The decision to consider a face lift is not based solely on visible sagging, but on the moment when facial changes begin to affect how you feel in everyday life. When your reflection seems unfamiliar, when others frequently remark that you look tired, or when photographs reveal a softening of the jawline or cheeks, these may be signs that age-related changes are becoming more evident.
What matters most is gaining a clear understanding of the specific changes taking place in your own face. As each patient differs in skin thickness, fat distribution, muscle and fascial strength, and lifestyle, there is no single approach that suits everyone. During consultation, we carefully explain your current facial structure, how it is likely to change over time, and propose the most natural and balanced options for improvement.
We believe the purpose of a face lift is not to create a “younger” face, but to restore “harmony with your original features“. Identifying the approach that is truly right for you begins with an accurate and thoughtful assessment.
A face lift is well suited to individuals experiencing noticeable sagging in the lower face, including descent of the cheeks, reduced definition along the jawline, or a less distinct separation between the jaw and neck. When ageing affects not only the skin but also the deeper supporting structures such as the SMAS layer and ligaments, surgical lifting may provide the most effective correction.
Most patients are able to resume normal daily activities within approximately 7-10 days. Bruising and Swelling typically subside gradually over 2 to 4 weeks, although this varies between individuals. The facial tissues continue to stabilise over time, with the final result becoming apparent at around 3 months.
Surgical incisions are carefully placed in natural creases around the ears and along the hairline to ensure minimal visibility. While healing differs from person to person, any resulting scars generally soften and become less noticeable once recovery is complete.
The repositioned deeper tissues, including the SMAS layer, are intended to provide durable results, often lasting 5 to 10 years or longer. As the natural ageing process continues, the longevity of results may vary according to skin quality, lifestyle, and individual factors.
A face lift corrects sagging at its source by repositioning the deeper structural layers of the face, rather than addressing the surface alone.
Non-surgical treatments such as thread lifting or liposuction can be effective for mild laxity or specific areas of concern, but in cases of moderate to advanced sagging, a face lift offers more comprehensive and longer-lasting improvement.