Facelift MACS-lift

If a MACS-Lift cannot produce the desired result, the surgeon will recommend a different lift. At Skin + Surgery we specialize in different types of lifts and techniques.

The S-Lift </ a> : only the skin of the cheek is lifted, which is why the procedure is also called ‘minilift’ or ‘mini facelift’. This technique is suitable until a certain age and when the sagging has been limited to the top layer of the skin. If there is also slackening of the underlying tissue layers, the MACS-Lift or a facelift will be a better choice.

Face and neck lift </ a> : With a face / neck lift, an extended incision behind the ear not only lifts the skin of the cheek and the underlying supporting tissue, but also lifts the neck.

Necklift with platysmaplasty </ b >: this lift is recommended if especially the neck (and underlying muscles) are relaxed. The skin of the face is not lifted with this treatment.

Face slimming </ b>: this unique treatment tackles chubby hamster cheeks and a stubborn double chin. In this case, there is no question of enormous slackening, but there is unwanted volume, which gives you, for example, a baby face .

Dr. Tha-In Signature Lift : all of Dr. Tha-In together. Combining her many years of experience, this lift allows her to tackle multiple problem areas at once and achieve amazing results.

A MACS lift is suitable for people who want a natural change in their face and want to remedy the sagging that has developed over the years. The degree of sagging of the skin and underlying tissues determine whether a MACS-Lift is necessary. The surgeon will always assess whether this can give you the desired result, or if another lift is a more suitable alternative.

It is a relatively short procedure of approximately 2 hours, which can be performed under local anesthesia. This means there are no additional risks that do apply to general anesthesia.

The incisions, and therefore the scars, are relatively small compared to a classic facelift.

The results of a MACS facelift last significantly longer than those of injectables and fillers or other non-surgical treatments to combat skin aging.

A MACS-Lift does not affect the forehead, eyes, jawline or most of the neck. If you want to address these areas, you will need additional treatments such as an eyelid correction, neck liposuction or a neck lift.

It is not a suitable procedure for someone with severe skin sagging, poor muscle tone or a lot of fat in the neck.

As with all cosmetic procedures, the final results depend much more on the skill of the surgeon than the actual technique used.

You will get small scars, but our surgeon will hide them as best he can.

There is a risk of complication with any surgical treatment. 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, infection or nerve damage. The chance of this is very small. Our instruments are of the best quality. We work with very fine needles and fine diathermy, so as to minimize trauma to the tissue.

Specific complications with a facelift are nerve damage, asymmetry, hair loss, hypertrophic scarring and numbness of part of your face. The complications are not permanent and often recover in the course of 3-4 months after the procedure.

• Take enough rest in the week after your treatment. Make sure someone can help you.
• Sleep in the supine position on 2 pillows. This reduces the risk of bleeding and swelling. It promotes healing.
• Do not push, push, lift or bend over during the first two weeks after treatment.
• We recommend that you do not smoke until the stitches are removed. Smoking increases the risk of complications.
• Avoid intensive chewing of solid foods. This puts pressure on the sutures in the face.
• Do not drink hot drinks, such as tea or coffee, to avoid facial congestion.
• Swelling and bruising get worse for the first three days and then slowly subside.
• It is wise to keep moving normally. This is good for circulation and wound healing.
• Do not engage in heavy and strenuous work or sports activities for the first six weeks.
• Schedule your social contacts. Stay at home for a week. The treated area will look blue, swollen, and bruised for the first week. The scars can also be red and swollen immediately after the treatment. This is sometimes a bit of a shock.
• One to two weeks after a facelift you are usually presentable again and you can resume your social activities.
• We advise you not to expose the scars to UV sunlight and / or the tanning bed for 3 months after surgery.
• After 3 months it is advisable to start with connective tissue massages. This relaxes the skin, underlying tissue and scars. The massages promote recovery and ensure longer retention of the result.
• Avoid emotional arousal. After a few weeks everything will be fine again.