Facelift before and after. Photos of the results

You could be a candidate for facelift surgery if you experience any of the following:

• You have lost facial skin elasticity
• You have excess skin, folds or wrinkles on your face
• Your skin has become thinner causing it to droop
• Your face has been overexposed to the sun causing and of the above
• You have lost a lot of weight leaving excess skin

Every patient will have undergone a full consultation with Paul so that patients are made fully aware and comfortable before entering into any surgery.

The hospital where your operation is taking place will provide patients with full detailed written instructions on preparing for surgery.

Facelift surgery is performed under general anaesthesia meaning patients are not prohibited to eat or drink 6 hours prior to the operation.

The recovery process can be different depending on the patient.

However, most patients will usually:

• Need to stay in the hospital overnight with drains
• Patients who undergo a facelift have stitch removal after a week and experience some swelling and discomfort lasting 2-3 weeks after the surgery
• Have to avoid exercise or strenuous activities for several weeks after the surgery
• All scars are raised, red, itchy and tender for some time before finally maturing after about a year

The face lift aesthetics

Choosing to undergo a face lift procedure usually entails different desires for men and women in terms of facial contours, definition, and the extent of the surgery. At the time of the consultation, we work closely with patients to clearly identify areas they consider a priority for rejuvenation, beautification, and maintenance, and very importantly, to explore in detail their personal perceptions of beauty and health, so that a sensible age-appropriate treatment plan is produced.

3D imaging consultation
It is difficult to imagine how even subtle changes to the facial contour can have a profound effect on appearance and the advent of 3D-imaging has made a vital difference in the planning process for face lift surgery.

Such imaging can help patients see if the changes they initially prioritise actually result in the effect they desire; as a consequence, the treatment plan may focus on these changes, or alternatively re-direct in order to produce the impact that the patient seeks.

Writing down the points that are of most concern about the appearance provides a useful way of structuring the consultation to target those elements and identify procedures that can achieve such effects.

Types of facelifts include traditional facelifts, mini facelifts, and neck lifts. Each type varies in the extent of the surgery and areas targeted.

A typical facelift surgery can take 2 to 5 hours, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the extent of the changes being made.

Initial recovery typically takes 1 to 2 weeks, during which patients should expect some swelling and bruising. Full recovery, with all swelling and bruising gone and final results visible, can take several months.

As with any surgery, facelifts carry risks such as infection, bleeding, scarring, asymmetry, nerve injury, and anaesthesia complications. However, these risks are rare when performed by a qualified surgeon.

While a facelift can make you look younger, it does not stop the ageing process. The results can last 10 years or more, but individual longevity of the results can vary based on factors like skin type, lifestyle, and overall health.

During a consultation, your surgeon will look at your medical history, discuss your goals, and asses your face. They will explain the procedure, risks, benefits, and answer any questions you may have.