Facelift for Patients from Theni

The surgery is carried out under general (inhalation) anaesthesia, which means no pain. In the first few days discomfort and tightness can occur and are eased by medication prescribed by your doctor.

After 3–4 weeks, as the swelling settles, the first clear changes appear. Your face takes on its final look in 3–6 months. A surgical SMAS facelift gives an effect that lasts 7–10 years.

Yes. For the first 7–10 days you need rest, a compression bandage and reduced 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. Surgical facelifts are often paired with blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), rhinoplasty or double-chin liposuction. The scope of any combined procedure is decided at the consultation by the surgeon.

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

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 a free consultation, where the surgeon will examine you, assess the type and degree of ageing, explain the expected result and answer all of your questions.