Facelift results are designed to be natural-looking and long-lasting, enhancing your facial features without drastically changing your appearance. Patients typically notice a more refreshed, lifted, and youthful facial profile, with smoother skin and improved definition along the jawline and cheeks.
A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is an advanced surgical procedure that addresses visible signs of facial aging by lifting and repositioning sagging skin and underlying tissues. It is designed to improve loss of firmness in the lower face and neck, soften deep facial folds, and restore more defined, youthful facial contours.
At Ottawa Derm & Surgery Centre, facelift surgery is carefully tailored to each patient’s facial anatomy, skin quality, and aesthetic goals. Our experienced surgical team focuses on achieving natural-looking, balanced results that enhance facial structure while preserving your unique features and expressions. The goal is not to change how you look, but to help you look refreshed, rested, and more like yourself.
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Lifted Appearance
Facelift surgery lifts and tightens sagging facial skin, targeting areas most affected by aging, including the cheeks, jawline, and neck. This procedure smooths deep wrinkles and folds while enhancing natural facial definition, restoring a more refreshed and balanced appearance.
Natural Results
At Ottawa Derm & Surgery Centre, we focus on natural-looking facelift results that complement your unique facial structure. Each procedure is carefully planned to achieve subtle, harmonious rejuvenation, helping you look refreshed without altering your individual features.
Personalized Care
From consultation to recovery, our team provides personalized facelift care tailored to your anatomy and goals. We prioritize your comfort, safety, and confidence, offering expert guidance and support throughout every step of the surgical process.
What is a facelift and how does it work?
A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that lifts and tightens sagging facial skin and underlying tissues. It targets areas affected by aging, such as the cheeks, jawline, and neck, smoothing deep wrinkles and restoring natural facial contours. Facelift surgery can be combined with other procedures, like eyelid surgery or brow lifts, for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
How is a facelift performed and what technique is used?
Facelift techniques vary depending on your needs:
Standard (full) facelift: Incisions are placed near the hairline and around the ears, allowing the surgeon to reposition underlying tissues and remove excess skin for a comprehensive rejuvenation of the face and neck.
Mini facelift: Smaller incisions focus on the lower face and jawline, providing subtle, natural-looking lift with shorter recovery time.
Your surgeon will choose the most appropriate technique based on your anatomy, degree of facial aging, and personal goals to ensure natural, harmonious results.
Who is a good candidate for a Facelift?
Good candidates are adults experiencing visible signs of facial aging, including sagging skin, deep wrinkles, or loss of facial definition. Ideal candidates are in good overall health and have realistic expectations about the outcomes of facial rejuvenation surgery. During your consultation, our team evaluates your anatomy, skin quality, and goals to determine the best personalized approach.
What results can I expect from a facelift surgery?
How long does recovery take after a facelift?
Recovery varies by patient and the extent of the procedure. Most patients experience swelling and bruising for the first 1–2 weeks. Light activities can often resume within 1-2 weeks, while full recovery and final results appear gradually over the following months. Our team provides personalized post-operative care instructions to support a safe and smooth recovery.
Are facelift results permanent?
Facelift surgery provides long-lasting rejuvenation, but it cannot stop the natural aging process. Many patients maintain results for 8–10 years, depending on genetics, lifestyle, and skin care. Combining a facelift with other treatments, like non-surgical skin rejuvenation, can help prolong and enhance results.
What is a mini facelift and how does it differ from a traditional facelift?
A mini facelift is a less invasive surgical procedure that targets sagging in the lower face and jawline. Compared to a full facelift, it uses smaller incisions, offers quicker recovery, and provides subtle, natural-looking facial rejuvenation, making it ideal for patients with more mild to moderate signs of aging.
Who is a good candidate for a mini facelift?
Ideal candidates have mild sagging, jowls, or loss of jawline definition and want a refreshed appearance without the downtime of a full facelift. Patients should be in good overall health and have realistic expectations about the results and recovery of mini facelift surgery.
Is facelift surgery safe?
When performed by a board-certified surgical team in a fully accredited facility, facelift surgery is considered safe. Risks are minimized through thorough pre-operative assessment, expert surgical technique, and personalized post-operative care.