Facelift
Restoring the jawline, midface and neck by repositioning the deeper facial structures, for a refreshed look that still feels like you.
Book a consultation- Procedure time
- 2 to 4 hours
- Anaesthesia
- General
- Back to routine
- 2 weeks
- Results
- Long-lasting
The procedure
Restoring Structure, Not Just Skin
A facelift restores the jawline, midface and neck by repositioning the deeper facial structures rather than simply tightening skin. As the face ages, the supportive tissue beneath the skin loses its position, leading to jowls, a softened jawline and looser skin along the neck. Dr. Leandro Junqueira addresses this underlying change rather than only the skin above it.
Every facelift is planned around your bone structure, skin elasticity and the specific areas showing the most change. The result is designed to restore a firmer, more defined lower face and neck while preserving your natural expression and proportions.
Why patients choose it
Refined Jawline
Repositioning the deeper tissue restores a firmer, more defined jaw contour.
Smoother Neck
Loose neck skin and vertical banding are addressed alongside the lower face for a cohesive result.
Natural Expression
Because the underlying support is restored rather than the skin simply pulled, facial movement remains natural.
Long-Lasting Improvement
Addressing the deeper structures gives more durable results than surface treatments alone.
Discreet Scarring
Incisions are placed around the ear and within the hairline to remain well concealed.
Personalised Extent
The scope of the lift is tailored to how much correction your anatomy calls for.
Your journey
From consultation to result
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01
Consultation
A thorough evaluation of your facial anatomy, skin quality and the changes you would like to address.
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02
Planning
Determining the extent of the lift and whether complementary procedures should be combined.
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03
Surgery
A precise procedure performed under general anaesthesia in an accredited facility.
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04
Recovery
Guided aftercare and follow-ups as swelling resolves and the final contour settles.
Techniques and Options
The right facelift approach depends on the degree of sagging present and the areas you want to address. These are commonly discussed during planning.
Facelift Alone or with a Neck Lift
When banding or looseness in the neck is significant, a neck lift may be performed at the same time for a more complete result.
Extent of Correction
The amount of tissue repositioning and skin removal is adapted to your anatomy, from more moderate to more comprehensive lifting.
Complementary Procedures
Eyelid surgery, an eyebrow lift or fat grafting can be combined with a facelift when your goals call for it.
Before and After
Facelift FAQ
There is no fixed age. The right timing depends on how your face has aged, your skin quality and your goals. Many patients consider a facelift once jowling and a softened jawline become noticeable and are no longer improved by lighter treatments.
The goal is a natural result that reads as a refreshed, well rested version of you rather than an obviously altered appearance. Incisions are concealed and the deeper tissues are repositioned so movement and expression remain natural.
Facelift results are long lasting because the deeper supporting structures are repositioned rather than only the skin surface. Natural aging continues afterward, but the starting point is set back significantly.
A facelift improves the upper neck and jawline, and a dedicated neck lift can be combined when there is more significant banding or looseness lower in the neck.
Swelling and bruising are most noticeable in the first one to two weeks. Most patients return to light routine within two weeks, with final results developing gradually over the following months.