Facelift
Rhytidectomy (commonly known as ‘facelift’) is an aesthetic procedure used to rejuvenate and enhance the beauty of the face:
It can reshape and tighten sagging skin to restore a youthful appearance
It improves visible signs of ageing around the face and neck and instils self-confidence
It gives longer-lasting results compared to other facial procedures.
There is no ‘appropriate age’ for a facelift, and there are several types of surgical techniques that can be tailored individually to you. Typically, the surgeon will make incisions near the hairline and around the ears to access the underlying facial muscles and tissues. They then reposition and tighten the muscle and tissue, remove excess skin, and reposition the tissues to create a more youthful appearance of the face and neck.
A facelift typically takes around 3 to 5 hours to perform, and you will likely need to stay in the hospital overnight. The downtime following a facelift varies, but most patients are able to return to regular activities within 2 to 3 weeks.
Initial improvements can be seen in the first few weeks, but the final results may take several months to fully show, as swelling subsides and the tissues settle.
While a facelift cannot stop the natural ageing process, it can set back the clock, allowing you to enjoy a more youthful and refreshed appearance..
