Face & Neck Lift

What is Face & Neck Lift Surgery?

As we age, the skin loses elasticity, facial fat descends, and the underlying SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layer relaxes — causing jowls, deep nasolabial folds, and neck laxity. A facelift (rhytidectomy) addresses these changes at a structural level, repositioning the deeper tissues of the face and neck rather than simply pulling the skin.

Dr. Efendioğlu performs SMAS-based facelifts — the gold standard approach — which provides longer-lasting, more natural-looking results than skin-only techniques. The procedure is frequently combined with neck lift, fat grafting, eyelid surgery and other complementary procedures for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

What is Neck Lift Surgery?

Neck lift surgery specifically addresses the neck and jawline: removing excess skin, tightening the platysma muscle (which causes the characteristic "turkey neck" bands), and eliminating submental fat (double chin) through liposuction or direct excision. It can be performed alone or as part of a full facelift.

Facelift Techniques

• SMAS facelift — the deep muscular layer is tightened for durable, natural results lasting 8–12 years
• Deep plane facelift — addresses the deepest facial structures for the most severe degrees of laxity
• High SMAS / composite facelift — extends treatment to the midface for comprehensive rejuvenation
• Mini facelift — less invasive, shorter recovery (5–7 days), suitable for early signs of ageing

Recovery

Drains are removed the morning after surgery. Bruising and swelling peak at 3–5 days and substantially resolve by 2 weeks. Most patients are comfortable appearing in public after 12–14 days. Final results are visible at 3–6 months as residual swelling resolves.