Facelift

Prof. Dr. von Heimburg offers the full spectrum of facelift techniques at Praxisklinik Kaiserplatz in Frankfurt, from a targeted Minilift for early laxity to deep-plane and midface procedures for more pronounced rejuvenation. Surgery lasts four to six hours, and initial swelling resolves within two to three weeks, with final results apparent at around six months. ENT and brow or neck lift procedures can be combined at the same session.

A surgical facelift at Dr. Rittinger's Nuremberg practice tightens underlying muscle and tissue and removes excess skin to reverse the signs of facial ageing — sagging jowls, deep nasolabial folds and loss of jawline definition. Performed at St. Theresien-Krankenhaus under general anaesthesia, the procedure can be combined with a neck lift or other facial operations for comprehensive rejuvenation. Results are natural-looking and long-lasting compared with non-surgical alternatives.

Surgical facelift (rhytidectomy) consultation and procedure planning at Ästhetisch Bonn with Dr. Rainer Böckmann, a specialist in plastic and aesthetic surgery in Bonn, Germany. Addresses mid-face descent, jowl formation, and neck laxity. Options include mini-facelift, SMAS-plasty, and combined neck lift. Performed under general anaesthesia with typically one to two weeks' recovery.

Dr. Thomas Mustoe's signature deep plane facelift repositions deep facial tissues for long-lasting, natural-looking rejuvenation. The practice offers the full range — mini facelift, mid facelift, and full facelift with neck lift — all performed at a private surgical center steps from the Magnificent Mile consultation office. Procedures are individually tailored and may be combined with brow lift or blepharoplasty for comprehensive facial renewal.

THERESIUM offers SMAS facelift, Deep Plane facelift, Mini-MACS facelift, endoscopic brow lift, and neck lift performed by Dr. med. Markus Klöppel — named FOCUS Top Mediziner 2025–2026 specifically for facelifting. Procedures run 3–5 hours under general anaesthesia with 1–2 nights in hospital. Patients are socially presentable after approximately 14 days and cleared for sports after 4–6 weeks.

Brow lift surgery at Torrey Pines Plastic Surgery Del Mar using advanced minimally-invasive endoscopic techniques. Dr. Kayva Crawford makes small incisions hidden within the scalp, then gently lifts and secures forehead tissues at a more youthful height using deeper fixation rather than skin tension. Addresses brow ptosis, forehead lines, and the fatigued appearance caused by descended brow position. Recovery involves 7–10 days of initial swelling, with most patients socially ready within this window.

Full facelift surgery including the clinic's proprietary SDP-Lift® technique developed by Dr. Michael König, plus brow and forehead lift, neck lift, upper and lower eyelid surgery, and facial contouring procedures. The SDP-Lift® is designed to address skin laxity and deeper tissue changes with results that are natural rather than pulled. All surgical facial rejuvenation is performed in the clinic's licensed private operating theatre with inpatient care.

The Oaks Plastic Surgery Houston performs facelift (rhytidectomy) and necklift procedures to address midface laxity, jowling, deep nasolabial folds, and loose neck skin and platysma banding — signs of facial aging that non-surgical treatments cannot fully reverse. Surgery lifts and repositions the underlying SMAS layer and removes excess skin for durable, natural-looking rejuvenation. Male and female facelift techniques are offered, with incision placement and tension direction adapted for each patient's anatomy. Brow lift, blepharoplasty, chin augmentation, and volume restoration with fat grafting may be combined in the same session for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

Surgical neck lift at Torrey Pines Plastic Surgery Del Mar, performed by fellowship-trained facial surgeon Dr. Kayva Crawford to address platysmal banding, loose neck skin, and submental fat. Techniques include platysmaplasty (muscle tightening), cervicoplasty (skin excision), and submental liposuction matched to individual anatomy. Results typically last 10–15 years. Often combined with facelift. A light compression garment is worn during healing.

Dr. White performs facelifts using strategic incisions positioned near the ears, hairline, and jaw — concealed within natural contours — to tighten underlying facial muscles, remove excess skin, and redistribute or augment facial fat for a refreshed, natural appearance. The procedure typically takes two to four hours. Recovery progresses quickly: initial swelling and bruising resolve within the first week, modest activity resumes at two to three weeks, and full recovery is achieved in approximately six weeks.

Surgical facelift using SMAS elevation and repositioning to reduce sagging skin, hanging jowls, and diminished cheek volume without a tight or pulled appearance. Incisions carefully placed along the hairline, within ear folds, or behind the earlobe. A mini facelift option is available for earlier-stage ageing. Complementary procedures including fat transfer, CO2 laser resurfacing, and injectables can be combined. Recovery: two to three weeks off work.

Dr. Maas performs a full spectrum of facelift procedures including his signature Deep Plane SMASplasty Facelift, lower facelift, mid facelift, mini facelift, neck lift, and revision facelift. The extended SMAS technique preserves natural hairline positioning and conceals incisions behind the ear cartilage, avoiding the pulled or windswept appearance common in less sophisticated techniques. Non-surgical facelift options combining injectables and laser are also available.

Westlake Dermatology's West University Houston clinic offers surgical facelift and neck lift procedures performed by board-certified plastic surgeons. Procedures address moderate-to-significant facial ageing including jowling, deep nasolabial folds, loss of jawline definition, and platysmal neck banding. The surgeons address the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layer for repositioning of descended facial tissue, providing natural-looking, long-lasting results. Neck lift tightens the platysmal muscle and removes excess neck skin, defining the cervicomandibular angle. Facelift may be combined with blepharoplasty, brow lift, fat grafting, or laser resurfacing for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

Bespoke facelift and neck lift surgery by specialist Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon Dr Warwick Nettle FRACS in Sydney. Dr Nettle is internationally recognised for natural-looking outcomes tailored to individual facial anatomy, addressing jowling, neck laxity, mid-face ptosis, and deep facial folds. All surgery performed at accredited Sydney private hospitals with overnight stay included.

Deep plane facelift performed by fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon Dr. Kayva Crawford at Torrey Pines Plastic Surgery in Del Mar, San Diego. The deep plane technique dissects beneath the SMAS layer to release facial retaining ligaments, repositioning the mid-face and lower face at a deeper structural level than skin-tension or standard SMAS facelifts. Results are more durable and more natural-looking. Most patients return to social life within two to three weeks. Consultation required for pricing.

Surgical facelift (rhytidectomy) on the Sunshine Coast QLD to address facial ageing including jowling, mid-face descent, deep nasolabial folds, and neck laxity. SMAS-layer tightening techniques restore youthful facial contours with natural-looking, long-lasting results. Performed under general anaesthesia by a FRACS-qualified plastic surgeon. Can be combined with necklift, blepharoplasty, or fat grafting.

Dr Richard Maxwell FRACS performs facelift and neck lift procedures from his Melbourne practice, addressing gravitational descent of the facial soft tissue, jowling, and platysmal banding in the neck. Adjunct procedures including brow lift, eyelid surgery, fat transfer, and submental liposuction can be combined in a single operative session. Approach and technique are selected based on the degree of facial ageing, skin quality, and the patient's recovery expectations.

The GW Cosmetic Surgery Center offers facelift and facial rejuvenation surgery in Washington DC, with procedures performed by both Dr. Michael Olding (Professor of Surgery and Cosmetic Surgery Center Chief) and Dr. Adam Singleton (facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon). Treatments available include traditional facelift, neck lift, brow lift, blepharoplasty (upper and lower eyelid surgery), cheek implants, and chin augmentation. Dr. Singleton additionally specializes in minimally invasive facial cosmetic surgery and nasal and facial trauma reconstruction. Procedures are performed at GW Hospital's outpatient surgical facilities.

Facelift and neck lift surgery by Dr. Sassan Alavi with over 1,500 procedures completed. Addresses facial sagging, jowling, deep nasolabial folds, and neck laxity. Mini facelift ('weekend facelift') also available for patients seeking shorter recovery with excellent results. Fellowship-trained in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery at UCI. Consultation required for pricing.

Weill Cornell Medicine's board-certified plastic surgeons perform rhytidectomy to address sagging facial skin, deep creases, and loss of jawline definition. Procedures are tailored to each patient's anatomy and goals, with options from a targeted mini-lift to a comprehensive facelift combined with neck lift. The division's academic affiliation with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital ensures access to a depth of surgical expertise that reflects a combined Weill Cornell and Columbia plastic surgery residency programme.

Dr. Zhuravsky's preferred facelift technique is the deep plane approach, which repositions underlying facial muscles and tissues rather than merely tightening skin. The procedure addresses cheeks, jowls, jawline, and neck laxity. SMAS plication and mini-lift options are also available. Sutures are removed at week one and most patients report peak satisfaction by weeks three to six.

Dr. Funk's proprietary Super Extended Deep Plane Facelift using the PRESTO technique — a long-lasting surgical approach addressing the SMAS, deep facial tissues, neck, and jowl in a single procedure. Also includes forehead lift, midface lift, and neck lift (Mannequin lift) as standalone or combined procedures. Results are associated with lasting considerably longer than standard thread lifts or superficial facelifts.

Surgical facelift at Schönheitsklinik Berlin Dr Abtin Alvand to address facial sagging, jowl formation, and neck laxity. Procedures address the SMAS layer and soft tissue for natural, long-lasting facial repositioning. Standalone or combined with forehead lift, midface lift, and neck lift. Performed under general anaesthesia; most patients return to normal activities within three to four weeks.

Facelift surgery using SMAS and Round Block techniques, performed by specialist plastic surgeon Dr Geoffrey Barnett FRACS at Hawthorn East, Melbourne. Addresses jowling, mid-face descent, neck laxity, and deep nasolabial folds. Often combined with neck lift, brow lift, or eyelid surgery for comprehensive facial rejuvenation. 35+ years surgical experience.