Facelift Surgery
Facelift surgery is designed for rejuvenating the appearance of an individual and aims at removing sagging skin, smoothing out wrinkles and folds around the nose and mouth, and correcting other signs of skin aging.
Facelift Methods
- SMAS lift
- Mini lift
- Lift with APTOS threads
- Deep plane facelift
- Subperiosteal facelift
- Combined facelift
- Tumescent facelift
Types of Facelifts
Standard Facelift
The standard facelift (lifting) ensures the restoration of smoothness of the skin under the chin, lifting of the cheekbones, and restoring the natural look of the face. An incision is made that extends from the temples to behind the ears and along the hairline. Deeper tissues under the skin are then repositioned, removing excess skin.
Mini Facelift
The mini facelift is a suitable option for those requiring correction of slightly sagging skin. The surgery involves small incisions along the hairline above each ear. Through these entry points, the tissue around the cheeks is lifted.
Full Facelift
The full facelift is a complete surgery of the face. This can take up to 4 hours and involves a combination of the above-mentioned procedures. Incisions are made extending from the temples to behind the ears, targeting the lower, middle, and upper areas of the face.
Indications
- Sagging of soft tissues of the face
- Sagging skin of the forehead and eyebrows
- Wrinkles at the corners of the eyes
- Prominent folds around the nose and mouth
- Presence of a double chin
- Presence of vertical wrinkles
- “Jowls” which give an undulating appearance to an oval-shaped face
Surgery
Incisions are made in areas where it is necessary to lift the skin and muscles. For the lifting of the cheeks and the upper third of the face, an incision is made in the temple area, slightly receding from the hairline, and in the preauricular area. For the lower third of the face, incisions can be made in the oral cavity, the neck area, and under the chin. In any case, the skin is separated from the fat along the muscle edges. Excess fat is removed from the neck area, the chin, and the lower regions of the face, improving contours.
Contraindications
- Acute and chronic diseases
- Diabetes
- Issues related to bleeding
- Thyroid diseases
- Serious diseases of internal organs
- Infectious diseases
- Oncological diseases
- Loss of skin elasticity and low contractility
- High hairline position and severe skin damage
Postoperative Period
Bruising and swelling can usually occur after surgery. This can last 2 weeks or longer, depending on the individual’s body characteristics. Avoid excessive facial movements such as smiling, talking, yawning, and chewing during the first week. Do not bend or lift heavy objects for at least 1 month. Avoid physical exertion for at least 4 weeks. Apply cold compresses to your face as directed by your surgeon. Use sunscreen according to your surgeon’s advice.
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