Face Lift, Neck Lift

Although the degree of aging varies from person to person, it is a process that all people experience. The aging process; It is affected by genetic and environmental factors, nutrition, weight changes, sun exposure, chronic diseases, medications and habits. But in general, the first thing to lose is the elasticity and moisture of the skin. In the later stages, decrease in connective tissue, decrease and displacement of supporting adipose tissue, and regression in bone structures occur. Sagging and wrinkles on the face of the person cause a tired and sad expression. Depending on the degree of wrinkling and sagging, although non-surgical interventions may yield results in the first stages, surgical correction is appropriate in advanced cases. In facelift surgery, an incision made in front of the ear and extending to the scalp removes excess skin and tightens the supporting structures of the face. If there are sagging and wrinkles in the neck area, correction is provided by advancing to those areas. Although very good results are obtained in suitable patients, attention should be paid to the natural appearance of the patients. If necessary, lower and upper eyelid operations can be combined with fat injections.

The operation takes 3-6 hours depending on the procedure to be performed. It is applied under general anesthesia. The patient stays in the hospital for at least one night. It is normal to have redness and bruising after the operation. Traces are usually placed inconspicuously. A lot of pain is not expected after the operation. Ice application and simple pain relievers will suffice. Antibiotics are used. The person should be protected from the sun after the operation. Caution should be exercised in patients with advanced chronic disease and smoking. Post-operative bleeding, infection, nerve damage, hair loss may occur. Stitches are removed after 7-10. The person can return to his normal life after an average of two weeks.

These operations do not prevent aging. It helps to reduce and delay existing damage. For this reason, sagging may recur in patients with a lot of loss of elasticity. In this case, the operation can be repeated.