Facelift
Surgery
A facelift (rhytidectomy) addresses sagging skin, deep folds, and loss of facial contour by repositioning underlying tissues and removing excess skin. Expert surgeons in Türkiye (Previously "Turkey") deliver natural, rejuvenated results.
How Facelift Works
Incisions
Hidden within the hairline and around ears for minimal visible scarring.
SMAS Repositioning
Deeper tissue layer tightened and repositioned for lasting, natural results.
Skin Redraped
Excess skin removed and remaining skin smoothly redraped without tension.
Closure
Fine sutures and drains placed. Compression dressing applied.
Facelift Types
Mini Facelift
Addresses early jowling and mild sagging with shorter incisions. Quicker recovery, best for ages 40-55.
Full Facelift
Comprehensive rejuvenation of lower and mid-face. Addresses significant laxity and deep folds.
Deep Plane Facelift
Most advanced technique lifting deeper tissues en bloc. Longest-lasting results with natural appearance.
For patients not ready for surgery, explore Botox and fillers for non-surgical facial rejuvenation.
Enhance Your Results
+ Neck Lift
Comprehensive lower face and neck rejuvenation.
+ Blepharoplasty
Address tired-looking eyes alongside facial rejuvenation.
+ Fat Transfer
Restore volume to cheeks and temples for youthful fullness.
Recovery Journey
Week 1
Drains removed day 1-2. Compression dressing worn. Swelling and bruising peak then subside.
Week 2
Sutures removed. Most bruising faded. Light activities can resume.
Week 4
Return to work. Residual swelling continues to improve. Exercise can resume.
Months 3-6
Final results visible as all swelling resolves and tissues settle.
Treatment Pricing
These treatments vary widely, and the cost can change depending on each patient's needs.
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Facelift results typically last 10-15 years. While aging continues, patients usually always look younger than if they had not had surgery. Deep plane techniques tend to have the longest-lasting results.
Most patients are between 45-70. The ideal timing is when you have noticeable jowling and sagging but still have good skin elasticity. Mini facelifts can be appropriate in the early 40s.
Modern facelift techniques focus on repositioning tissues rather than just pulling skin tight. This creates natural-looking results that avoid the "windswept" appearance of older techniques.
Yes, facelifts are commonly combined with neck lift, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), brow lift, or fat transfer for comprehensive rejuvenation in one surgical session.
Incisions are hidden within the hairline, in front of and behind the ear, and in natural creases. Scars fade significantly and are well-concealed.
Most patients return to public activities in 2 weeks when bruising has faded. Full recovery takes 4-6 weeks. Strenuous exercise should wait 6 weeks.
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