Mid-facelift (Mid-facelift)
With the effect of aging and gravity, cheeks and lower eyelids may sag on our face. With a mid-face lift, a more youthful appearance is obtained with a flatter cheek and lower eyelid.
Before Surgery
Detailed medical information about the person is obtained. The drugs he uses and additional diseases are definitely questioned. Complaints about the person's expectations and face are listened to. What can be done to the person's face and how to get an image are discussed together. The patient is examined. Appropriate photography is done.
Operation
It is done under general anaesthesia. The operation time is approximately 1-2 hours. The lower eyelid is started with a linear incision parallel to the base of the eyelashes. With endoscopic (camera assisted) or standard techniques, the required areas are lifted and stretched, and the excess skin is removed. Wrapping and tape applications are made.
Postoperative
Nutrition begins in the early period and the patient is carried out after feeding. The patient stays in the hospital for 1 night. There may be slight swelling and bruising on the face. It is minimized with regular cold application in the early period. Bandages are removed on the 2nd and 3rd day and a bath can be made. Stitches are removed on the 5th day. Swelling and bruises disappear within 2-3 weeks. You can return to work on the 5th-7th day after the operation. Light activities can be done after 2-3 weeks and heavy activities after 1 month.
Conclusion
It is a personalized treatment method. As a result of the surgery, a face with flattened lip lines, disappeared lower eyelid bags, taut and youthful cheeks is obtained. In order to achieve better and long-lasting results, it can be supported with eyebrow lifting, forehead lift, upper eyelid surgeries, filling and botox applications.
Anesthesia
General
Processing Time
1-2 hours
Recovery Time
7-10 days
Net Result
6 months - 1 year
Effect Duration
for life
Pain
minimal