Facelift: Everything you should know to prepare yourself

We all either have or will reach that age when our cheeks begin to sag, and the skin around our neck and chin will appear droopy.

This is the time to start thinking about picking up your phone to ring a Cosmetic Surgeon.

But you should know a few things before making that call.

Let’s look at some of those.

First and foremost, a facelift will not include brow or eye life. It is just the removal of excess skin and folds, and wrinkles. A facelift is simply the process of tightening facial tissue. The lower two-thirds of the face, the neck, and the décolletage are the only areas targeted by a facelift.

Who is eligible for a Facelift?

An ideal candidate for a facelift is

• A healthy individual who doesn’t have an underlying health condition preventing their wounds from healing or recovery from surgery.
• Someone who doesn’t smoke or is free from any substance abuse.

How does a Facelift work?

Although this may vary with each individual, in a facelift, a scar is made around and behind the ear to gain access to the deeper structures in the face. To give the correct contour and volume to the basic structure of the face, the muscle can be lifted, folded on itself, or removed and lifted, depending on the patient's face and bone structure.

What are the different types of Facelifts?

1. Mini Facelift – Mini Facelift targets the loose skin around the neck and the jawline
2. Mid-Facelift – This focuses on correcting the sagging skin from the upper mouth to the eyes, including the cheeks and the nose. This is also known as Cheek Lift.
3. Nonsurgical Facelift – A nonsurgical facelift only targets sure signs of aging, like sagging skin, creases, wrinkles, liquid and thread lifts, etc. The process doesn’t involve the use of general anesthesia or large incisions.

How much does a Facelift cost?

The cost of facelift surgery in the UK ranges from a few thousand pounds for a 'Mini Facelift' to ￡10,000-￡30,000 for a full face and neck lift with additional specialist treatments. However, it may be worth asking the following questions to your cosmetic surgeon to get a clearer understanding of what the process entails.

• Will the facelift achieve the results you want?
• Does the facelift cost include consultations, anesthetist fees, medications, and follow-ups?
• Is the process invasive?

What should the cost of a Facelift typically include?

Typically, the general cost of a facelift should include the following:

• Pre-surgery assessments
• Initial consultation
• Surgeon Fees
• Cost of Anaesthesia and the anesthetist fees.
• Medication during and after the procedure.
• Cost of nursing and other support staff
• Follow-up appointments?

BOOK A FACELIFT CONSULTATION WITH MANCHESTER PRIVATE HOSPITAL

A facelift can go a long way in enhancing your appearance and restoring your confidence. Unlike traditional facelifts, they can help you remove small scars without the risk of hair loss. With a facelift, cheeks are lifted, skin is smoothed, jowls are removed, and jawline definition is restored, giving you a natural and youthful appearance that will last for years.

Book a consultation at Manchester Private Hospital today if you want advice and guidance about facelifts. A consultation is a perfect opportunity to ask your surgeon or consultant questions directly.