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Facelift (Rhytidectomy)

Facelift

Facelift (Rhytidectomy)

A Facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a sophisticated surgical procedure designed to address visible signs of aging in the face and neck. This transformative procedure reduces sagging skin, smooths deep folds, and tightens underlying tissues to restore a more youthful, refreshed facial appearance while maintaining natural-looking results.

Unlike non-surgical treatments that provide temporary improvements, a facelift delivers long-lasting rejuvenation by addressing the fundamental structural changes that occur with aging. The procedure can effectively correct midface sagging, deep creases below the lower eyelids and along the nose extending to the corner of the mouth, loss of muscle tone in the lower face, and loose skin and excess fatty deposits under the chin and jaw.

At Neoderma Clinica, our experienced plastic surgeons use advanced techniques to create natural-looking results that avoid the "pulled" or "wind-tunnel" appearance of older facelift methods. We customize each procedure to address your specific concerns and facial anatomy, often combining the facelift with complementary procedures like brow lifts, eyelid surgery, or fat grafting for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

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Procedure Details

During a Facelift procedure, our plastic surgeon will:

Make discreet incisions
Lift and reposition tissues
Tighten facial muscles
Remove excess skin
Redistribute facial fat
Close incisions with sutures

Recovery & Results

After your Facelift procedure:

Rest with head elevated
Apply cold compresses
Take prescribed medications
Return to light activities in 2 weeks
Initial results visible in 2-3 weeks
Final results in 3-6 months
Popular FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

There is no specific "right age" for a facelift as aging affects everyone differently based on genetics, lifestyle, and environmental factors. Most facelift patients are between 40 and 70 years old, with the average being in the mid-50s. The best time to consider a facelift is when you notice persistent signs of aging that bother you and cannot be adequately addressed with less invasive treatments. These signs typically include sagging skin along the jawline (jowls), deepening nasolabial folds, loss of definition in the neck, and overall facial laxity. During your consultation, our surgeon will evaluate your facial anatomy and aging pattern to determine if a facelift is appropriate for you.

A facelift provides long-lasting rejuvenation, typically setting back the clock on facial aging by 7-10 years. While the procedure creates permanent changes, it doesn't stop the natural aging process. Most patients enjoy their results for 8-12 years before considering any additional procedures. Factors affecting longevity include surgical technique, skin quality, bone structure, lifestyle choices, and genetics. To maximize your results, we recommend maintaining a stable weight, following a good skincare regimen with sun protection, avoiding smoking, limiting alcohol consumption, and considering maintenance treatments like laser therapy or injectables as needed.

Modern facelift techniques focus on creating natural-looking results that avoid the tight, pulled appearance associated with older methods. At Neoderma Clinica, our surgeons use advanced techniques that address the deeper facial tissues (SMAS layer) rather than simply pulling the skin tight. This approach repositions underlying structures to their more youthful position while avoiding tension on the skin. We carefully customize each procedure to enhance your natural features while preserving your unique facial characteristics and expressions. Most patients report that friends and colleagues notice they look refreshed, rested, and more youthful without being able to pinpoint that they've had surgery.

Facelift incisions are strategically placed to be as inconspicuous as possible. Typically, incisions begin in the hairline at the temples, continue around the ear, and end in the lower scalp. The precise pattern depends on your facial structure and the extent of correction needed. Our surgeons use meticulous closure techniques to minimize visible scarring. Initially, scars may appear red and raised but will gradually fade to thin, barely noticeable lines over 6-12 months. Most patients find that their scars are well-concealed within natural creases or hairline and can be easily covered with makeup once healed. We provide detailed scar care instructions to optimize healing and minimize visibility.