Facelift Surgery (Rhytidectomy) in Bangkok, Thailand

What Is Facelift Surgery?

A facelift, also known as rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure designed to address visible signs of aging on the face and neck. It can target loose skin, sagging jowls, and deep wrinkles, leaving you with a refreshed and more youthful appearance.

We perform facelift and neck lift surgeries at Nirunda Clinic in Bangkok, Thailand. Schedule an appointment with our surgeon to discuss all the aspects of your facelift, including expected results, recovery time, and the cost of such a procedure in Thailand.

Am I A Candidate For Facelift Surgery?

Facelifts are most commonly performed on patients in the 40-60 age range. However, the procedure can also produce good results for candidates in their 60s, 70s, and 80s. You may be a good candidate for facelift surgery if you have any of the following:

• A deep line that runs from the corner of your nose to the corner of your mouth, known as the “nasolabial fold.”
• Loss of a well-defined jawline or deep wrinkles in the cheeks and sagging skin near the cheekbones, known as jowls.
• Loose skin, wrinkles, or excess fatty tissue in the neck.

After a face and neck lift, patients should see a significant improvement in the forehead, temporal area, anterior (mid-face), and lower face and neck.

What is a Neck Lift?

The neck is particularly delicate; with time, its skin can lose elasticity and accumulate fat. This results in the “turkey neck,” vertical banding, or fatty jowls that blur the distinct line between the jaw and neck. A neck lift, also called cervicoplasty or platysmaplasty, can address these concerns.

Like the facelift, a neck lift elevates and redrapes the skin of the neck and tightens the underlying muscle (the platysma muscle). If necessary, excess fat in the area is removed as well. The procedure aims to restore a smoother, firmer, and more defined neckline.

The neck lift also helps to tighten the skin of the face. The overall effect of a face and neck lift is a reduction of wrinkles, sagging, and jowls and a youthful-looking appearance.

Am I A Candidate For Neck Lift Surgery?

• Here are some signs you might be a good candidate:
• Noticeable loose skin or sagging in the neck area
• Visible platysmal bands (cords) in the neck
• Feeling self-conscious about your neck appearance

Remember - a board-certified surgeon can assess your individual needs and determine if a neck lift is the right option for you.

Neck Lift Procedure in Thailand

During neck lift surgery, incisions are typically made around and behind the ear and under the chin, depending on the extent of the procedure. The surgeon will then access the underlying platysma muscle and neck structure. Loose neck muscles are tightened and stitched together, excess skin is trimmed, and in some cases, liposuction is performed to remove fat.

The process for a full face and neck lift surgery at our clinic in Bangkok, Thailand, typically involves several steps.

First, you'll have a consultation with our board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your goals and desired results. They will assess your facial structure, skin elasticity, and overall health to determine your suitability. During the surgery itself, performed under anesthesia, the surgeon will make strategic incisions along the hairline, temples, and around the ears, carefully concealed within the natural contours of your face. Underlying tissues and muscles are then tightened and lifted, while excess skin is removed. Finally, the remaining skin is meticulously redraped and secured, creating a smoother, more youthful appearance.

How to Prepare For The Surgery?

A successful face and neck lift procedure starts well before surgery. Here's what you can expect:

• Detailed discussion: During your consultation with our board-certified surgeons, you'll discuss your desired outcomes, suitability for the procedure, and the facelift process in detail.
• Preparation checklist: Your surgeon will provide a personalized checklist outlining pre-operative steps, including lab tests and any necessary adjustments to your current medications.
• Smoking: Smoking restricts blood flow and hinders healing. Quitting smoking well in advance (as directed by your doctor) is crucial for a smooth recovery.
• Medication adjustments: Certain medications, like aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs, can increase bleeding. Your doctor will advise you on necessary adjustments to your current medication.
• Healthy lifestyle: Maintaining a balanced diet and staying well-hydrated optimizes your body's healing ability.
• Support system: Arrange for a trusted friend or family member to drive you home after surgery and assist you during the first 24 hours.

Results And Follow-up

Following your surgery, here's what you can expect:

• You will be prescribed medication to manage post-surgical discomfort. Be sure to communicate any severe pain to your surgeon.
• Temporary numbness around the surgical area is normal. This should gradually improve within 2-4 months.
• For the first few days, you must rest on your back with your head elevated to minimize swelling.
• Apply cold compresses to your face as directed by your surgeon to help reduce swelling and discomfort.
• Avoid strenuous activity and heavy lifting for at least two weeks, following your surgeon's specific guidance on gradually resuming daily activities.
• Attend scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor healing and ensure the best outcome.

Cost of A Full Face And Neck Lift in Thailand

The cost of a full facelift and neck lift surgery in Thailand can be surprisingly affordable. At Nirunda Clinic in Bangkok, rhytidectomy surgery starts at THB 150,000. We offer an online evaluation to provide a complete summary of the total cost and issue a quotation via email. Alternatively, you can schedule an appointment to visit our clinic for a consultation and examination.

Meet with a surgeon at Nirunda Clinic to discuss all aspects of your face and neck lift, including expected results, recovery time, and the overall cost.

We are also happy to answer any questions about the range of treatments offered at Nirunda Clinic, some of which are explained below. 

1. Breakdown of a Full-Face Lift vs. a Mini Facelift

For those unsure whether they need a full-face lift, we'll offer the details of what a full-face lift vs. a mini-face lift entails so you have a clearer picture of the benefits of each procedure. Nirunda Clinic offers both full facelifts and mini facelifts. 

Full Face Lift

A full facelift in Thailand addresses the cheekbones, nasolabial folds (folds beside the nose), and jawline and smooths the neck skin. It essentially combines a facelift with a neck lift. The procedure starts with an incision from behind the ear, wrapping around underneath the ear and finishing at the front of the ear.

The surgeon separates the skin from the muscles and tissue underneath and pulls the skin tight across the face and upwards towards the ears, cuts off the excess skin, and sutures the incision closed while maintaining the tightness.

Mini Face Lift

The mini facelift addresses only the lower half of the face. The incision is typically shorter than that of a full-face lift and may not wrap as high around the ear. Mini facelifts are used to address jowls and sagging neck skin. They typically don't address nasolabial folds beside the ears.

Older individuals typically request full facelifts, while younger people who want to remove jowls and loose neck skin that make them look older than their years are increasingly requesting mini facelifts.

2. Innovative Facelift Techniques

Nirunda Clinic also offers modern alternatives to the traditional facelift, including endoscopic facelifts, thread lifts and laser assisted facelifts. These types of treatments may offer shorter recovery times. Discover what each of these treatments offers and entails.

Endoscopic Facelifts

Endoscopic facelifts are a minimally invasive procedure that use an endoscope with a small camera and tiny incisions above the hairline to lift and tighten skin. The small incisions offer faster recovery and are nearly invisible.

Thread Lifts

Thread lifts are another minimally invasive procedure designed to lift and tighten skin on the face and neck. The technique uses dissolvable threads with tiny barbs to lift and tighten skin. The threads are inserted into the skin and left to dissolve completely, leaving only the desired effects of the procedure.   

Laser-Assisted Facelifts

Laser technology is being used in cosmetic surgery. The focused light of a laser is used to heat the deeper layers of the skin and naturally tighten the skin, stimulating collagen production as a byproduct of the treatment.

3. Explanation of the SMAS Layer and Deep Plane Face Lift

Every facelift and neck lift involves the SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System), a fibrous layer of tissue just beneath the skin and subcutaneous fat on the face and neck. The SMAS is an important factor in facial aging and crucial for providing facial mobility and expressions. Understanding the SMAS is essential to explaining the surgical procedures of facelifts.  

A deep plane facelift is a type of facelift procedure in which the SMAS is lifted and repositioned to tighten the jawline, cheekbones, and neck. The incision starts on a line from the back of the jawline near the ear up to the corner of the eye, enabling the surgeon to reach the deep plane tissue underneath the SMAS. This type of facelift is surgically challenging but can offer dramatic results. Deep plane facelifts are available at Nirunda Clinic in Bangkok.

4. Facelifts for Different Age Groups

Nirunda Clinic can customize facelifts and recommend a specific type for different age groups. Certain types of facelifts address patients' changing needs as they age. 

30s and 40s

Mini facelifts, as discussed earlier, are popular with younger people in their 30s and 40s. These patients concerned with the aging impression that jowls and loose neck skin present.   

40s and 50s

People in their late forties and fifties tend to favor a full facelift. They want to reduce the nasolabial folds that make them look older, sharpen the jawline, and smooth out the neck skin.

60s and 70s

These are the ages when a deep plane facelift may offer the most dramatic improvement in appearance. The deep plane facelift addresses deep wrinkles, severe skin laxity, and skin volume loss.