The quality of the skin has a strong effect on the final result of a facelift, so the skin is assessed carefully before surgery.
Sun damage and smoking both affect the plan. Skin care and skin treatments, such as medical skin care programmes, HydraFacial, chemical peels or fractional laser, can be recommended to add to the effect of the facelift.
A facelift repositions the tissues of the face, but it does not change the surface of the skin: fine lines, pigmentation and texture.
These are assessed at consultation, so that skin treatments can be included in your plan where they help.
Ultraviolet light and the dehydration that comes with sun exposure reduce the quality of the skin and make the face look older.
Smoking does similar damage, and reduces the production of collagen, so the skin loses elasticity.
Both are taken into account before a facelift, and you will be given advice on skin care to get the most from the operation.
Obagi Nu-Derm® is a prescription skin care programme, tailored to each person, which treats sun damage such as pigmentation and uneven texture.
Better skin quality helps the result of a facelift look fresher, for longer.
Learn more about Obagi Nu-Derm® SystemHydraFacial™ treatments cleanse, exfoliate and hydrate the skin of the face and neck.
Regular treatments help to keep the skin in good condition after surgery.
Learn more about HydraFacial™ treatmentAdvanced sun damage to the skin of the face and neck needs more than a facelift can provide. Chemical peels or fractional laser treatment improve the surface of the skin, and are usually done separately from the facelift.
Learn more about Fraxel® treatment
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