Surgical Facelift in Nairobi: Price and Types

The surgery takes place under general (inhalation) anaesthesia, and you feel no pain. Discomfort and tightness are possible in the first few days and are relieved with medication your doctor prescribes.

The first clear changes appear after 3–4 weeks once the swelling has gone down, and the face takes its final look within 3–6 months. After a surgical SMAS facelift the effect lasts 7–10 years.

Yes. For the first 7–10 days you need rest, a compression bandage and less physical activity. Swelling and bruising fade in 2–4 weeks, and full recovery takes about 2 months. Your operating surgeon follows you up for the whole first year.

Yes. A surgical facelift is commonly combined with blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), rhinoplasty or double-chin liposuction, and the surgeon decides the scope of the combined procedure at the consultation.

Yes, City Medical Centre has in-house 0% instalments: pay in parts, with no overpayment or bank interest.

A skin-only (standard) lift affects the top layer of skin alone and its effect is short-lived. A SMAS facelift is deeper: the surgeon operates on the facial muscle and fascia layer, lifting tissues where the cause lies rather than the effect. The outcome is natural and long-lasting.

One surgery provides a complete result. A repeat procedure may be performed after 7–10 years if the patient wishes.

Typically, surgery is recommended from 40+ when tissue sagging is marked, and in some cases from 35. The recommendation is individual and given after an examination.

Book your free consultation: the surgeon will examine you, assess the type and degree of ageing, explain the expected result and answer every question.