Facelift
Also known as: rhytidectomy, facial rejuvenation surgery
Surgery to create a tighter, smoother and more youthful facial appearance.
What is a facelift?
A face-lift or rhytidectomy is a cosmetic surgical procedure that involves the lifting of slack facial tissue, tightening of loose facial muscles and the removal of unwanted fatty deposits to create a tighter, smoother and more youthful appearance.
Our faces can look older than our minds and bodies actually feel. As you get older, the appearance and shape of your face shows normal age-related changes. The elasticity of the skin become less, and fat deposits decrease in some areas of your face and increase in others. Given that our face says so much about our personality, the changes can impact on our self-confidence, cause frustration and affect our self-esteem. A facelift is therefore often advised to address the following concerns:
- Sagging facial skin
- Loose facial muscles
- Loss of facial volume due to ageing or drastic weight loss
- Premature lines and wrinkles caused by excessive sun exposure, smoking and hereditary factors
- Lack of self-confidence and self-esteem linked to aged appearance
Hospital fee guide price: £2,500
Procedure price subject to bespoke quotation
*Additional consultant fee not included
During surgery
Anaesthesia
A facelift is generally performed under general anaesthetic, however, sedation and local anaesthetic can be used to numb a specific part of the face.
Incision
The type of incision made will be based on a combination of your preference and the the surgical technique being used. The options include:
- An incision above the hairline at the temple region, extending down and around the front of your ears and ends behind your earlobe and up into the hairline on the lower scalp area. An incision might be made under your chin to improve the appearance of your neck if the desired look involves a lift of the jaw line.
- A shorter incision that begins in your hairline just above your ear, wraps around the front of your ear, but does not extend all the way into the lower scalp.
- A neck lift incision starts in front of your earlobe and continues around your ear into your lower scalp. A small incision also is made under your chin.
Procedure
The skin is then carefully separated from the underlying facial muscles, after which they are tightly stitched in front and behind the ear, to create a firm sling under the chin and around the jaw area. Slack skin is then precisely and meticulously cut away, and if necessary, unwanted fat is also removed from under the chin area with a minor liposuction technique. The remaining skin is then re-draped over the newly defined features and carefully stitched back into place.
Wound dressing
A special dressing (as per the surgeon’s preference) is used to cover the incision and the face is tightly wrapped in bandages. The bandages may run under the chin, around the ears and/or over the head and aim to provide gentle pressure to minimize swelling and bruising. A drain might be placed under the skin behind one or both ears to drain any excess blood or fluid.
Procedure time
Approximately 2 to 4 hours
Experts
We are proud to provide patients with access to a wide range of clinicians, chosen specifically for their knowledge and reputation in their area of expertise. Our experts align with our values: putting you at the centre of your care and educating you on your options at each step of the journey. We encourage you to learn more about our clinicians and how they can help you below. As always, please contact our patient services team if you require any additional information.
We offer 3 ways to pay for your treatment
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Our payment options are designed to offer you easy access to our treatments and services. You can choose to pay on the day, spread the cost, or use your private medical insurance.
Our patient services team will guide you through the process, providing clear costs and support throughout your course of treatment so you can focus on the thing that matters most – your health.
Whether you pay in advance, spread the cost, or use your private medical insurance, rest assured you will be receiving exceptional care 365 days a year.
Pay in Advance
Even if you do not have medical insurance, you can still get quick and comprehensive access to private medical care.
We provide transparent pricing from your initial consultation to the completion of your treatment so you know where your stand, every step of the way.
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Pay monthly
Paying for your treatment at OSD Healthcare doesn’t need to mean settling the full cost in one go.
Many of our treatments have a pay monthly option that allows you to spread the cost of your treatment over 12 months with no credit checks required.
A minimum spend of £300 does apply. We’ll take your first payment upfront and then arrange a direct debit for your monthly payments thereafter. It’s that simple.
Pay using PMI
We are recognised by all major health insurance companies and with our extensive range of services, there are lots of benefits to using your insurance with us. Our patient services team is here to answer any questions you may have about using your private health insurance with us.
Please bring along your policy details including your scheme details, membership or policy number, expiry date and confirmation of eligibility to claim (i.e. your authorisation number). If you do not have these details with you, we will require payment from you on the day. Patients are liable for any amounts not settled by their insurer.
Hospital fee guide price: £2,500
Procedure price subject to bespoke quotation
*Additional consultant fee not included