FACIAL REJUVENATION SURGERY
Facelift surgery, also known as rhytidectomy, to tighten sagging skin and improve facial contour, with the aim of a natural-looking result.
WHAT IS A FACELIFT?
A facelift, clinically known as rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that treats the main visible signs of facial ageing: sagging skin, deep wrinkles, loss of contour, and jowling. By removing excess skin and tightening the underlying tissues of the face and neck, a facelift lifts sagging that non-surgical treatments cannot.
The procedure targets the mid and lower face, jowls, and upper neck, the areas most affected by the descent of skin and soft tissue that occurs with age. The remaining skin is redraped smoothly over the treated area, producing a refreshed, rested, and naturally toned result without the artificial, stretched look associated with older techniques.
Modern facelift surgery has been refined over decades to produce results that look entirely natural. Combined with a neck lift, brow lift, or blepharoplasty, it forms the cornerstone of comprehensive facial rejuvenation. Professor Hindocha plans every facelift around the patient’s anatomy and goals.
THE DETAILS
Performed under general anaesthesia with an overnight hospital stay.
Surgery Time
Anaesthesia
Hospital Stay
Drains Required
Return to Work
The exact surgical approach, and whether a neck lift, brow lift or eyelid surgery is combined with it, is determined at consultation based on your individual anatomy and goals. What shapes the price is explained in the facelift cost guide, and the neck lift vs facelift guide compares the two operations.
YOUR ROAD TO RECOVERY
Week 1
The most intensive phase. Swelling, bruising, and tightness across the face and neck are normal and expected. Drains are removed within the first few days. Keep the head elevated at all times and follow post-operative guidance closely.
Week 1–2
Sutures are removed at the follow-up appointment. Most bruising begins to fade. Light work and gentle daily activity can typically resume. Avoid strenuous exertion, heavy lifting, and sun exposure to the face.
Week 3–4
Swelling reduces significantly and the new facial contours become increasingly visible. Social activity can comfortably resume for most patients. SPF protection over the healing incision areas is important.
Week 6–8+
The majority of post-operative swelling has resolved and final results begin to emerge. Scars continue to mature and fade. The full result, a refreshed and natural-looking face, becomes apparent.
THE RESULT
A facelift treats the lower face, jowls and neck in a single procedure. The change is visible straight away and typically lasts ten years or more.
THE CASE FOR A FACELIFT
A facelift addresses multiple signs of ageing in a single procedure: sagging skin, deep wrinkles, jowling, and loss of definition. It treats several areas of the face in one operation.
Modern facelift techniques produce results that look entirely natural. The aim is a face that looks refreshed and rested, not stretched. Results typically last ten years or more, far outlasting any injectable or non-surgical alternative.
Every facelift is designed around the individual patient’s anatomy, degree of ageing, and aesthetic goals. The approach, whether a full facelift, mini facelift or combination procedure, is chosen for you.
Facelift surgery has been performed and refined for over a century.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT APPROACH
The technique used is determined by the extent of facial ageing, the areas to be treated, and your individual anatomy and goals.
FULL FACELIFT
The most comprehensive option, addressing the full mid and lower face, jowls, and neck. Ideal for patients with significant sagging, deep creases, or major loss of facial contour and definition.
MINI FACELIFT
A less extensive approach suited to patients with mild to moderate ageing who wish to address early jowling and midface descent. Shorter incisions and a quicker recovery, with excellent results for the right patient.
EXTENDED FACELIFT
A facelift performed alongside a neck lift to address laxity below the chin and along the neck in the same session, with a single recovery.
WHO PERFORMS YOUR SURGERY MATTERS
A facelift is one of the most technically demanding procedures in cosmetic surgery. Whether the result looks natural or overdone depends on the surgeon’s skill, judgement, and aesthetic sensibility. Professor Hindocha brings all three to every procedure.
Every patient receives a thorough consultation to assess facial anatomy, skin quality, degree of ageing, and personal goals before a surgical approach is agreed. The plan is designed to produce a result that still looks like you, not someone else.
COULD A FACELIFT BE FOR YOU?
A facelift is most appropriate for patients experiencing moderate to significant signs of facial ageing. Good candidates typically share several of the following characteristics:
WHILE YOU’RE HERE
A facelift is often the centrepiece of a broader facial rejuvenation plan.
FACE & NECK SURGERY
Tightens loose skin below the chin and along the neck, often combined with a facelift.
FACE & NECK SURGERY
Raises sagging brows and smooths forehead lines, addressing the upper third of the face alongside a facelift.
FACE & NECK SURGERY
Eyelid reduction surgery to remove excess skin and give the eyes a more rested, alert look.
GETTING READY
A facelift is a significant surgical procedure. The better you prepare, the smoother your surgery and recovery will be. Professor Hindocha’s team provides personalised pre-operative guidance, but these steps apply to most patients.
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Patient stories describe individual experiences. Results vary from person to person, and the risks, limitations and likely outcome of any procedure are discussed with you at consultation.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
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A private consultation with Professor Hindocha is the first step towards understanding whether facelift surgery is right for you. Discuss your goals, ask your questions, and receive an honest, personalised surgical assessment.
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