Facial Rejuvenation & Contouring London

• You’ve noticed sagging around the cheeks, jawline, or neck

• Jowls, deep lines, or skin laxity are affecting your facial definition

• You’re experiencing volume loss in the mid to lower face

• You seek a long-lasting solution that enhances but doesn’t alter your natural appearance

• Non-surgical treatments are no longer sufficient for your rejuvenation goals

As we age, the face changes across three main dimensions:

• Volume loss, due to bone resorption, fat depletion, and diminished collagen, can lead to flattened cheeks, hollow under-eyes, and sagging at the jawline.

• Laxity increases in our 50s and 60s as skin loses elasticity and support, resulting in jowls, deep folds, and a sagging neck.

• Surface quality deteriorates over time, with sun damage, pigmentation, and fine lines becoming more prominent.

A facelift (rhytidectomy) is a surgical procedure that repositions sagging tissue, tightens the underlying muscular structures (SMAS), and removes excess skin to restore a smoother, more lifted appearance to the lower face and neck.

This procedure can:

• Tighten loose skin and define the jawline

• Improve mid- and lower-face sagging

• Recontour the neck and reduce jowls

• Restore facial proportions for a fresher, more youthful look

• Deliver long-lasting, natural results with discreet scarring

For optimal outcomes, a facelift is often combined with complementary procedures such as blepharoplasty, brow lift, cheek lift, or skin resurfacing, tailored to your unique facial anatomy and goals.

Performed under general anaesthesia, a facelift typically involves incisions placed along the hairline, around the ears, and sometimes under the chin to access deeper facial structures.

The SMAS layer is lifted and tightened, excess fat may be repositioned or removed, and skin is gently redraped. The result is a rejuvenated appearance that avoids an "overdone" look.

Surgical time varies depending on the complexity of the procedure and any combined treatments. Most facelifts are outpatient procedures, though an overnight stay may be advised in some cases.

• A more youthful, refined facial silhouette

• Lifted and firmer skin in the lower face and neck

• Improved facial volume and harmony

• Long-lasting rejuvenation, typically lasting 8–10 years

• Minimal scarring, strategically hidden within natural contours

Initial swelling and bruising are expected and usually subside within 2–3 weeks.
You may resume light activities after 7–10 days and return to normal routines after 2–3 weeks, depending on your recovery progress.

Important to note: A facelift does not treat skin texture, pigmentation, or fine wrinkles. These are best addressed with complementary non-surgical treatments such as chemical peels, laser therapy, or radiofrequency skin resurfacing. During your consultation, we’ll help you build a comprehensive facial rejuvenation plan suited to your needs.

ItemFacelift recovery is an important part of planning surgery. At The Ghanem Clinic, every patient receives personalised aftercare guidance to support safe healing and optimal results.

In the first few days, swelling, bruising, and tightness are normal and gradually improve. Most patients return to light activities within 7 to 10 days, with social downtime often around 2 to 3 weeks depending on the procedure performed.

By 4 to 6 weeks, most patients feel largely back to normal, while results continue to refine as residual swelling settles.

To support the best facelift recovery, we recommend:

• Keeping the head elevated

• Avoiding strenuous exercise early on

• Following incision care instructions

• Attending follow-up appointments

• Protecting healing skin from sun exposure

Your surgeon will explain recovery expectations based on whether you are having a mini facelift, deep plane facelift, endoscopic facelift, or full facelift procedure in London. description