Midface Lift

Complications are rare

A midfacelift is generally a safe surgical procedure. However, our caring medical staff will take time to walk you through some common side-effects and risks that you take when deciding to go through with the procedure:

You must remember that side-effects are temporary. Some types of midface lifts may produce swelling that lasts for a few weeks, especially if dissection is subperiosteal.

The bruises and soreness will subside, but the scars usually fade over the course of 12 months; however, they will not completely disappear.

Complications such bleeding during or soon after the procedure, infection and a reaction to the anaesthetic may occur. Although in rare cases, bleeding under your skin may occur that causes a painful a haematoma. Antibiotics will be prescribed to prevent infection and your surgeon will remove the blood clot formed.

Damage to your facial nerves resulting in numbness and muscle weakness in your face are very uncommon and not necessarily permanent.