Face Lift

Facial Rejuvenation

Facelift is a popular aesthetic method used to reduce the effects of aging on the skin, achieve a more youthful and dynamic appearance. Facelift surgeries are performed with surgical interventions, while non-surgical facelift methods are performed with minimally invasive techniques or skin care products.

Facelift Surgery (Ritidectomy):

Facelift surgeries are surgical procedures that are performed to remove sagging, wrinkles and flaccidity in the face and neck. These surgeries are usually performed under general anesthesia, and the healing process is longer than with non-surgical methods. However, they offer more pronounced and lasting results.

Types of Facelift Surgery:

• Full Face Lift: It is the most comprehensive facelift surgery that comprehensively addresses the signs of aging on the face and neck. The skin and muscles around the forehead, cheeks, chin line, neck and eyes are tightened, excess skin and adipose tissue are removed. This operation provides a pronounced rejuvenation of the entire face.
• Mini Facelift: It is a less invasive procedure and is usually preferred to relieve early signs of aging. It targets slight sagging in the cheeks and chin line and offers a shorter recovery process.
• Neck Lift (Cervicoplasty): It focuses on eliminating sagging, wrinkles and the appearance of a “turkey neck” in the neck. The neck muscles are tightened, excess skin and adipose tissue are removed.
• Forehead Lift It is done to eliminate wrinkles on the forehead, low eyebrows and eyelid drooping. The muscles of the forehead are tightened, the eyebrows are raised up, and the area around the eyes acquires a more youthful appearance.
• Blepharoplasty: It is performed to eliminate sagging, bagging and wrinkles on the upper and lower eyelids. Excess skin and adipose tissue are removed, the eyelids are tightened, and the eye area acquires a more youthful and dynamic appearance.
• Cheek Lift (Midface Lift): It focuses on eliminating sagging on the cheeks and loss of volume. The cheeks are raised up and made more expressive, which gives the face a more youthful and plump look.
• Deep Plan Face Lift:  In this technique, the layer of muscle and tissue under the skin called SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) is targeted. A more natural and lasting lifting effect is achieved by removing and repositioning the SMAS layer. Deep plan facelift is especially effective in removing sagging on the cheeks and laxity in the chin line.
• Temporal Lift: A temporal lift, also known as a temporal brow lift, is a minimally invasive cosmetic procedure designed to raise the outer part of the eyebrows and reduce lateral eyelid hooding. This procedure is often chosen by individuals who experience drooping of the outer upper eyelids and brows but are satisfied with the central and inner brow areas. It not only lifts the eyebrows but also helps smooth forehead lines, minimizing wrinkles for a cleaner forehead appearance

Non-Surgical Facelift Methods:

Non-surgical facelift methods are techniques that do not require surgical intervention, are less invasive and usually have shorter recovery times. These methods can be effective in relieving mild and moderate signs of aging.

Non-Surgical Facelift Methods:

• Botox: Botulinum toxin injections temporarily paralyze muscles, reducing wrinkles. It is effective in treating mimic lines such as forehead, eye contour, between eyebrows and around lips. The effect usually lasts 3-6 months.
• Fillers: It is used to eliminate the loss of volume on the face, fill wrinkles and clarify facial contours. Different fillers are available, such as hyaluronic acid, calcium hydroxyapatite, poly-L-lactic acid. The effect of fillers usually varies from 6 months to 2 years.
• Chemical Peeling: Peeling off the top layer of skin, it reveals a younger, smoother and radiant complexion. It is effective in treating acne scars, blemishes, fine wrinkles and skin tone inequalities. Chemical peels of different depths are available, and the healing process varies depending on the depth of peeling.
• Laser Treatments: It stimulates the production of collagen in the skin, providing firmness and rejuvenation. It is used to treat problems such as wrinkles, blemishes, acne scars, skin tone inequalities and flabbiness of the skin. Different laser technologies are available and each one targets different skin problems.
• Ultrasound (Ultherapy): Using focused ultrasound energy, it heats the lower layers of the skin and stimulates collagen production. Thanks to this, it creates a tightening and lifting effect on the skin. It is effective in removing sagging on the face and neck, clarifying the chin line and lifting eyebrows.
• Radio Frequency (Thermage): By heating the skin with radio waves, it stimulates collagen production and provides tightening. Reduces sagging and wrinkles on the face and neck, improves skin elasticity and gives a more youthful appearance.
• Thread Lifting: Thanks to special threads inserted into the skin, a lifting effect is created. They remove sagging on the face and neck, make the chin line more pronounced and provide a more youthful appearance. The effect of the threads usually lasts 1-2 years.
• Micro-needling (Dermapen, Dermaroller): It stimulates collagen production by opening microchannels in the skin and promotes skin regeneration. It is effective in treating problems such as wrinkles, acne scars, blemishes and flabbiness of the skin.
• PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma): It is made by injecting platelet-rich plasma from the person's own blood into the skin. Promotes skin regeneration, collagen production and tissue repair. It is used to treat problems such as wrinkles, blemishes, hair loss and flabbiness of the skin.
• Mesotherapy: It is made by injecting substances such as vitamins, minerals, amino acids and hyaluronic acid under the skin. Improves skin quality, moisturizes, tightens and gives it a more youthful appearance.
• Skin Care Products: Creams, serums and masks with ingredients such as retinol, hyaluronic acid, vitamin C can help alleviate the signs of aging by increasing skin elasticity, reducing wrinkles and evening skin tone.

Method Selection:

Whether a facelift or a non-surgical method is preferred varies depending on the person's age, skin condition, expectations, health status, and budget. While surgeries provide more pronounced and lasting results, non-surgical methods are less invasive, more cost-effective, and the healing process is shorter.

Conclusion:

Facelift surgeries and non-surgical methods can be effective in reducing the signs of aging and achieving a younger appearance. However, it is important to consult a specialist before deciding which method is right for you. The specialist will evaluate your skin type, the degree of your signs of aging and your expectations, creating the treatment plan that best suits you.

Remember, this article is for informational purposes only and does not replace doctor's advice.

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