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Expert facelift surgery — also known as rhytidectomy — to tighten sagging skin, restore youthful facial contour, and deliver comprehensive, natural-looking rejuvenation.
WHAT IS A FACELIFT?
A facelift — clinically known as rhytidectomy — is a surgical procedure that addresses the most significant 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 restores a naturally youthful appearance that no non-surgical treatment can replicate.
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 tailors every facelift to the individual anatomy and goals of each patient.
THE DETAILS
A transformative procedure performed under general anaesthesia with an overnight hospital stay.
Surgery Time
Anaesthesia
Hospital Stay
Drains Required
Return to Work
The exact surgical approach — augmentation, reduction, lift or combination — is determined at consultation based on your individual anatomy and goals.
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 impact of the procedure — a naturally rejuvenated, refreshed face — becomes fully apparent.
THE TRANSFORMATION
A facelift delivers the most comprehensive facial rejuvenation available in a single procedure. The results are both immediately visible and long-lasting — typically enduring 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. No other treatment — surgical or non-surgical — delivers this breadth of improvement.
Modern facelift techniques produce results that look entirely natural. The face appears 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 specifically for you.
Facelift surgery has been performed and refined for over a century. Today’s techniques are safer, more precise, and more natural in outcome than ever — with a track record of consistent, transformative results.
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 — delivering a comprehensive upper-to-lower facial transformation with a single recovery.
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The results are beyond what I imagined. I look like myself — just ten years younger. Nobody has any idea I had surgery.
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I was nervous about such a significant procedure but the care from consultation through to recovery was exceptional. I would do it again without hesitation.
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The transformation is remarkable but completely natural. My face looks rested and refreshed — not pulled or artificial. I cannot recommend Professor Hindocha highly enough.
WHO PERFORMS YOUR SURGERY MATTERS
A facelift is one of the most technically demanding procedures in cosmetic surgery. The result — whether it looks natural and harmonious, or artificial and overdone — is entirely a product of 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 looks like the best possible version of 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 — the most natural complement to facelift surgery.
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 restore a youthful, alert appearance to the eyes.
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.
YOUR NEXT MOVE
Book your consultation today.
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.
LET’S CLEAR THINGS UP
Honest answers to the questions patients ask most.
