Face Shaping

General information about Facelift (rhytidectomy)?

A facelift (rhytidectomy) is cosmetic surgery to lift up and pull back the skin to make the face tighter and smoother.
The procedure is designed to reduce flabby or sagging skin around the lower half of the face (mainly the jowls) and neck.

A facelift is usually carried out under general anaesthetic. It may sometimes be performed using a local anaesthetic and sedation.
There are many different kinds of facelift.
It usually takes 2 to 3 hours, and most people might need to stay in hospital overnight.

It takes about 2 to 4 weeks to fully recover from a facelift. You need to take this time off work.
Bruising is visible for at least 2 weeks. It could take up to 6 to 9 months to see the full effect of the facelift.
It takes about 2 to 4 weeks to fully recover from a facelift.
Bruising is visible for at least 2 weeks. It could take up to 6 to 9 months to see the full effect of the facelift.
You will have to avoid showering and getting the bandages wet for the first 2 days, and avoid strenuous activity, saunas and massages for at least 2 weeks.
You also need to keep your head propped up with pillows for a couple of days while resting to reduce the swelling.
After about a week: Stitches are removed (unless you had dissolvable stitches).
After several weeks: Bruises, scars and redness will be have faded.
After 6 to 9 months: The full effect of the facelift will be seen.