Meloplasty (Facelift) – Frequently Asked Questions

Performing a Meloplasty (Facelift) procedure involves making a number of choices, which is why Dr. Perkins believes that patient knowledge is important to obtaining the most successful surgical results.

Below are answers to some commonly asked questions regarding Facelift surgery at our Sydney practice, which also serves patients from Sutherland Shire, Wollongong, and other New South Wales locations.

If you have additional questions or concerns that are not answered below, please do not hesitate to contact our practice. Our knowledgeable staff members are more than willing to answer all of your questions.

How long does it take to recover from Meloplasty (Facelift) surgery?

Recovery from a facelift is usually quite quick in the sense of returning to good health. However, it may take two to three weeks for the bruising and swelling to settle down. Thus, patients should allow two to three weeks for time off work.

Will there be visible scarring after my Meloplasty (Facelift) procedure?

Many patients are concerned about the visibility of scars after undergoing facelift surgery at our Sydney practice, which also serves Sutherland Shire, Kogarah, the South Coast. Good planning and attention to detail is undertaken to minimise the visibility of any potential scarring.

Facelift scars are carefully created to be hidden in the hairline as well as behind the ear. There is usually little visible scarring following facelift surgery. Invariably, any facelifting technique will require an incision in front of the ear to some degree, but with meticulous surgical techniques and avoidance of tension around the scar line, a scar can usually be achieved in that area which is very difficult to notice after it has healed satisfactorily. Makeup, of course, can be applied to these areas while scars are fading.

How long does a facelift last?

Following facelift surgery at our Sydney and Sutherland Shire area practice, a patient is not frozen in time and any attempt to do so is fraught with danger. The idea of a facelift is to address some of the natural changes of aging but still look like one’s self. However, the idea behind facelift surgery is not to still look 40 when you turn 80. A good facelift will reverse some of the effects of aging on a permanent basis.

What are the risks involved with Meloplasty (Facelift) surgery?

A facelift is a surgical procedure and as such should be carried out by an appropriately qualified surgeon under ideal surgical circumstances. As with any surgical procedure, there are inherent risks. A facelift is generally considered a very safe procedure with minimal risks and complications. However, a detailed discussion of the risks is always required by the surgeon. A facelift, as it only involves the skin and subcutaneous fat, is generally not a particularly painful procedure, which is why it is so amenable to being done as a day only procedure.

Learn More about Meloplasty (Facelift) Surgery

Please contact our practice to schedule an initial facelift surgery consultation.