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What is a Face Lift? (Facial Rejuvenation) Surgery Cost?
Plastic Surgery Thursday 3rd of March 2022

What to know about face lift? how much does a face lift cost in 2022?

Although there are many medical applications in our age to look younger and protect our skin, and it is preferred by people, we can provide the longest-lasting and definitive solution with face lift surgery.

Facelift, whose history dates back almost a century, has been practiced and researched since the 1900s.

In its first years, it was completely superficial and limited to removing only the excess skin on the surface, but since the 1970s it has become a more effective surgical field that has developed enough to interfere with all tissue layers on the face.

What is Facial Rejuvenation?

The main goal of the facial rejuvenation operation is the repair and improvement of sagging and fat tissue deformations in the facial tissue. With this operation, the skin is tightened, but fine wrinkles, uneven color distribution or color loss, the quality of the skin does not change. With face lift, deep lines on the cheeks caused by aging and gravity, intensification of deep lines on the lip and jowl, a very common sagging of the skin on the face, fat accumulation in the neck area and lines are treated in depth. With aging, the oval shape of the face is distorted and its rectangular shape is also corrected by facelift and a youthful form is achieved. This look is only achieved with a facelift.

  • Today, plastic surgeons perform other operations simultaneously with facial rejuvenation surgeries. These are usually; plastic surgery applications applied to the lower and upper eyelids (blepharoplasty), nose surgery (rhinoplasty), reinforcing the fat tissues taken with liposuction in the face area as filling in the necessary areas, and performing forehead-neck lifting procedures in addition to face lifting.

What Should Be Considered Before the Operation

What Should Be Considered Before the Operation

Before facelift surgery, the patient's medical history should be investigated. It should be determined whether he has a chronic disease (high blood pressure, diabetes, etc.), the drugs he regularly uses (blood thinners, etc.). This is of great importance because the most common side effect after surgery is the accumulation of blood in the wound (hematoma).

The two most important causes of hematoma are; high blood pressure and blood thinners used. In other words, if there are these obstacles, the surgery should be postponed to another date or the right time should be waited until these situations are eliminated.

And if it is used, smoking should be stopped at least 15 days before the surgery. Because in the operation, a thin skin and subcutaneous tissue are lifted and stretched considerably. Cigaret; It significantly impairs the structure of the skin and the blood circulation in the tissues. Tissue death (necrosis) that occurs as expected in the operation increases with smoking. Therefore, smoking should be terminated a long time before the operation.

Face Lift Surgery

Lift surgery, in other words, how is face lifting done? It is one of the most frequently asked questions. The operation is taken and applied by the joint decision of the patient and the doctor. In facelift surgery, the face is considered as a whole, but it includes more than one different application. The harmony and distance of each organ with each other are very finely calculated and applied in a way that does not cause any symmetrical loss. Facelift surgeries generally consist of 3 parts; mini face lift, mid face lift and full face lift.

Types of Face Lift Surgery

  • Mid-face lift (cheek): In this type of surgery, only the sagging cheek area is operated and the cheek tissue is lifted up. It can also be entered with an incision made under the eye or with the camera system from the scalp. It is mostly suitable for people between the ages of 40-55. Local or general anesthesia is applied in the surgery, it lasts in the range of 2 hours.
  • Mini face lift surgery: This surgery is mostly recommended for younger people under the age of 45-50, these patients are applied to repair the slight sagging that develops in the cheek area when the sagging is not severe yet. It is aimed to repair the cheek sagging without excessive intervention in the deep tissue, that is, under the skin. Excess tissue is removed from the front of the ear and the inner tissue structure is tightened. The operation is performed under general anesthesia and takes an average of 2 hours.
  • Full face lift surgery: Full face lift In the surgery, an incision is made behind the ear, starting from the hairy border of the temple area and continuing along the front of the ear, and the cheek area, jaw line and neck are stretched. The most important and successful part of the full face lift surgery is the stretching of the connective tissue called 'smas' under the skin along with the skin. Thus, the connective tissues under the skin, mimic muscles and other tissues that droop downwards are also intervened. In this way, all tissues and elements that have undergone deformation and undergone a deep process are moved to their normal places and healed. Full facelift surgeries are suitable for people with aged skin, usually between the ages of 55-60. The operation is performed under general anesthesia and takes 2 to 4 hours.

Operation

The surgery is performed in a hospital environment under the supervision of anesthesiologists. It can be applied using general anesthesia or accompanied by sedative drugs ( intravenous sedation ) can also be performed under local anesthesia. This type of surgery takes between 3 and 10 hours depending on the technique and the content of the surgery. Additional applications; nose, eyelid, ear, etc. can be done in the same session. It is possible to return home after the operation, but it may be necessary to stay in the hospital for 1 night in case of any mishaps. There are scars in facelift surgery, but these scars are camouflaged to areas such as under the hair, in front of the ear and behind the ear. Removing the fat under the chin causes a scar of 3 to 5 mm in the same area. However, these scars are not permanent, they are light traces that can be hidden.

Postoperative

After the surgery, the early period is mostly comfortable. There may be swelling, numbness, color change, purple-blue and tension throughout the face. Since the anesthesia applied in the surgery may affect the facial nerves, small-scale asymmetries may occur on the face, but these are short-term side effects and will return to normal within 3-5 days. Pads are applied to the face and cheeks with cold cloths, leaving the eyes, nose and mouth open . In order to prevent blood accumulation in the tissue, silicone pipes called drains are placed and the accumulated blood is supplemented. The face corset, which should be worn by the patients for at least 2 weeks after the surgery, will protect the treated face from external factors and the impact of the clothes while dressing, and it is necessary not to move or force the stretched face much during this period. In case of severe pain, drugs other than aspirin can be used. Smoking should not be used for at least 1 month to prevent skin loss caused by blood circulation problems.

Back to Daily Life

If the operation is performed in accordance with the procedure, the result will be successful. Rarely is a second correction needed. From the 2nd or 3rd day, the patient can do his daily work at home. After 1 week, she can return to work and apply make-up. It is recommended not to smoke for 2 months, not to be exposed to the sun, and to be protected from external impacts. The operation on the face and neck lasts for 5 or 10 years, depending on the living conditions and age of the person.

Face Rejuvenation Methods

  • Forehead lift
  • Teporal lift
  • Brow lift 
  • Cheek- mini, medium and full face lift
  • Neck lift
  • Eyelid aesthetics - blepharoplasty
  • Nose aesthetics - rhinoplasty
  • Liposuction - fat injections
  • Other alternative surgeries - dermabrasion, removal of skin lesions etc.

What is A Non-Surgical Face Lift?

It is called to do face lift with non-surgical methods. The purpose is the same but the applications differ. It gives extremely permanent and healthy results in non-surgical applications. It is extremely suitable for patients who do not want to go under the knife.

These methods can be listed as follows:

  • Filling applications for areas with wrinkles
  • Ultherapy method
  • Fractional radiofrequency method
  • VShape method
  • Facial mesotherapy
  • Clearlift laser
  • Thermage method
  • Thread face lift
  • French hanger

Rejuvenation Vaccine

The water-holding capacity of the skin and collagen synthesis decrease over time, allowing the negative effects of external factors on the skin to increase, causing the phenomenon we call aging. In order to prevent this situation, it is necessary to support the moisture and collagen production, which are the most important for the skin. Medical skin care and rejuvenation practices are generally based on this principle. Youth vaccine is also hyaluronic By increasing the water capacity in acid for a long time and permanently, it meets the moisture need of the skin deeply and also supports the production of collagen .

What is Youth Vaccine?

Youth vaccination is the application of removing the signs of aging such as sagging, wrinkles and pale skin structure by non-surgical methods.

With aging, the skin loses its elastic structure and loosens, sagging, deleting facial lines, formation of bags under the eyes and sagging of the jowl. Sagging skin also invites wrinkles. With the slowing of blood circulation and lymphomatic flow, the skin relaxes, becomes dull and quickly loses its vitality.

Working principle of youth vaccine:

  • The elasticity of the skin is restored
  • The skin, which gains its elasticity, tightens and lifts up
  • Wrinkles are removed and the formation of new wrinkles is prevented
  • The skin is moisturized and voluminous 
  • The skin expands and gains a more fit and lively appearance
  • Skin spots are opened and the tone is evened

Within a few days after the first application, the brightness of the skin increases and gains volume. However, it is necessary to wait at least 1 month for the real effects to appear fully. In an average of 3 months, the effect of the vaccine reaches its maximum level and skin rejuvenation progresses without interruption in the ongoing process.

Youth vaccination, like many other applications, is a temporary treatment method. Its persistence may vary depending on the skin structure, age, lifestyle of the person and how regularly the treatment is applied.

What is Ultherapy?

Ultherapy technology; by providing point heat to all layers of the skin through sound waves, it stimulates collagen production and activates it, and thus the skin begins to tighten and revitalize.

With Ultherapy:

  • Collagen is activated and starts to be produced more
  • Connective tissue is strengthened
  • Skin tightens
  • Visible reduction in wrinkles

What is A French Facelift?

French sling, which is one of the non-surgical facial rejuvenation methods; If the inside is polyester outside, it is the process of stretching the skin with threads made of silicone in a structure suitable for the skin texture. The French facelift got this name because it was developed in France. With the threads used in this operation, the sagging and wrinkles on the face are removed and the skin regains a youthful appearance. In addition, since the threads used in this method are compatible with the skin tissue, they are also used in the treatment of facial paralysis.

In Which Regions Can the French Strap Be Applied?

This operation can be performed under local anesthesia or sedation and takes an average of 1 hour. These threads, which are biologically compatible with human tissue, are placed in the areas to be rejuvenated. It is mostly placed under the skin over the ear so that the operation scars are hidden under the hair. The placed threads are stretched and tightening is achieved by creating a lifting effect on the patient's face. After the stretching is completed, these threads are fixed and the process is terminated.

Applied aread in face:

  • Oval areas on the face
  • Cheekbones
  • Under the chin and neck
  • Cheeks
  • Muscles

The areas where it can be applied on the body are:

  • Boobs
  • Hips
  • Arms
  • Legs

What is Face Filling?

Filling applications, which date back to ancient times, were first developed in 1893. Paraffin, which was used in 1900-1935, was discontinued because of very serious side effects. Hyaluronic acid, which is ideal after many applications developed and tried, was approved in 1997 and started to be applied globally.

Hyaluronic acid is a clear and viscous ingredient made up of a natural ingredient of skin, cartilage, connective tissue and bone.

With its most important feature, water retention, it provides elasticity and strength by eliminating the moisture need of the skin.

Face Lift Surgery Prices 2021

Face Lift Surgery Prices 2021

It is not possible to give a fixed number for the surgery because its content is comprehensive and is determined as a result of examinations and additional requests of the patient. In addition, the hospital where the surgery will be performed, the doctor, the hospital stay; factors such as in which province or district it will take place are decisive.

Skin Rejuvenation with Laser

Laser skin rejuvenation is one of the non-surgical rejuvenation methods and aims to rejuvenate the collagen tissue under the skin. It treats the signs of aging on the face, neck, chest and hands.

Before the laser treatment, the patient is pre-examined and it is determined whether there is any obstacle in terms of health. Then, the areas to be treated are determined and local or general anesthesia is applied to the patient depending on the situation.

How Much Will İt Take?

Since laser skin rejuvenation depends on the age and expectation of the patient, the number of sessions may vary. However, a minimum of 3 sessions is required, and if a comprehensive treatment is expected, it can be up to 7 sessions. Each session takes an average of 30 to 40 minutes.

Laser frequencies are sent to the determined areas during the treatment, and indirectly the frequencies cause destruction in these areas. These destructions may cause some pain, so anesthesia is applied to reduce the feeling of pain before the treatment. Since the effect of anesthesia will wear off after the application, pain relief treatment can be applied under the control of a doctor.

Skin Rejuvenation with IPL Laser

In aesthetic applications, IPL laser, cold laser, was first designed in 1994. It has a different working principle than laser systems, it is the wavelength difference for each region.

For example: 480nm filters are used in acne treatment, 530nm filter is used in spot treatment and 560nm filter is used in vascular (rosacea) skin problems.

IPL Usage Areas

Skin Rejuvenation with IPL Laser

Spot treatment: Spots on the skin are mostly caused by sunlight, hormonal reasons, some medical drugs and intensely used cosmetic products. The most important cause of spots is undoubtedly the sun's rays, but hormonal changes that develop during pregnancy are also caused. Among the different treatment options for the factors that cause spots in laser treatment; chemical peeling, spot mask (cosmelan), tranexamic acid and injection treatment applications can also be applied separately or together with laser.

Vascular problems: Vascular diseases, also called red face, also called rosacea, are treated with laser. Red face develops and progresses due to hereditary factors, sun rays, stress , some drugs and environmental factors. It is also used in the treatment of vascular diseases with IPL laser and reduces seizures, but this treatment should be continued in the form of 4 to 6 sessions a year and supportive sessions in the following months.

Acne: Acne (pimples), which first appears in puberty, continues to be seen in adulthood due to some reasons. These reasons include oily skin type, hormones, cosmetic products, diet and stress. acne p. It also occurs when a bacteria called acnes causes inflammation in the sebaceous glands on the skin. Vitamin A, oral or externally applied medications and an acne mask are used in the treatment of this condition.

IPL treatment is applied in the treatment of acne caused by this bacterium, destroys inflammation, tightens and heals the skin. The positive results of the treatment begin to be seen only after the 3rd session.

Skin rejuvenation: Signs of aging on the skin; moisture loss and subsequent dryness, wrinkles and loss of elasticity, staining and loss of tone are treated with IPL. With this treatment, the skin is tightened and the spots disappear.

  • It is very important to meet with clinics face to face and be examined for skin rejuvenation procedures in Istanbul. Istanbul Vita Mecidiyeköy is always at your service with non-surgical skin rejuvenation applications.