
Me, a facelift?
Growing older brings many wonderful experiences, but after 50, your face may not always reflect how young and energetic you feel inside. Wrinkles, sagging skin or sagging facial contours can make you look more tired than you actually feel. Are you considering a facelift to refresh your appearance? Then it is important to be well informed. Common questions such as “Is now the right time?”, “How natural will the result be?” and “When will I be presentable again?” are often discussed during an initial consultation.
What is a facelift?
A facelift is a surgical procedure performed to reduce the visible signs of aging on the face. As we age, the skin and underlying tissue sags, leading to wrinkles and a sagging jawline. During a facelift, the skin and the underlying connective tissue (the so-called SMAS layer) are lifted, which ensures a more youthful and fresher-looking face, neck and jawline.
At SkinSurgery, we take extensive time during the first consultation to discuss which method best suits your situation, what you can expect from the results, and what risks there are. We are transparent in our advice. Even if there is minimal relaxation, we can advise you to postpone the procedure or not even perform it.
Different types of facelifts
SkinSurgery offers various types of facelifts, tailored to your specific wishes and the degree of skin sagging. Below you will find an overview of the available options:
S-Lift (Mini-Lift)
This technique uses a small incision in front of the ear and lifts only the skin of the cheeks. The underlying supporting tissue (the SMAS layer) remains untouched. This is ideal for mild skin sagging.
MACS-Lift (Minimal Access Cranial Suspension Lift)
This method not only lifts the skin of the cheeks, but also the underlying supporting tissue (SMAS layer). This gives a tighter result. However, the jawline is not included in this treatment.
Complete Facelift
An incision is made in front and behind the ear. The skin of the cheeks, the SMAS layer and the jawline are lifted, leading to a complete rejuvenation of the face.
Neck lift
De halslift richt zich specifiek op de hals en wordt vaak gecombineerd met een facelift (Face- Halslift). Er wordt een incisie gemaakt achter het oor en langs de haargrens. In sommige gevallen wordt ook vet onder de kin verwijderd met behulp van liposuctie om de kaaklijn te verbeteren.
How does the facelift treatment proceed?
At SkinSurgery we do everything we can to make your experience as comfortable as possible. The facelift is performed under a light anesthetic, also called an “intoxication”. You will sleep during the procedure and feel no pain. Our surgeon makes an incision along the hairline and in front of the ear, after which the skin is gently separated from the underlying tissue. The underlying connective tissue (SMAS layer) is then pulled tight and sutured. After removing excess skin, the incisions are sutured. The procedure takes approximately 150 minutes.
The recovery process varies from person to person, but most swelling and bruising subsides within 1 to 2 weeks. The final result is visible after a few months.
What you need to know before undergoing a facelift
A facelift is a major choice that must be carefully considered. It is important that you think about your reasons for having the procedure. Why do you want a facelift? Are you well informed about the available options? And have you discussed the pros and cons with your doctor? At SkinSurgery we ensure that you always receive honest and professional advice, so that you can take the time to make an informed decision.
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We'd love to get to know you better!
Are you curious whether a facelift is the right choice for you? Or would you like more information about the different options? Please contact SkinSurgery for a non-binding consultation. We are happy to guide you through every step of the process, so that you can look at yourself with a renewed sense of self-confidence. Via our online pre-analysis form you can send online photos that will be assessed by our cosmetic surgeon. After establishing the correct indication, we will contact you by telephone to arrange a no-obligation consultation. Click here to go to the pre-analysis form.