Does a plastic surgery perform facelift?

A facelift, also called rhytidectomy, is surgery that addresses sagging facial skin and supporting tissues. The surgeon may discuss the lower face, jawline and sometimes the upper neck, depending on your concerns. The technique, incision placement and anaesthesia plan depend on your anatomy and the changes being considered. A consultation should include a review of medical conditions, medicines, smoking or nicotine use, previous procedures and healing history. Results and recovery vary between people, and surgery cannot stop future ageing.

Choose a plastic surgeon with relevant training and ask where the operation will take place, who provides anaesthesia and how follow-up is arranged. Bring a list of medicines and supplements, mention allergies and share any history of troublesome scars or bleeding. Ask what preparation is needed, how long normal activities may be limited and what support you will need at home. Reviewing the procedure details can help you make an informed decision.

After surgery, contact your team promptly for worsening swelling on one side, increasing redness, fever, drainage, severe pain, wound separation or trouble breathing. Sudden chest pain, fainting or severe shortness of breath needs emergency care. Before surgery, report a new infection or a change in your medicines so the team can advise whether the procedure should be postponed.

Ask which facial areas the operation would address, what alternatives fit your goals, how scars are placed, which risks are relevant to you and how complications are managed. Clarify the expected recovery milestones, follow-up schedule and warning signs that require urgent contact.