Tha-in photo

Facelift: before and after

Do your wrinkles bother you? And are you simply not looking the way you feel inside? A facelift can be a great solution.

Element heart Element heart Element heart Element heart Element heart
9.0/10 based on 1902 reviews

Facelift: before and after

You have probably thought about a facelift for a long time before you actually take the step to the clinic. Perhaps you've been bothered by sagging skin or just wrinkles for much longer, and you often look more tired than you actually feel inside. If you have then taken the first step to come for a consultation, it is also important to see what is actually possible. This is because there are several types of surgical lifts. Which lift might be suitable for you? This is considered on the basis of photos you send.

Once the photos have been assessed by the surgeon and it is clearer which type of lift you are suitable for, a consultation can be scheduled with one of our specialists. At this physical consultation, we discuss your wishes, look at your skin, give all the information regarding the possible surgical lift and explain the pre- and aftercare. But we also discuss your age and general health. Furthermore, we address any questions you may have and photographs are taken.

 

Several more appointments will follow before actual surgery is performed. More information on this can be found on this page.

Dr Thanya Tha-in SkinSurgery Clinics

Doctor Thanya Tha-In is one of the founders of SkinSurgery Clinics and studied medicine at Erasmus University in Rotterdam. Thanya looks beyond the area to be treated and is genuinely interested in you as a person. With care and attention, she explains your options and is realistic in the expected result. This applies to treatment with botox, but equally to surgery.

Dr Thanya Tha-In

KNMG Certified Cosmetic Physician & Surgeon
Drs. Frederique Gilisssen SkinSurgery Clinics scaled

Drs. Frederique Gilissen is a compassionate and perfectionist physician who listens carefully to her clients' wishes and provides honest advice. She is only satisfied when her clients are, striving for natural, refined results with a strong focus on personal attention.

Drs. Frederique Gilissen

Cosmetic Surgeon
Drs Amra Sabanovic

Drs Amra Sabanovic is an all-round cosmetic doctor, in every treatment she can express her creativity to achieve the most beautiful and long-lasting results. The Liquid Facelift treatment and Labia correction are her favourite treatment which she performs frequently. At SkinSurgery clinics, she is the real expert. 'I personally find a full face treatment the most beautiful treatment to perform. It really gives a fresher and younger look, which you see good effects of for a longer period of time.' It is a nice step on giving the face a subtle lift where you see immediate results.

Drs. Amra Šabanović

KNMG Certified Cosmetic Physician
Vivian

Drs Beekman is a passionate and skilled cosmetic doctor at SkinSurgery. She works very precisely and always strives for the most natural result. The cosmetic aspect of medicine has always interested her because of the fine dexterity and precise way of working. Drs Vivian Beekman likes to highlight all facets of cosmetic medicine. "Within Skin+Surgery, these facets come together nicely, which has allowed me to specialise in botox and surgical treatments such as eyelid correction."

Drs Vivian Beekman

KNMG Certified Cosmetic Physician
2025 JANNEKE SKINSURGERY scaled e1751975737172

Drs. Janneke Pekelharing is een kundige cosmetisch arts. Drs. Pekelharing kijkt naar het algehele plaatje en de juiste balans. Haar doel is niet om iemand te veranderen, maar om de mooiste, meest frisse versie van jezelf naar voren te brengen, op een manier die past bij jouw unieke uitstraling.

Drs. Janneke Pekelharing

Certified cosmetic doctor at SkinSurgery Clinics

Dr. Tessa Drijkoningen is a passionate and skilled cosmetic physician at Skin+Surgery. In addition to her extensive experience as a surgeon, she has also obtained a doctorate in surgery. Dr. Tessa always treats her clients holistically to maintain a beautiful and natural appearance.

Dr Tessa Drijkoningen

Cosmetic Doctor
Suzanne

Drs Suzanne van Soest is a highly skilled and passionate cosmetic doctor with an undeniable dedication and passion for beauty. With her extensive knowledge and experience in aesthetic medicine, she has built a reputation as a reliable and experienced specialist in her field.

Drs Suzanne van Soest

KNMG Certified Cosmetic Physician
Certified cosmetic doctor at SkinSurgery Clinics

Dr. Lara van de Lande is a perfectionistic and driven cosmetic physician at Skin+Surgery. In addition to her extensive experience as a surgeon, she has also obtained a doctorate through scientific research on congenital facial abnormalities and their treatments.

Dr Lara van de Lande

Cosmetic Doctor
Certified cosmetic doctor at SkinSurgery Clinics

Drs. Aletta de Wit is a true all-rounder within SkinSurgery Clinics. Drs Aletta de Wit is our specialist when it comes to wrinkle treatments and treatments aimed at restoring contours and volume loss in the face. She does this using botox and PDO threads as well as skin-enhancing treatments with skin boosters and peels. Drs Aletta de Wit looks closely at your face, listens to your personal wishes and provides honest advice in what suitable options are available to subtly optimise the proportions of your face and bring it back into harmony for a fresh, youthful appearance.

Drs Aletta de Wit

KNMG Certified Cosmetic Physician
Huidspecialist bij SkinSurgery Clinics

Skin specialist Dominique Kortenoeven is a true skin improvement specialist within Skin+Surgery Clinics. "Helping people inside and out that's what is my favourite thing to do. I always try to build a special bond with my clients by listening carefully and giving expert advice, everyone is unique. I apply my experience in the field of skin improvement during my treatments."

Dominique Kortenoeven

Certified skin specialist

Facelift after: recovery

After a facelift, your face and neck will be swollen and blue. At first, it will not look pleasant, but as a rule, you will have little discomfort. Against swelling, you can cool the operated area at home. The rules of life for the weeks after surgery are as follows:

  • Staying at home for the first week
  • Taking it easy for the first few weeks
  • For the first 3 weeks after surgery, do not press, push, lift or bend down
  • Taking 7 days of prescribed medication
  • Keep the pressure bandage on for a few days; the surgeon will give you further information about this
  • Drains are removed after 2 days
  • 2-3 days of liquid food
  • Sutures are removed 1 to 2 weeks after surgery
  • Sports may be resumed slowly after 4 weeks

The final result is visible only after several weeks. However, scars take an average of 6 to 12 months to recover. Initially, the scars will be swollen and red. To aid recovery, we provide scar cream and it is wise to minimise sun exposure.

Wist je daarbij dat klanten regelmatig na een facelift bij ons ook besluiten om een necklift te nemen?

Facelift

Prices and coverage

SkinSurgery Clinics provides the highest quality at a competitive price. The cost of the facelift varies per treatment, depending on the extensiveness of the procedure. A facelift is reimbursed only on medical grounds.

Facelift

Surgical Lift Face result
facelift buccal treatment final result
facelift consequence
faclift icm buccal before and after
before and after double chin
before and after face neck lift result
face neck lift before and after progression
facelift treatment end result
result after face neck lift
before and after surgical facelift
before and after facelift

Facelift: the procedure

To minimise the possible risks of complications, we kindly ask you to consider the following in preparation for the procedure:

  • Start Arnica drops one week in advance
  • Nothing to eat or drink 6 hours before the start of the procedure. However, a little water to rinse the mouth or take medication is allowed
  • In consultation with the surgeon, discontinue certain medication for several days
  • Do not drink alcohol for 1 week before and 1 week after surgery
  • Stop smoking 2 weeks before and after surgery. This is because smoking interferes with wound healing and increases the risk of infection
  • That someone comes with you, as you are not allowed to participate independently in traffic

The procedure will take place under local anaesthesia with an intoxication. The duration of the operation depends on the extent of the procedure. It varies between 120-180 minutes. The area to be operated on is marked off by the surgeon. The incision runs from the temple down in front of the ear, then up behind the earlobe and ends (depending on each lift) in the hairline behind the ear.

Keyword

Frequently asked questions

Is your question there
not between?

Then contact us now

Mon to Sun 08:00 to 22:00

Is a Facelift Worth It?

For many people, a facelift is worthwhile because it provides long-lasting and natural results for sagging skin and deep wrinkles. It can give you a fresher, younger appearance and increased self-confidence, provided you have realistic expectations and choose an experienced doctor.

What is a facelift?

A facelift is a treatment performed when the skin of your face is sagging due to age. During the procedure, the skin and underlying muscle and connective tissue is tightened and lifted. This gives your face, neck and jawline a youthful contour.Watch our videos below where Dr Thanya Tha-In explains exactly what a facelift entails.

What types of lift are there?

Face slimming: this unique treatment consists of a combination treatment of liposuction of the neck and buccal fat removal. Face slimming is suitable for people with a full face who want more definition in their face. This procedure is recommended when the skin quality is firm. By performing extensive liposuction of the neck, combined with buccal fat removal, the right accents are added to the face so that your face looks slimmer and more youthful. The S-Lift: only the skin of the cheek is lifted, which is why the procedure is also called a 'mini lift' or 'mini facelift'. This technique is suitable up to a certain age and if the sagging is limited to the top layer of the skin. If there is also sagging of the underlying tissue layers, the MACS-Lift or a facelift will be a better choice. The MACS lift: not only is the skin of the cheek lifted, as with the S-Lift or mini-lift, but the underlying supporting tissue is also lifted (the SMAS layer). This technique is suitable when the face is sagging on multiple layers. This is often from the age of 45 to 50. The jawline and neck are not included in a MACS lift. Facelift: A facelift involves making an incision in front of the ear and behind the ear. The skin and the underlying connective tissue layer (the SMAS layer) are lifted. A facelift is a more extensive lift than a MACS lift. A facelift involves lifting the jawline. This lift can be performed using various techniques, such as a plication of the SMAS layer or a deep plane facelift. Your surgeon will personally advise you on which type is most suitable for you. Face and neck lift: a face/neck lift involves making an incision in front of the ear, behind the ear and under the chin. The cheeks, jawline and neck are lifted. The underlying layers, namely the SMAS layer and the neck muscles (the platysma muscles), are also lifted using a special technique. In this way, the cheeks, jawline and neck are lifted in a natural and sustainable way so that you can enjoy the result for longer. Neck lift with platysmaplasty: With a neck lift with platysmaplasty, the focus is entirely on the neck. An incision is made behind the ears and under the chin. After extensive liposuction of the neck, the neck muscles are lifted by suturing them together (platysmaplasty). This gives you a youthful, beautiful jawline without scars in front of the ears. The face is not lifted. Signature Lift: A Signature lift is a unique facial lift performed by Dr. Tha-in. It consists of a combination treatment of buccal fat removal, liposuction of the neck and then lifting the face and neck. This lift not only tightens your face but also adds accents at the right points that make you naturally more beautiful in a defined way. Dr. Tha-in will be happy to discuss this with you personally.

Should I sleep upright after a facelift?

Yes, it's recommended to sleep upright or semi-upright for the first few nights. This helps reduce swelling and bruising and promotes a smooth recovery.

Do I need to take supplements for a facelift?

Usually, taking special supplements isn't necessary for a facelift. A healthy and varied diet already supports your recovery well. Sometimes a doctor may recommend certain vitamins or supplements, but this is only done if absolutely necessary.

Overweight with a Facelift, is this possible?

Yes, a facelift is also possible for those who are overweight. However, the effect may be less pronounced because facial fat plays a role in the final result. During a consultation, the doctor will determine whether the procedure is suitable and safe for your situation.

From what age can you have a facelift?

A facelift can be considered from around age 40, when sagging skin and wrinkles become more visible. The right age varies from person to person and depends on your skin condition and preferences.

Why Does Your Face Look So Pulled Up After a Facelift

Immediately after a facelift, your face may look tight or slightly puffy due to swelling and skin tension. This gradually subsides over the following weeks, leaving a more natural and softer result.

Are there any risks or complications?

With every surgical procedure there is a chance of a complication. That is why it is important that you are aware of the procedure and the possible complications. There is a risk of an allergic reaction, bleeding or infection. The chance of this is very small. Our instruments are single-use and of the best quality. We work with very fine needles and fine diathermy, in order to minimize trauma to the tissue as much as possible. Specific complications with a facelift are damage to the nerves, asymmetry, hair loss, formation of hypertrophic scars and numbness of part of your face. The latter is usually not permanent.

What is the difference between the different lifts?

S-LIFT, also called a mini-lift, lifts only the cheek skin. The underlying support tissue is not lifted. MACS lift: MACS lift (Minimal Access Cranial Suspension lift) lifts not only the cheek skin but also the underlying support tissue. The neck is not included. Face/neck lift: With a face-neck lift, not only the cheek skin and the underlying support tissue are lifted through an extended incision behind the ear, but also the neck.

Aftercare after facelift

Get enough rest in the week after your treatment. Make sure someone can help you. Sleep on your back on 2 pillows. This reduces the chance of bleeding and swelling. It promotes healing. In the first two weeks after the treatment, you may not press, strain, lift or bend. We advise you not to smoke until the stitches are removed. Smoking increases the chance of complications. Avoid chewing solid food intensively. This puts pressure on the stitches in the face. Do not drink hot drinks, such as tea or coffee, to prevent congestion in the face. Swelling and bruising will get worse in the first three days and then slowly decrease again. It is wise to keep moving normally. This is good for the blood circulation and wound healing. Do not do heavy or strenuous work or sports activities during the first six weeks. Plan your social contacts. Stay home for a week. The treated area will look blue, swollen and bruised for the first week. The scars may also be red and swollen immediately after the treatment. This can be quite a shock. One to two weeks after a facelift, you will usually be presentable again and can resume your social activities. We advise you not to expose the scars to UV sunlight and/or the sunbed for 3 months after the operation. Avoid emotional excitement. After a few weeks, everything will be fine again.

Is a facelift the end of the road?

No, a facelift isn't the end of the road. The aging process continues, but a facelift turns back the clock considerably. Sometimes people opt for a minor follow-up treatment later to maintain the beautiful result.

Facelift for: the consultation

On the day of the consultation, you will have an appointment with one of our consultants. During the consultation, much attention will be paid to discussing your wishes. Explain well what your wishes and concerns are. We know from experience that a tight facelift is not always the most beautiful facelift. You want to keep your natural facial expression and smile after the procedure, as this gives character to your face. During the intake, your face will be closely examined. After all, every face is different. Following the interview and physical examination, the most appropriate technique will be advised. The consultant will explain exactly what this technique involves and what you can expect regarding the final result after a lift. The difference between different types of lifts will also be explained. The associated scar and recovery time will also be discussed. The average recovery time is about two weeks. Some questions will also be asked regarding your medical background. Indeed, it could happen that, when using certain medicines, it is important to discontinue them temporarily. During the consultation, a lot of information will come your way, so a lot of food for thought. This is why we schedule a second consultation with the surgeon, so that you can be completely sure of your decision.

Facelift

Radiate again like never before

If you suffer from facial wrinkles and lines, sunken cheeks and sunken jawline, a facelift is the right treatment for you.

Contact us by phone

Mon to Sun 08:00 to 22:00