Facelift Surgery for a Younger, Fresher Look and FAQ

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Facelift Surgery for a Younger, Fresher Look and
FAQ

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Facelift Surgery

• A facelift can help you look five to 10 years
  younger. The results you achieve will be
  influenced by skin texture, bone structure, and
  heredity. All aspects of the face, including the
  brows, eyelids, chin and neck are assessed in
  order to maintain facial harmony with surgery and
  to avoid an unnatural or lifted look.

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The Facelift Procedure

• In the early days of cosmetic plastic surgery,
  facelift procedures often stretched the wrinkled
  surface of the skin. Modern techniques reshape
  the underlying layer of connective tissue, called
  the SMAS. The way that the SMAS is manipulated
  the direction in which it is moved, the amount it
  is trimmed or folded, and the way it is fixed in
  place is unique to each surgeon. Our surgeons
  mostly use the Lateral SMAS-ectomy or L-lift, to
  ensure a natural, harmonious appearance. During a
  facelift, discreet incisions are made within the
  hairline or natural creases around the ears to
  minimise scarring. These subtle incisions can be
  concealed by the hair and light makeup. Sometimes
  incisions are placed within the hair or inside
  the mouth. Most facelifts are performed under
  general anesthetic however some may only require
  a local anesthetic with sedation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

• Is there an ideal age for facelift surgery?
• Facelift surgery performed slightly earlier
  rather than a little later will produce a better,
  more natural and longer-lasting result. Facelift
  surgery can be performed from the age of 35,
  although the 40s and 50s are ideal for facial
  surgery. At this age, the facial tissues still
  have a natural elastic tone which can minimise
  the extent of the surgery required for
  rejuvenation. However good results can be
  achieved at any age it is more person dependent
  than age dependent. Dr Nettle has performed a
  facelift on several 84-year-olds, who enjoyed
  their experience and were very pleased with the
  results.

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• Does a facelift hurt?
• You will be surprised how little pain or
  discomfort is experienced. An initial feeling of
  tightness is fairly common, as the muscles and
  SMAS layer deep in the skin have been tightened.
  This tight feeling lasts days to weeks.
• How do you avoid the facelifted look?
• Simple techniques to avoid the facelifted look
  are standard practice for surgeons specifically
  trained in facial surgery. It is important to
  choose a qualified surgeon who you have
  confidence in and trust, and to discuss any
  concerns before the procedure.

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• Does a full facelift have to be done or are there
  more minor options?
• Our treatment menu offers many facial procedure
  options. Many people are content with gentle
  improvements through skin collagen replacement,
  dermal fillers and stimulants. If you require
  neckline, jowl or general sag improvement, you
  will require surgery. Mini-facelift procedures
  and small-incision forehead lifts are frequently
  performed at our practice, as there is a strong
  demand for quick recovery and minimally invasive
  surgery
• How many facelift procedures can I have?
• Facial surgery is usually a one-time event,
  although around a third of patients will choose
  to return for another one in around ten years.
  The first facelift defines the options for future
  treatments. If the incisions have been well
  chosen, the hairline has not been significantly
  altered and facial expression has not been
  changed, there is no limit to the number of
  facelift procedures that can be completed whilst
  still achieving a natural look.

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• Who will notice my facelift?
• Facelift surgery often passes unnoticed apart
  from comments such as You look well, Have you
  been on a holiday? or You look very relaxed.

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Thank You

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