Cervicofacial Facelift
A cervicofacial facelift is a surgical rejuvenation procedure that lifts and tightens sagging skin and tissues of the face and neck to restore a more youthful and natural contour from the cheeks down to the jawline. It corrects jowls, neck laxity, and facial sagging.
How Does Surgery Work?
During a cervicofacial facelift, discreet incisions are placed near the hairline and around the ears. The underlying musculo-fascia layer is repositioned and tightened, excess skin is removed, and underlying tissues are restored to a firmer position without distorting natural facial expression. In some cases, liposuction of the neck can be included to refine contour. The procedure is performed under anesthetic with careful closure for minimal visible scarring.
Are You a Good Candidate?
You may be a good candidate if you notice sagging cheeks, jowls, or loss of jawline definition, and if aging changes in the face and neck make you appear tired or older than you feel. Good candidates are in general good health, with realistic expectations and a willingness to follow pre- and post-operative care instructions. A consultation with your surgeon determines the best approach and whether a traditional or mini facelift is appropriate.
Why Consider a Cervicofacial Facelift?
A cervicofacial facelift addresses the underlying causes of facial aging — including lax skin, tissue descent, and loss of definition in the neck and jawline. Unlike non-surgical treatments, it restores deeper structural support and contour, often resulting in a more natural, long-lasting rejuvenation that enhances your overall facial harmony while preserving expression.
Before and after Cervicofacial Facelift
Disclaimer: These photos are published for illustrative purposes only to provide information on the nature of the procedure. They do not constitute a guarantee of results.
Frequently Asked Questions
A mini facelift is a less extensive version that targets early sagging with shorter incisions and a shorter recovery, while a cervicofacial facelift provides a more comprehensive lift of the mid- and lower face and neck
The procedure generally takes 2–4 hours, depending on the extent of correction and whether additional techniques like neck liposuction are included.
Incisions are placed in natural creases near the ears and hairline so that scarring is well-concealed and typically fades over time.
Patients typically experience swelling and bruising for around 1–2 weeks, with many returning to normal light activity in that time. Full recovery and refinement of results continue over several months.
Facelift results can last many years, as excess skin and lax tissues are repositioned or removed, though natural aging continues.
Yes — the surgery is performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation, as chosen with your surgeon based on your needs.
Yes — a cervicofacial facelift can be combined with procedures like blepharoplasty, lipofilling, or laser resurfacing to enhance overall facial rejuvenation.
