Male Face Lift (Rhytidectomy)

Whether meeting in person or remotely, your consultation with Mr Olivier Amar provides a comprehensive discussion of your hoped for goals and treatment options. To get the most out of your consultation, we recommend reviewing information about your area of interest beforehand.

During your consultation, Mr Olivier Amar will listen to your desired outcomes and goals, conduct a thorough assessment, present appropriate treatment options and explain procedures in detail. This will include a step-by-step surgical process, required preparation, recovery timeline, scar placement and management, anaesthesia options, and potential risks and complications.

A consultation ensures you receive comprehensive information about all options, and understand both benefits and limitations of proposed procedures. You will have the opportunity to ask as many questions as you wish before you decide the next steps together, including the option to take no action.

Mr Olivier Amar specialises in facial rejuvenation procedures. As every face is unique and we all age in different ways, he will conduct a comprehensive facial assessment, carefully developing a tailored approach to help patients achieve subtle, natural rejuvenation, without the obvious signs of surgery.

Every surgical procedure, while performed with the utmost care and expertise, carries inherent risks. Mr Olivier Amar ensures all patients are fully informed about potential complications before proceeding with any treatment.

General surgical risks include post-operative infection, bleeding and haematoma formation, scarring and wound healing complications, and anaesthesia related complications. During your consultation, Mr Olivier Amar will provide detailed information about procedure specific risks, explain preventive measures and safety protocols, answer all questions about potential complications and provide you with all the information needed to make an informed decision.

All surgical procedures are teamwork between the surgeon and the patient. Just as a runner trains for a marathon, preparation is key for optimal recovery.

From the time you book the procedure ensure you maintain regular, gentle exercise, follow a balanced, nutritious diet, ensure adequate sleep and rest, and manage stress levels effectively. Alcohol consumption should be reduced and smoking stopped or minimised. If a patient feels prepared for surgery, they will arrive for their procedure feeling positive which in turn will reduce any anxiety and encourage stress free recovery.

The day before surgery, our dedicated pre-assessment nursing team will reconfirm your admission time, review fasting requirements, address any last minute questions and provide final preparation instructions.

Mini face lift surgery is performed under total intravenous anaesthesia (TIVA), a technique of anaesthesia which uses a combination of agents given exclusively via the intravenous route without the use of gas anaesthesia. This means you will sleep comfortably throughout the procedure and wake immediately afterwards with a significantly reduced likelihood of feeling groggy or nauseous. The anaesthesia will be explained to you by your Anaesthetist during the preoperative consultation.

Having surgery under total intravenous anaesthesia (TIVA) allows you to go home the same day to rest and recuperate. Alternatively, we are happy to arrange the procedure at a hospital with an overnight stay facility, organise a nurse to stay with you overnight, or assist with local accommodation arrangements. Mr Olivier Amar will discuss your anaesthesia options and aftercare support in detail during your consultation.

After surgery, you will experience bruising and swelling around the neck and chin area. To minimise swelling during the initial recovery period, keep your head elevated. When sleeping, use additional pillows to maintain this elevated position. Immediately after surgery you can expect mild pain and discomfort, which can be managed by a pain killer prescription, provided on the day of surgery by your anaesthetist, if required.

Most patients find that bruising and swelling subsides within two to three weeks after the procedure. You may experience a sensation of tightness, particularly behind the ears and around the neck – this is normal and typically resolves after around one month. Depending on the type of daily activities, you should be able to resume daily activities within 7-10 days and return to gentle exercise after approximately 3 weeks.

Immediately after surgery, Mr Olivier Amar will apply a bandage to your face and under your chin to minimise bruising and swelling. At your first post-operative appointment with the nurse, scheduled for the day after surgery, this initial bandage will be removed. You will return for post-operative appointments with the nurse at 7 days and 14 days. With stitches removed in two stages: front of ears removed after 7 days and back of ears removed after 14 days.

During your post-operative appointments, incision sites will be reviewed, stitches removed and initial healing will be assessed. A follow-up consultation with Mr Olivier Amar will be scheduled for six weeks after your surgery to assess your overall recovery.

It is your responsibility to attend all scheduled appointments. Failing to attend appointments or follow post-operative instructions may impact your results and final outcome. Regular monitoring ensures optimal healing progression and early detection of complications. Mr Olivier Amar will discuss the post-operative schedule in detail during your consultation.

Mini face lift scars will be almost completely hidden in the hairline or around the ears. Scar healing time varies, but most scars are red at first, change to purple, then fade to become paler over 12 months. As a leading London based cosmetic surgeon, Mr Olivier Amar specialises in advanced scar management and prevention techniques. Leading up to your surgery or as part of your post-surgical care, a scar management protocol may be initiated using steroid injections and silicone dressings. A treatment course of Aerolase Neo laser is recommended post-surgery.

The Aerolase Neo laser treatment offers significant benefits for scar improvement:

• Stimulates natural collagen production
• Reduces scar pigmentation
• Improves skin texture and appearance
• Softens scar tissue
• Promotes tissue remodelling
• Accelerates bruise healing

The initial results can be seen immediately after surgery, however, it can take a few weeks for swelling and bruising to fully subside. The result of mini face lift surgery can be best appreciated after 3-6 months.

Some patients opt to support their results with Aerolase Neo laser treatment for skin rejuvenation. The laser treatment stimulates natural collagen production, which is essential for improving skin firmness and elasticity, smoothing rough texture, reducing the appearance of fine lines and minimising enlarged pores. Typically, most patients see noticeable results after four treatments with enhanced clearance and quality of skin occurring after each subsequent treatment. It is also recommended that you commit to wearing sun protection daily and follow an at home skincare regimen.