Face & Neck Lift (Rhytidectomy)

Surgical face and neck lift performed by Dr Ivor J. Lim to rejuvenate the mid and lower face, tighten neck skin, and restore a naturally youthful facial contour.

The face and neck lift (rhytidectomy) at Ivor J. Lim Plastic Surgery addresses gravitational changes in the mid and lower face — jowling, deepened nasolabial folds, descent of facial fat compartments, and lax neck skin — through surgical elevation and repositioning of facial tissues. Dr Ivor J. Lim's approach focuses on restoring natural anatomy rather than producing an overtightened or operated appearance. The procedure typically involves incisions placed discreetly around the ear and into the hairline, through which the deeper fascial layer (SMAS) is tightened and the skin is redraped without tension. A concurrent neck lift addresses platysmal banding and submental laxity for a smooth, defined jaw-to-neck transition. Dr Lim's dual qualification in plastic surgery (FRCS Plastic Surgery, FAMS) and his training under leading UK plastic surgeons through the Pan Thames fellowship underpins a technically rigorous approach to facelift surgery. The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and typically requires 1–2 nights in hospital, with a recovery period of 2–3 weeks before returning to social activities. Results are long-lasting, typically 7–10 years, and complement the clinic's minimally invasive adjuncts such as injectables and energy-based treatments for maintenance.