You need to rest and limit your routine activities for a while after the operation. You are supposed to follow the instructions given by your doctor regarding scar care and medication details.

After facelift surgery, most clients notice a change in their appearance. Partner surgeons aim to achieve a natural-looking result, though individual outcomes will vary depending on each client’s circumstances, anatomy, and the specific technique used.

Face lifting procedure has important effects on vertical lines around the mouth area. However, laser skin surfacing and other dermal fillings can additionally be applied to get rid of the lines and wrinkles around the mouth zone.

Many clients choose to combine face-lifting surgery with additional treatments. Eyelid surgery and brow lifts are among the most commonly requested combinations.

Before undergoing a face lifting procedure, laser skin resurfacing treatment may be beneficial to address sun-damaged areas. Treating the skin beforehand can support better overall outcomes, though individual results will vary. You may contact us for more information about available options and pricing for combined procedures.

Your partner surgeon will provide detailed instructions tailored to your individual situation. Please wait for your personalised list before acting, as requirements may differ. The following is general guidance typically shared by partner surgeons with their clients:

• You should keep your wound dressings dry until they are removed
• After the dressing removal, an elastic wrap will be given to you to apply to your face. Make sure to keep the elastic wrap in place at all times
• You will be given a prescription for pain medication as well as antibiotics by your doctor. Please follow the medication plan that your doctor sets for you
• You should not drive or consume alcohol while you are on pain medication
• You should take your pain medication with food. This helps to minimise the nausea caused by pain medications
• You should gradually transition your diet from liquids to soft food (such as oatmeal, yogurt, soup, and pasta)
• You should rest for the entire day after your facelift surgery
• You should sleep with your head elevated, using two to three pillows, for one week after your procedure
• You should avoid bending, lifting, or straining
• You should not drive for one week following your facelift surgery
• You should take at least one week off from work
• You should keep your incisions dry
• You may take a bath, but ensure your incisions and hair remain dry
• You may wear make-up to cover facial bruising one week after your procedure
• You should protect your face from sun exposure. A hat and sunglasses are advisable

You will receive a detailed, personalised list from your partner surgeon covering what to do and what to avoid before the procedure. Please wait for your personalised instructions before acting. The following is general guidance typically shared by partner surgeons with their clients:

• You should inform your surgeon about your routine medication and health history
• You should avoid taking any products containing aspirin, ibuprofen, or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications for one week before surgery. If you are on medication, please inform your surgeon accordingly
• You should avoid all nicotine products, including cigarettes, pipe tobacco, chewing tobacco, or nicotine patches, for one week before surgery
• You should avoid alcohol consumption for one week before your procedure
• You should not eat or drink anything for eight hours before the operation. No food, water, coffee, juice, or other liquids should be taken on the morning of the procedure. The only exception is medication, which may be taken with a small amount of water
• You may brush your teeth
• You should not wear make-up, hair sprays, or conditioners. Please remove nail polish
• You should not wear any jewellery or body piercings

Although it may vary from client to client, here is a typical daily schedule for face-lift operations:

First Day:

• You arrive at the airport and your driver will wait for you at the exit of the customs zone with a tag with your name.
• You will be transferred to the hospital and introduced to your patient coordinator, who is fluent in your language.
• After the initial registration procedure, you will meet your partner surgeon in person. Your surgeon will explain the procedure in detail, examine you, and discuss your preferences and expectations.
• You will have your pre-procedure checks in preparation for the face lift operation.
• The procedure will then begin and will last approximately two to four hours.
• Within an hour after the procedure, the anaesthesia will ease and you will regain consciousness.
• Most clients undergoing facelift surgery are given a cold facemask after the procedure to soften the tissues and help reduce swelling and bruising.
• Your doctor will perform an initial check-up, and you will stay at the hospital on the first night.

2nd Day:

• This will be a healing and rehabilitation day.
• Your doctor will perform a check-up in the morning.
• You will be advised on your medication and provided with instructions on the dressing routine and use of the cold mask.
• You will continue to rest at the hospital for the remainder of the day.

3rd Day:

• This will be another healing and rehabilitation day.
• Your doctor will perform a check-up in the morning before your discharge from the hospital.
• You will move to your hotel room and rest as much as possible for the remainder of the day.

4th, 5th and 6th Day:

• You are advised to continue resting in your hotel room.
• You should avoid strenuous activities, but light walks or going out for dinner are generally suitable.
• Shopping or attending a sightseeing tour may be a suitable option if you feel well enough.

7th Day:

• You will visit your doctor at the hospital for final checks, removal of dressings, and removal of clips or stitches.
• Your doctor will advise you further on medication and the activities you can resume during your facelift recovery period.
• You will be ready to return home after the seventh day.

No, your surgeon will do this.

You should expect to swell, especially during the first three days after the surgery. The swelling on your face will gradually disappear. You can sleep with your head and shoulders elevated to minimize the swelling.

Yes, there will be two drains placed at the back of your ears. Your surgeon will remove them on your second day of surgery.

The healing process varies from person to person but usually takes between 1 and 2 weeks. Symptoms such as swelling, bruising, and tenderness are normal

You can find out whether you are a suitable candidate by requesting a consultation and assessment with a qualified partner surgeon.

The results of a facelift are usually immediately noticeable, but the results become more pronounced as the healing process is completed, this process may take several weeks.

After a facelift with modern techniques, scars may be minimal and heal over time.

Depending on the general health condition of the person, a facelift can be performed at any age. However, there may not be specific age restrictions.

Facelift is usually performed under general anesthesia, but in some cases, local anesthesia or sedation may be preferred.

You can usually return to light activities a few days after surgery, but full recovery may require several weeks.

While a facelift can produce long-lasting improvements, the natural ageing process continues after the procedure. Some degree of sagging or wrinkling may develop over time. Individual outcomes vary depending on each client’s skin type, age, and lifestyle factors.