all necessary post-operative instructions.

A facelift significantly reduces fine lines, wrinkles and loose skin, enhancing the face and producing a youthful, well-rested .

should be at or near their target weight before facelift to get the best possible results and complications.

PREPARING FOR FACELIFT SURGERY

Before surgery, you should follow the following recommendations:

FACELIFT PROCEDURE

Most types of surgery are performed under general . Your surgeon will make in the marked areas — within natural skin creases within the hairline and around the ear. The deep soft tissues are then surgically tightened, followed by the of excess skin. Once the optimal level has been achieved, the skin will be closed with stitches.

General anaesthesia is for most types of facelift . A can be with a local anaesthetic in the clinic.

A full and neck lift takes between three and four hours to perform. Mini take between one and two hours.

Yes. The location of depends on the type of facelift . Your surgeon will position incisions within skin within the hairline and around the ear to scar visibility.

FACELIFT RECOVERY

It is normal to bruising and swelling affecting the face after . This will improve over the first two weeks after surgery.

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During the procedure, you will receive anaesthesia to minimise pain and . After the procedure, some patients may experience pain, swelling and bruising at the incision sites, which can usually be managed with or pain .

It takes between three and six months to fully recover from a facelift. Facial tightness will gradually improve over the first six weeks.

You should always sleep on your back with your head elevated on a couple of to avoid stress on the incision sites.

It can take up to four weeks for all bruising and to disappear after a .

You should wear the facelift compression garment for at least two weeks.

You will need to wear the 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 confirm with your before getting behind the wheel.

Alcohol should be avoided for at least two weeks after facelift surgery. causes blood vessel dilation, which can swelling and bruising, slow healing, and interact with any pain medications you are taking.

Most surgeons waiting at least two weeks before flying after a facelift. Air travel can swelling due to changes in cabin and . Longer-haul flights carry an additional risk of deep vein (DVT), so it is best to confirm timing with your surgeon based on your recovery.

You may apply makeup two weeks after facelift .

Localised, gentle tissue helps break down localised scar tissue and remove small lumps.

Focus on eating healthy, nutritious foods including plenty of lean protein, to wound . This includes chicken, white fish, avocado, nuts, seeds and lentils.

FACELIFT RESULTS

results can last up to ten years and sometimes longer, especially with a deep plane facelift.

A facelift procedure can results that last ten years or more, but it is not a permanent procedure. A second facelift surgery may be once signs of facial ageing begin to reappear.

Approximately ten years after the first facelift, a second may be recommended to the results of your procedure, as facial ageing will to occur.

We would recommend waiting at least ten years after a primary . If you have had a mini facelift, you may be able to have a full facelift approximately five years later.

RISKS AND COMPLICATIONS OF FACELIFT SURGERY

As with all procedures, facelift some risks. These include:

A facelift can affect the position of the ears in some cases, and the may be slightly stretched.

A "pixie ear" after a refers to a in which the ear smaller or misshapen due to the skin and tissues being pulled during surgery. may involve reshaping or of the cartilage and skin excision or .

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Facelifts, when by a plastic surgeon, are designed to natural-looking results. A deep plane is particularly well known for a very natural appearance.

FACELIFT COSTS, PRICING AND FINANCING

The cost of facelift is determined by several factors, including the type of facelift, the amount of skin you have, whether the procedure will be combined with other treatments such as or , and the location of the procedure.

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is a and is not performed on the NHS. You will need to fund by choosing a surgery clinic.

Centre for offers a full range of finance options through Chrysalis Finance, 0% APR for eligible applicants.

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Facelift Surgery at Centre for Surgery

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