Face Lift

Recovering after a Face Lift

Recovery is limited by bruising, swelling, and varies depending on the technique used. You will be able to return to work in 1 to 4 weeks and facelifts are typically healed in 4 to 6 months. The complete healing process can last up to 12 months.

For the next couple of days after the surgery you need to:

• keep your head elevated to reduce swelling
• avoid bending or straining
• avoid saunas and massage for at least two weeks
• avoid the sun for a few weeks
• avoid vigorous activity for four or five weeks.

Painkillers will help relieve any discomfort as the anaesthetic wears off. Before discharge, our carrying medical staff will give you advice about caring for your face, hygiene and bathing.

Often it helps if you apply a cold compress, such as ice on the bruised face. You should not apply ice directly to your skin as it can give you an 'ice burn'.

After you are discharged from the clinic, you need to rest for 3 to 4 days following the surgery. The bandages are removed on the 2nd day after the operation.

Our professional medical staff will inform you about facial or eyelid swelling as common side effects. Feelings of tension and sensitivity disturbances are fairly common, but they normally disappear in a couple of weeks.

After the bandages are removed, hair should be washed and you will be able to shower regularly. We recommend wearing a scarf at night to protect the face.