What we can improve.
We assess the middle and lower face, folds beside the mouth, jawline and neck. We distinguish tissue descent from volume loss and changes on the skin's surface, because they need different treatment.
During your consultation, we will discuss what you would like to improve and which features you want to preserve. We also review previous surgery, threads or fillers, blood pressure and smoking. The aim is not to remove every sign of age, but to choose changes that make sense for your face.
Options and scars.
A lift addresses the supporting tissues and redrapes the skin, rather than relying solely on skin tension. Treatment may focus on the face, neck or both. Incisions usually follow areas near the ears and hairline; some neck procedures add an incision beneath the chin.
If volume has been lost, your own fat may be considered; eyelid bags may benefit from blepharoplasty. Combinations are assessed for their usefulness and operating time. Pigmentation and some fine wrinkles may need other treatments.
What recovery involves.
The first few days
Swelling, bruising, tightness and numbness are common during the first few days. We will advise on medication, hair and wound care, and a comfortable sleeping position. Dressings and drains, if used, are adjusted at follow-up appointments.
Returning to your routine
Allow around two to three weeks before a public-facing job or important commitments, with extra time for extensive surgery. Gentle walking is different from strenuous activity: lifting, intense exercise and movements that markedly raise pressure are postponed until recovery allows them.
How the result develops
Facial swelling settles over several weeks, with subtle changes sometimes continuing for months. Sensation near the ears and the way the neck settles also take time. We will check the scars and explain how to care for them once the skin has closed.
Safety and possible risks.
Controlling blood pressure, reviewing medication and avoiding smoking help reduce bleeding and healing problems. Sudden swelling or pain on one side needs assessment to rule out a collection of blood.
More visible scars, areas of skin that take longer to heal or changes in sensation can also occur. An affected branch of the facial nerve may alter facial movement, usually temporarily, although this occasionally persists. I will explain the risks relevant to the extent of your lift and how we monitor recovery.
What we will discuss.
- Whether tissue descent, volume loss or skin changes are the main concern.
- Which facial treatments you have had before.
- The extent of the operation and the scars involved.
Frequently asked questions.
Will my face look stretched?
Planning aims to reposition tissues and remove the necessary skin while respecting your features. We will discuss how much change you want and what your anatomy allows.
How long does the result last?
The change can last for years, but ageing continues. Skin quality, smoking, sun exposure and weight changes influence how it develops.
Does a facelift replace fillers?
They address different concerns. A lift repositions tissues that have descended; volume treatment can complement areas that have lost fullness. Both are not always needed.
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Revisión inicial del contenido: Dr. Luis Martín Suárez · 2026-09-13
Timeframes are a guide. The technique, suitability and aftercare are agreed during consultation according to your case and progress.