Planning is fully personalized based on facial proportions, skin elasticity, SMAS/deep-plane assessment, and neck muscle bands. The goal is a natural, balanced, and long-lasting result without changing your unique expression.

Table of Contents

1. What Is a Facelift?
2. Who Is a Good Candidate?
3. Surgery Steps: A to Z
4. Types of Facelift (Mini, Classic/SMAS, Endoscopic, Deep Plane)
5. Recovery & Aftercare
6. Results & Longevity
7. Risks & Possible Side Effects
8. Facelift Prices in Turkey 2025
9. FAQ

What Is a Facelift?

A facelift repositions the skin and supporting structures (SMAS/deep plane) along natural vectors to lift the mid- and lower face and improve the jawline and neck. A neck lift is often performed in the same session for harmonious results.

Who Is a Good Candidate?

• Visible laxity in the mid/lower face or neck, blunted jawline, jowling,
• Limited benefit from temporary treatments (fillers/Botox) and seeking a surgical solution,
• Medically fit for anesthesia and willing to stop nicotine use around surgery.

Final suitability is determined after examination and photo analysis.

Surgery Steps: A to Z

• Planning: Facial ratios, skin thickness, SMAS/deep plane, and neck evaluation.
• Anesthesia: Usually general anesthesia (2–4 hours).
• Incisions: Hidden within the hairline, around the ear, and, if needed, a small incision under the chin.
• Tissue Repositioning: SMAS/deep plane is lifted along natural vectors; excess skin is removed.
• Closure: Fine sutures; drains may be used. Many patients stay one night in hospital.

Types of Facelift (Mini, Classic/SMAS, Endoscopic, Deep Plane)

• Mini Facelift: For early laxity; shorter incisions, faster recovery, smaller treatment field.
• Classic (SMAS) Facelift: Effective for pronounced mid-/lower-face laxity; SMAS is tightened/repositioned.
• Endoscopic Midface Lift: Small incisions to elevate the brow-cheek complex; useful for midface descent.
• Deep Plane Facelift: Moves deeper support structures as one unit for soft, natural, and longer-lasting outcomes in suitable patients.

Recovery & Aftercare

• 0–48 hours: Swelling/tightness is expected; rest with head elevated.
• Week 1: Bruising fades; light walks are fine.
• Day 7–10: Many patients return to social life.
• Weeks 3–6: Most swelling resolves; gradual return to exercise.
• Month 3+: Final contours settle.

Tip: Nicotine compromises blood supply; stopping before and after surgery is strongly advised.

Results & Longevity

Risks & Possible Side Effects

• Bleeding/hematoma, temporary numbness/altered sensation,
• Rare nerve injury, scar quality variability,
• Delayed wound healing is especially common with smoking.

Facelift Prices in Turkey 2025

Ranges below are for information; individual planning, combined procedures (neck lift, fat transfer, blepharoplasty, etc.) and hospital/surgeon choices affect final quotes.

FAQ

1) Is a facelift painful?

It is performed under general anesthesia. Tightness and mild pain are expected early on and controlled with prescribed medication.

2) Will there be visible scars?

Incisions are hidden in the hairline and around the ear. Scar quality varies by skin type and aftercare.

3) When can I return to work/social life?

Most patients resume social activities in 7–10 days; full swelling settles in 3–6 weeks.

4) Mini vs classic/deep plane?

Mini works for early laxity; classic or deep plane is preferred for advanced laxity. The decision is individualized after consultation.

5) How long do results last?

Typically 8–12 years, influenced by lifestyle, skin care, and genetics.