Mıdface Lıft Surgery
What is a midface lift?
As we age we lose the youthful fullness of the cheeks, the skin and underlying fat beging to sag downwards. The midface lift treats the middle third of the face, between the eyes and the upper lip. It is performed when a more subtle, but still very significant, improvement is needed. Anyone considering a midface lift must be sure that their expectations can be realised and that a full face lift is not necessary to realise their desired appearance.
Who is a suitable candidate for midface lift surgery?
If you have deep hollows beneath the eyes (and eye bags) deep smile lines and you have sagging skin and fat at the cheeks then the midfacelift may be the correct facial lift for you.
What is the difference between a Facelift and a Midface Lift?
The traditional facelift focuses on the lower face and neck also improving a sagging jawline and the upper lip. Both procedures treat different areas but often performed together to provide more complete total facial renovation.
How long does a midface lift last?
Results are long lasting however ageing cannot be prevented and gravity, skin type, genetics and life style mean that sagging will occur in the future.
How is the midface lift performed?
Through incisions made either at the hairline, inside the mouth or less often in the lower eyelid skin, all of the soft tissue of the cheek is seperated from the cheekbone, lifted, repositioned and then anchored to the bone or fascia.
Duration of operation – 1 hour (sedation and local or general anesthesia).
Hospital stay – 1 night.
What to expect immediately after surgery?
Minimal bruising and swelling may be present, both are normal are transient usually disappear very quickly. Numbness, tightness and dscomfort may be experienced but the face heals quickly in general. An idea of results will be visable immediately however you should wait for 6 months to assess the final appearance.
How can I hide the signs of the midface lifting surgery?
Camouflage make up one week after the surgery will help to disguise any bruising left after this time.
How long will it be before I can get back to my normal life?
Bruising and swelling varies from person to person however minimal of both is expected following this procedure. 7 nights staying is recommended in Turkey following midface lifting. Most can return to work within 10-14 days however final results will take longer to be seen due to swelling.
Can midface lifting be performed without scar?
Scars are part of the healing process however depending on the location of the incision the scars from a midface lift may well be invisable if in the mouth or lower eyelid or barely seen if at the hairline.
In many cases midface lifting is performed in conjunction with other facial surgery for best overall symmetry and facial appearance, alternatively with body shaping procedures. A midface lift often offers those who are younger or those with sagging at the midface an alternative procedure to the full face lift with shorter scars and less recovery time.
