Face Lift

What is Face Lift Surgery

Face-lifting is a cosmetic surgery procedure that creates a youthful appearance in the face. This procedure can help reduce sagging. The procedure can help to smooth out folds in the skin around the jawline and cheeks. Face-lifting is also known as rhytidectomy.

A flap of skin is removed from each side of the facial area during a facelift. The tissues below the skin have been altered and the excess skin removed. The face will look more youthful.

A necklift is usually done in conjunction with a facelift. It can reduce neck fat and skin sagging.

Face-lifts won't fix damage caused by sun exposure such as wrinkles and fine lines. Other cosmetic procedures can improve the appearance or quality of skin.

Facelift Surgery Quick Details

WHO IS THIS FOR Face Lift Surgery

Facelifts can be recommended to those with excess skin on the face, jaw or eyes.

Patients who have lost weight recently can undergo facelift surgery

People who are low on self-esteem and confidence because of the ageing appearance of their faces.

Most patients are in their 40s or 50s. However, face lift surgery is also successful in older patients.

Face Lift Surgery  TREATMENT DURATION

Facelift surgery usually takes between 2-4 hours.

General time for the treatment can vary from patient to patient, depending on their individual needs and situation

Face Lift Surgery RECOVERY TIME

Recovery time can vary between patients, but the average is two weeks.

The swelling and bruising on your neck and face should go away fairly quickly.

Rest for at least one week following a facelift. This is because you may experience pain, fatigue and soreness.

The final effects of treatment may not be seen for up to 9 months after the initial bruising.

Face Lift Surgery  SUCCESS

Facelift surgery is generally a very successful procedure, with more than 98% of patients reporting an improvement in their face appearance after undergoing the treatment.

Face Lift Surgery  POTENTIAL RISKS & SIDE EFFECTS

Face lift surgery at ızmir Clinic is free of serious complications. Your face lift surgery will be performed perfectly by a surgeon who is an expert. After the surgery, there are some common side effects such as bleeding and pain. These will go away in a few days.

Some Risks

• Haematoma (collection of blood underneath the skin)
• Nerve damage or loss of movement in the face
• Asymmetry of features
• Obvious scarring
• Excessive bleeding
• Hair loss or reduction around the scar tissue areas

How Does It Work Face Lift surgery ?

Face lifting surgery is performed using a variety of techniques and methods. All methods have some common steps. Facelifts, for example, are typically performed using a general anesthetic. However some mini-facelifts may be done under general anesthetic. The procedure usually takes between 2 and 4 hours, with 1or 2 overnight stay in the hospital. You can expect to wake up with dressings and drainage tubes on your face. There may be some tightness and pain, but you will receive painkillers.

There are many different types of facelifts. Below is a step-by-step guide to what you can expect from a typical procedure.

Incisions: The surgeon will make an incision above the hairline of either side of the scalp. The incisions will go past the front ear, under the earlobe and behind the ear.

Additional incisions will be made if you are also lifting the jawline.

Remove excess skin: Extra, sagging skin will be removed from the selected areas.

Upwards, and then backwards: The skin is pulled up and backwards in a new direction. Then, stitches are used to secure it.

Bandages: Apply bandages to the face to reduce swelling and minimise bruises.

The Different Types of Facelift Surgeries

The above steps describe a conventional facelift. The keyhole technique is another common way to tighten up muscles and eliminate excess fat. It is best suited for upper and brow facelifts. The recovery time and the results will vary, but it is best to consult your doctor for advice. Other facelift techniques are available. Below we have briefly described them.

Deep Plane Facelift

This method requires deeper incisions. It is best for those with severe sagging or wrinkles. Deep plane is one of the most popular techniques for facelifting.

Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System (SMAS) Lift

This technique tightens the SMAS tissue, which is located between the forehead bone and the collarbone. During this procedure, no deep cuts are required. Only the SMAS is tightened. This method is suitable for those with mild facial laxity.

Mini Facelift

A mini-facelift is similar to an SMAS lift but with smaller incisions. This technique, which is also called a short-scar lift, is usually recommended for younger patients aged 40-50.

What Is The Recovery Time After Face Lift Surgery In Turkey?

When planning facelift surgery in Turkey, the last thing you should consider is how much time you will need to allow for recovery. You may experience mild bruising and soreness for the first few days after surgery. Rest at home, relax and elevate your head. After 10 days, most of the bruising should have faded. You can touch-up your bruises with some make-up. Normal healing takes 10-14 days.

What Happens After Face Lift Surgery In Turkey?

You may experience some swelling and bruising on your neck after a facelift in Turkey.  You need to stay 1or 2 night stay in the hospital. Before discharge, you'll have to remove your drains. Spending the first few days in your home is a good idea. On the third day, you are usually able to bathe. After a few weeks, you may apply makeup to your face. A week later, you can able to return back to work. The stitches in your anterior ear will come out on the fifth, and then the scalp stitches as well as the ones behind the ear at the end the first week.

What Should I Expect From Face lift Surgery?

Face lift surgery is often performed by patients who are unhappy with their looks. You may lack confidence because you think you look older than your age, or perhaps you just want a younger and more refreshed appearance. You and your doctor will decide together what your problems are, how to best address them to get the best results. Some patients combine their neck lift with a face lift. You'll be able to discuss these options during your first consultation with your doctor.

Face lifts are popular procedures, but you should be aware of all the possible risks and side effects. Your treatment will be performed under general anesthesia, which means that you will be unconscious during the entire procedure. You may feel disoriented and drowsy when you awaken. It can be a little unnerving to wake up with bandages covering your face, but it's perfectly normal. Pain medication is often prescribed to control discomfort after surgery, which is typically mild.

After your face lift, you may experience some numbness in the skin. This will subside within a few months. The bruising will usually last for around two weeks. It may take six to nine month to see the final results.

Facelift Cost Abroad

In recent years, facelift costs have decreased. The price you pay depends on several factors including your doctor, clinic, where you receive your treatment and the details of the surgery.

We've listed the average facelift prices in a variety of countries. These prices are not guaranteed or fixed. They are the average starting price. These prices may vary depending on the individual needs of patients, and also from one country to another.

• Country Estimated Cost
• UK
• EUR10,000
• USA
• EUR9,000
• Turkey
• EUR2,500 - EUR5,000
• Australia
• EUR9,000

Compare prices and read reviews of clinics and doctors to learn more about Facelifts in Turkey.

How Is Face Lift Surgery In Turkey Performed?

Face lift surgery is customized for each patient in Turkey by determining his or her needs. In the first instance, a facial analysis is done. This is the stage where the wishes of the patient are evaluated and if they are possible. A facelift surgery in Turkey can then be planned based on the recommendations. The suitability of each person to undergo the face lift is assessed before the operation. These tests are identical to those that would be performed prior to any surgical procedure. Blood values, hormone levels and whether the patient has a disease which prevents surgery will be checked. Once it is determined that the patient is a suitable candidate for surgery the planning and preparation stage begins. The anatomy is more complex than it appears from the outside. There are many technical details to this procedure. It is important to cut the skin at the border between the ear and the cheek. This cut is continued by sewing into the scalp in the area behind the ear and behind the ear.

Self-care

Self-care at home during the first three weeks will help your recovery and lower the risk of complications:

Follow your surgeon's instructions for wound care.

You should not remove crusting scabs from your wound.

Use the appropriate shampoos and detergents according to the instructions.

Wear clothes with a front fastening. Avoid clothing that is pulled over the top.

Avoid excessive motion or pressure on the incision and surrounding areas.

Avoid wearing makeup.

Avoid intense or aerobic sports and activities.

Three weeks after the surgery, do not expose your incision to direct sunlight. After that, apply a sunblock with an SPF of 30 or more.

Do not bleach, color or perm your hair for six weeks.

In the first few weeks following your face-lift you may want to style your hair so that it does not show any signs of the incision. You can choose to put off attending social events for several months.