Circumferential facelift

29.11.2023

Circumferential facelift: regain your youthfulness in one procedure

Circumferential facelift, or rhytidectomy is the most effective plastic surgery, which provides radical facial rejuvenation in a single intervention, even in the presence of the most severe changes. The operation is more often resorted to by patients over 45 years old, who have signs of age-related changes. It is often the face takes the blow after pregnancy and breastfeeding, significant weight loss, anatomical changes in the body due to severe stress or disease. Therefore, the clients of plastic surgeons become patients of an earlier age, and both women and men.

Contents:

• Circumferential facelift: regain your youthfulness in one procedure
• What problems does a circumferential facelift solve?
• Facelift: in which cases it should not be performed
• Circumferential facelift: what are the main types
• Circumferential facelift: basic stages
• Facelift without surgery: what options are available
• What are the reviews of the circular facelift in Coolaser Clinic in Kiev
• What is the price for a face lift in Kiev
• Circumferential face lift in Kiev: where to do it better
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What problems does a circumferential facelift solve?

Plastic surgeons recommend a circumferential facelift when the following facial changes are present:

• drooping eyebrows;
• sagging of the forehead, eyelids, cheeks;
• pronounced nasolabial folds;
• double chin;
• neck crease;
• loss of skin tone, laxity;
• age-related weakening of facial muscles;
• deep expression lines;
• decreased elasticity of the soft tissues of the face;
• a change in facial contours;
• The appearance of “bulldogs” (sagging contour of the lower jaw).

Unlike other facial plastic surgeries, a circumferential facelift solves these problems in one go. 

Facelift: in which cases it should not be performed

Circumferential facelift is contraindicated in patients who have the following diseases or conditions:

• cancer;
• blood clotting disorders, including hemophilia;
• exacerbations of chronic pathologies;
• infectious diseases;
• hormonal imbalance;
• diabetes;
• hypertension.

If it is impossible to perform plastic surgery, you should not despair. In Kulazer Clinic you will be developed an individual course of non-surgical facelift, which can be a worthy alternative to surgery and will allow you to say goodbye to many problems for several years.

Circumferential facelift: what are the main types

Facelift requires a highly qualified surgeon, so it is important to take the time to choose a medical center and a specialist to whom you will entrust your face and health;

Surgeons of the Kulazer Clinic in Kiev specialize in performing a circular face lift and perform this procedure at a high level, which is confirmed by patient feedback on the results of facelift. For each operation, doctors develop an individual plan, which takes into account the peculiarities of the skin and the areas requiring correction;

There are the following types of facelift by area:

• frontlifting, which includes a forehead lift, eyebrows;
• of the central zone;
• of the lower face and neck area.

Kiev surgeons can use both surgical methods, which are carried out under general anesthesia, and non-surgical technologies, for example: thread, laser, ultrasound, for which local anesthesia is sufficient;

Traditional rhytidectomy

The surgeon makes a scalpel incision near the temporal area and along the auricle and, if necessary, also under the lower jaw. He then removes excess fatty tissue, tightens the aponeurotic flap (connective tissue of the muscles of the face and neck) and sews up the incisions. The procedure takes about 2-4 hours, and the recovery period is 1-2 months. The cosmetic effect from such a procedure lasts at least 10 years;

SMAS facelift

This is an innovative technique that not only affects the skin but also the muscles, so that the relief and oval of the face can be significantly changed. The surgeon makes the same incisions as in rhytidectomy. The difference is that the doctor moves the fibromuscular layer, which is under the skin of the face to correct its shape, and only then removes excess fatty tissue. After fixing the muscle layer, he sews up the wound without stretching the skin. Rehabilitation after SMAS-methodology takes longer, while the obtained effect is preserved for up to 12-15 years.

Endoscopic face and neck elevator

This is the most gentle type of surgical facelift. The doctor makes microscopic incisions along the hair growth line and then uses them to reposition and anchor the soft tissues of the face. In this way, he tightens the forehead, cheekbones, and other areas. At the end of the procedure, he inserts drainage tubes into the incisions and applies a compression bandage to the face. Full recovery after such surgery can take up to 2-3 months, and the result lasts for 15 or more years.

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Circumferential facelift: basic stages

The procedure involves several steps, each of which is important for health, rehabilitation, and the final outcome.

Preparation

Before the operation on skin rejuvenation, the patient undergoes a consultation with a plastic surgeon. The specialist will study the individual characteristics of the skin, select the most appropriate methods to achieve the desired effect. He will receive recommendations on the best options for rejuvenation, taking into account the general state of health;

Preoperative preparation also includes a number of tests: blood and urine tests, electrocardiogram, fluorography. In addition, it is mandatory to appoint an examination and consultation with an anesthesiologist, who will choose the optimal type of anesthesia for the operation. It is important that before the operation the patient does not have acute or chronic diseases in the exacerbation phase, including colds;

Operation

A circumferential facelift is performed under general anesthesia and lasts from 2 to 4 hours. The surgeon makes small incisions along the hairline, ears and chin through which he separates the skin from the subcutaneous tissue and muscles. The doctor then performs sequential removal of fatty tissue and excess skin. At the end of the procedure, he performs tensioning of the aponeurotic flap, thus tightening the skin and fixes it with special sutures;

After the operation, the doctor puts a bandage on the face, which is removed 5-10 days after the examination. The patient will be transferred to a post-operative room in the hospital, where he or she will recover from anesthesia under the supervision of medical staff. You can return to the hotel the next day.

Rehabilitation

In the first few days, painful sensations in the face, bruising and swelling may occur. Painful sensations practically do not accompany the rehabilitation period, although swelling and bruising appear after a day or two. It is important to follow all the recommendations of the surgeon and properly treat the wounds;

After the stitches are removed, you can gradually return to your usual life with minor restrictions during the first month: you will have to avoid vigorous physical activity and sleep on your back. As a rule, the visible signs of surgery disappear by the end of the first month, after which you can safely appear in society. The final result of the circular facelift will be noticeable in 2-3 months;

Facelift without surgery: what options are available

Non-surgical facelift techniques can be divided into two categories: injectable and hardware. The first category involves the introduction of various substances or materials through micro-injections into the skin. Non-surgical facelift with the help of hardware cosmetology involves the use of the latest technology. In the Kulazer Clinic for many non-surgical methods of facelift often have promotional offers, so current prices should be checked with consultants or on the website.

Facial contouring

This is a procedure in which hyaluronic acid, a hypoallergenic filler, is injected under the skin to fill wrinkles, smooth the relief and facial oval. The procedure is done under local anesthesia, and the effect lasts about 1-2 years;

Soft-lifting, or volumetric modeling

This is a kind of contour plastic surgery using filler, but the injections are made at a greater depth. This allows you to more effectively correct the shape and relief of the face. The result lasts approximately 1 year;

Biorevitalization

This technique uses low molecular weight hyaluronic acid, which helps to rejuvenate and moisturize the skin. It helps to improve skin tone, restore its healthy color, eliminate wrinkles and folds. Usually biorevitalization is done at the age of 25 to 35 years, the result lasts about 1 year;

Bio-reinforcement

This is a procedure similar to biorevitalization, but is performed using a thicker gel. It is evenly distributed under the facial skin and creates a kind of framework that supports the facial contour. This procedure is usually approached at the age of 35-45 years, the effect will also last for about 1 year;

Thread three-dimensional lifting

This procedure uses very thin threads made of absorbable material. They are inserted under the skin with a very thin, flexible needle (cannula), which does little damage to the skin. With the help of threads can be performed to restore the contours of the face, smooth out deep folds and wrinkles. The effect of the procedure lasts for 2 years;

Mesotherapy

In this case, mesococktails are used for injections – biologically active mixtures that are selected individually for each patient. They may contain hyaluronic acid, vitamins and other components. With the help of mesococktails you can improve skin tone, get rid of the first fine lines, reduce pigmentation and post-acne. Mesotherapy is done as a course of procedures (about 3-4);

Plasmolifting

These are injections of platelet-rich plasma taken from the patient himself. They stimulate regenerative processes, improve metabolism in skin cells and their oxygenation. Thanks to this it is possible to smooth out fine folds and wrinkles, increase the tone of facial skin, improve its color. For preventive purposes, plasmolifting can be done from the age of 25, and at the age of 35 it is usually combined with other methods of circumferential facelift.

Cryolifting

One of the most popular procedures in the field of rejuvenation. It takes place using a special device with a nozzle cooled to -20°C. This temperature effect activates the production of collagen in the skin, helps to reduce swelling, improve the work of microvessels, cleansing the skin of harmful substances. Cryolifting is usually carried out in a course of 5-10 sessions;

Micro-needle RF-lifting

The procedure allows you to get an instant rejuvenation effect. It is performed using gold-plated diamond-sharpened micro-needles. After the needles enter the desired depth, the doctor delivers a radiofrequency current. Thanks to this there is tissue regeneration, stimulation of elastin and collagen production, which has a beneficial effect on the process of skin rejuvenation.

Laser resurfacing

An effective and painless procedure performed in Kulaser with a laser beam 80-85 microns thick (thinner than a human hair). It is the thinnest laser device in the world. Laser resurfacing allows for several procedures to achieve elimination of age-related changes, including deep creases, wrinkles. The price of facelift without surgery is much lower than that of surgery.

What are the reviews of the circular facelift in Coolaser Clinic in Kiev

All patients who have entrusted our plastic surgeons with their appearance, say in their reviews that they are very satisfied with their choice. The result of the facelift exceeded all their expectations: 

• improved facial oval,  
• disappeared interbrow folds, wrinkles and eyebrows,  
• the transverse wrinkles have smoothed out;
• skin and muscles tightened,
• my face looked fresher, younger.

In addition to external changes, patients also share psychological changes in their lives after facelift surgery. In particular, they write in their reviews that they felt more attractive and confident, which had a positive impact on their self-esteem and quality of life in general. They have become socially active, received a new stimulus in life, many have started career development. Patients are especially grateful to the surgeons of Kulazer Clinic, who thoroughly developed the plan of the operation, thanks to which it was possible to obtain the desired aesthetic effect;

What is the price for a face lift in Kiev

The cost of a facelift is formed based on several factors:

• whichever lift method you choose;
• how much correction is needed in your case;
• Whether additional procedures will be required, such as Botox, fillers, lipofilling.

Approximate price for various types of facelift in the clinic Kulazer in Kiev: 

Preliminary price of the circular facelift plastic surgeon will be able to calculate after assessing the condition of the skin and tissues and understanding your wishes. To do this, leave your request so that the consultants can organize an individual consultation at a convenient time for you.

Circumferential face lift in Kiev: where to do it better

Coolaser Clinic is a modern medical center in Kiev on Pechersk, which operates in accordance with international quality standards. Why do patients choose Coolaser Clinic?

1. Our center has a team of experienced plastic surgeons, who are considered the best in Ukraine;
2. Their arsenal includes advanced medical equipment, which is installed in the best clinics in Europe and the USA. Thanks to this, doctors are able to perform surgical interventions of any complexity at a high level;
3. According to the reviews of our patients, the rehabilitation period after facelift was comfortable, cases of infection and complications were not recorded;
4. The medical center offers a full range of services aimed at creating perfect aesthetics of your face and body, as well as preserving youth and beauty. Specialists competently combine traditional and innovative techniques, individually select a program of transformation for each patient, so you can be sure of a stunning result.
5. Optimal prices are set for all types of plastic surgery, including circular facelift, which allows everyone to get a young, fresh appearance without excessive costs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

*** The material has been checked and approved by plastic surgeon Kemkin Victor Vladimirovich

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