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reviewed by Lorcan Sheppard BSc MBBS FRCA, Chief Medical Officer for The Private Clinic of Harley Street, London.
Last Reviewed April 30th 2025
Face Lift Surgery
As we get older, our faces show the signs of ageing and a face lift surgery, also known as rhytidoplasty, tightens the skin around your face, and neck, in a youthful, rejuvenated .
Ageing, weight loss, smoking and may cause the skin to lose volume, sag or pull away from the face and neck. People seek face lifts to remove this extra skin, creating a firm, appearance.
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Areas face lift surgery can change:
Depending on your facial structure and skin you will be by our Consultant Reconstructive and Plastic who will work with you to the best course of and type of facelift . Consultations are available in and .
Face Lift Surgery at a glance
Time
1 – 3 hours
Anaesthetic Type
Local with / General Anaesthetic
Stay
/ Overnight
Support Garments
garment
Washing
1 week
Driving
2 weeks
Up & Mobile
1 day
Sexual Activity
4 – 6 weeks
Back to Work
1 – 2 weeks
Exercise
4 – 6 weeks
Travel
6 weeks
Recovery Time
6 weeks
Sleeping
Elevated on back for 2 weeks
Final Results
6 – 12 months
What is the best type of Face Lift procedure?
At The Clinic, our will discuss the best to suit your face and neck. They could be:
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Face Lift Surgery Before & After Photos
Our reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your with The Clinic will be an exciting to your goals. Take a look at some of the results below
What to Expect
The Clinic has been treating for over 40 years with of people placing their trust in us each year. We pride on being able to offer a personalised service. We have a team of friendly nurses and expert surgeons who understand the importance of this and will you throughout your with us.
The first stage of your Face lift surgery journey will be a with one of our expert .
There are several techniques used and it is very important to have a full consultation to assess each patient’s unique situation.
As each face is different, the procedures are tailor-made to each so the exact procedure from patient to patient. A will be able to what is and effective in your .
At your consultation, your will go through the procedure in detail and examine the areas that you are concerned about.
Your will then discuss:
Following your consultation, you will be introduced to your patient who will be your point of contact should you wish to proceed with face lift .
In the of patient safety, all our patients are our patient selection . your your medical history will be and the nurse will choose which pre-operative tests to carry out which are going to be most appropriate to you. Most pre-operative assessments a blood test, MRSA swabs, urine test and a blood test.
The procedures typically take 1-3 hours. The more and can take longer.
For many of our facelift procedures, you will only need local . It is possible to have sedation along with it to help calm patients. Most patients will require general anaesthesia for the full facelift. are typically made behind and in front of the ears, carefully to and scarring. In some cases, the extend onto the scalp.
From there the surgeon will reach the deeper layers of the face which will be repositioned and ‘lifted’. on the procedure, muscle tightening and liposuction to the neck may be performed to enhance the effect of the facelift.
Depending on the procedure, you may require an overnight stay in the hospital. Tubes may be attached to the incision sites to collect fluid – a response to of this kind. Some facelifts will not require such care and hospital stays and this will be discussed fully at your consultation.
It is important to choose a qualified and experienced to perform your to ensure you achieve the best possible results and minimise and .
Treatments for those for a facelift:
The Results
The soft tissue of the face will be tightened, resulting in a tightened, more youthful appearance. However, the ageing process doesn’t stop after a facelift, so you may wish to your ‘new’ with aesthetic and treatments.
It is that you take 1-2 weeks off work. You may need more downtime for more extensive procedures. Exercise and carrying heavy loads are during the initial healing period. You will be prescribed to help with any discomfort . is significantly reduced within a few days, whilst bruising will subside within a few weeks.
of the head is recommended to reduce the amount of swelling. It is important to avoid smoking to help the full healing . We will always aim to see you back in the clinic in the days following your procedure to ensure that you are well and then again at around 6 weeks.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A is best suited to patients who have skin around their face and find that they are looking tired or upset when they are not.
A with one of our expert consultant plastic surgeons is a great place to start your journey. You will be able to find out more about the procedure as well as seeing if you would be and what results you can expect to .
may include high blood pressure, diabetes, lung or heart disease and bleeding disorders as these can increase your risk for complications. A full history will be taken at your and your full suitability will be discussed with your .
Scarring is all on the Surgeon’s skills and experience, and with the most advanced available today, is kept to a minimum. sites will be carefully considered to reduce visibility during recovery and in the long term. They are also very well for both women and men.
The scars following a facelift are usually found along the and around the ears. This means that the scars can be hidden by your hair. Overtime, with proper care your scars will fade and become flat making them almost unnoticeable.
The majority of our patients undergoing a are over the age of 40. There is no upper age limit but being realistic of your expectations is important. Ideally, the best results are seen on who still have left in their skin, have good bone structure and most importantly; are fit and well.
An initial consultation with one of our expert facial surgeons is the best way to find out your for surgery and what you can expect to achieve.
Your is your time with the surgeon to discuss your outcome of surgery, ask any questions you may have prepared and go through the surgical procedure talking through any concerns that you might have.
We along some photographs of your younger self as many of our patients do not want to look different, just younger and this is the best way for your to see how your face has changed as you have got older and work out the best way to give you the results that you want.
Our advice on what to consider when to have a facelift procedure:
1. When choosing a clinic, you should always do your research, and only go to an established, clinic.
The Clinic has been in the cosmetic for over 40 years. We are here to answer all of your questions and give you peace of mind.
2. When choosing a surgeon, make sure you know who you’ll be seeing. Their expertise, qualifications and satisfaction rate are important to take into .
At The Private Clinic, we only source the most and specialised . Find out more about our plastic surgeons here.
3. Price should never be the factor when where to have your . Safety should be your number one and feeling confident that they will look after you – not only before, but also after your procedure
4. When it sounds too good to be true, it often is. Always find out what your clinic’s reputation is.
Our excellent for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Clinic will be an exciting to a newfound shape.
Why Choose The Private Clinic
Meet our Surgeons
We have a dedicated Plastic Surgeon and medical team who will be with you throughout your journey. At The Clinic, Facelift surgery is by some of the UK’s top consultant surgeons who have of .
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Consultant & Reconstructive Surgeon
& Reconstructive Surgeon
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