Face & Neck Lift

I have noticed that my jawline is not as defined as it was when I was younger. My neck has also thinned and has developed wrinkles around the base of it. Is there anything that can be done to improve both areas?

With age our facial muscles become slacker and the skin loses its elasticity, creating folds and lines. A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is an operation to lift up the facial skin and underlying muscles, so that your face has a tighter and smoother appearance.

How does it work? What happens during a facelift?

There are several different techniques used to perform a facelift. In a full facelift your surgeon will make a surgical cut right around your hairline, past the front of your ear and sometimes under your chin. Your skin is then carefully separated from the underlying muscles of your face, removing excess skin and fat and tightening the muscles.

Facelifts are sometimes performed on the brow area, lower face, or neck only. The incision needed for these operations are less extensive than for a full facelift.

How long will I be in hospital after my facelift surgery?

A facelift is performed under a general anaesthetic and you will usually need to stay in hospital for one or two nights. You'll also need to plan time off work to rest and recover.

Will I have any scars?

There is always some scarring after a facelift, but this will generally fade over the course of a year, and can often be well-disguised underneath your hair. Your plastic surgeon will discuss this with you prior to your facelift operation.

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