Anesthesia: It is usually done under general anesthesia, but sedation and local anesthesia may also be used.

Making an incision: The surgeon makes an incision starting from the front of the ear, through the scalp, to the back of the ear, and into the scalp. Incision sites are hidden by hair and natural facial features.

Tightening the skin and tissues: The surgeon removes the skin and the fatty tissue underneath, then pulls the muscle and connective tissues (SMAS layer) and removes excess fatty tissue as needed.

Skin stretching and removal of excess skin: The surgeon stretches the skin of the face and neck and removes excess skin.

Closure: The skin layers are stitched or closed using clips. This process is usually completed by placing thin tubes called drains. Drains help reduce swelling and leakage after surgery.

In the first few days after the surgery, you may feel swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort on your face. Your doctor can prescribe to control pain and swelling.

Most of your stitches are usually removed within 5 to 10 days. During this period, it is essential to continue to sleep with your head elevated. You can start light exercises in the second week but be sure to get your doctor’s approval. You may feel slightly numb on your face, but this will improve over time. By the third week, most patients’ recovery is mainly complete. However, you may have to wait 3-6 months to see the full results of facelift surgery.

Some points to consider during the recovery process:

• Keep your head elevated for the first few days, and sleep on your back.
• Use pain relievers and anti-swelling medications recommended by your doctor.
• Avoid excessive physical activities and exercises for the first week.
• If you smoke, consider quitting before and after surgery because smoking can negatively affect the healing process.
• Watch for signs of infection after surgery (redness, swelling, extreme pain, and fever), and contact your doctor if you notice any of these symptoms.
• Protect yourself from the sun and protect the skin on your face by using sunscreen.

Scars may occur after facelift surgery, but doctors usually place incisions on the hairline and behind the ears in hidden areas. During the healing process, the wounds decrease over time.

The results of facelift surgery can usually take 10 to 15 years, but this time can vary with lifestyle, genetic factors, and skin care.

Patients with heart disease, high blood pressure, diabetes, bleeding disorders, or immune system problems may not be suitable candidates for facelift surgery due to medical conditions.

If the patient has an active infection on the face or elsewhere in the body, surgery should be postponed as it may increase the disease risk.

Facelift surgery may not be recommended because some patients have unrealistic expectations or are not emotionally ready for surgery. In this case, patients need to talk to a psychologist or psychiatrist first and make sure they are emotionally prepared for surgery.

Some medications can increase the risk of complications during and after surgery. Therefore, talk to your doctor about all your medications before the surgery. Your doctor may recommend stopping or changing certain medications before and after surgery, as appropriate.

Facelift surgery requires detailed examinations and planning. The patient’s wishes and needs can only be realized with high success through meticulous planning. We also attach great importance to this planning process. Since the facelift planning and scope may vary from person to person, its cost may also vary.

You can call us for detailed information about Antalya face lift prices and other issues.