As you age, changes in the elasticity, tone and thickness of your skin become more noticeable.

A reduction in the fullness of the cheeks is often associated with the development of jowls. An accumulation of fat in the neck, plus lax skin, gives the neck a loose appearance. A face/neck lift will reduce the signs of aging in your face and neck.

Anyone who wants to reduce the visible signs of aging in their face and neck. A facelift will reduce the signs of aging and make you look younger. Fullness will be restored to your cheeks and your jowls will be reduced. Your neck line will be tightened giving a more youthful look. There is no strict age limit but most facelifts are performed on people aged between 40 and 65. Aging changes can be partially reversed but the aging process will continue. It’s like winding the clock back 10-15 years and restarting it.

As you age, changes in the elasticity, tone and thickness of your skin become more noticeable.

A reduction in the fullness of the cheeks is often associated with the development of jowls. An accumulation of fat in the neck, plus lax skin, gives the neck a loose appearance. A face/neck lift will reduce the signs of aging in your face and neck.

Anyone who wants to reduce the visible signs of aging in their face and neck. A facelift will reduce the signs of aging and make you look younger. Fullness will be restored to your cheeks and your jowls will be reduced. Your neck line will be tightened giving a more youthful look. There is no strict age limit but most facelifts are performed on people aged between 40 and 65. Aging changes can be partially reversed but the aging process will continue. It’s like winding the clock back 10-15 years and restarting it.

Dr Broadhurst will review your past medical history including any previous facial or neck operations and any medications you may be taking.

A thorough clinical examination of your forehead, brow, eyes, face and neck will be performed. This will allow Dr Broadhurst to determine what factors are causing the aged appearance. It’s only after this examination that an assessment can be made about whether a face/neck lift is the best option for you.

If so, Dr Broadhurst will then discuss in detail your wishes and expectations and how these can best be met with surgery.

The operation will then be explained to you including what you should expect after surgery.

A further consultation will be scheduled to ensure you completely understand the procedure and to give you a chance to ask any further questions.

Dr Broadhurst will review your past medical history including any previous facial or neck operations and any medications you may be taking.

A thorough clinical examination of your forehead, brow, eyes, face and neck will be performed. This will allow Dr Broadhurst to determine what factors are causing the aged appearance. It’s only after this examination that an assessment can be made about whether a face/neck lift is the best option for you.

If so, Dr Broadhurst will then discuss in detail your wishes and expectations and how these can best be met with surgery.

The operation will then be explained to you including what you should expect after surgery.

A further consultation will be scheduled to ensure you completely understand the procedure and to give you a chance to ask any further questions.

A date for your operation will be chosen and you will be provided with an information package that will include everything you need to know including operation day and time, where to go, what to bring, diet restrictions and related items.

A date for your operation will be chosen and you will be provided with an information package that will include everything you need to know including operation day and time, where to go, what to bring, diet restrictions and related items.

Face/neck lifts are generally performed under general anaesthetic as a day surgery procedure.

After arriving at the hospital there will be some paperwork that must be completed including admission forms.

You will meet your anaesthetist who will discuss the details of your general anaesthetic and your options for pain relief following your operation.

Dr Broadhurst will see you to answer any final questions before the surgery. He will then draw markings on your face and neck where the incisions will take place.

After completing the pre-operative formalities you will be taken to the operating theatre.

Face/neck lifts are generally performed under general anaesthetic as a day surgery procedure.

After arriving at the hospital there will be some paperwork that must be completed including admission forms.

You will meet your anaesthetist who will discuss the details of your general anaesthetic and your options for pain relief following your operation.

Dr Broadhurst will see you to answer any final questions before the surgery. He will then draw markings on your face and neck where the incisions will take place.

After completing the pre-operative formalities you will be taken to the operating theatre.

Incisions are made from the temple (either in the hair or just on the hairline) down in front of the ear, around the back of the ear and into the hair behind the ear. The majority of this incision will be concealed but not all of it will be totally hidden.

A further incision under your chin will be needed to make the necessary improvements to your neck.
The skin is elevated and this gives access to the deeper layers of the face. This is where most of the lifting takes place. The SMAS (deeper layer of connective tissue and muscle) is lifted and tightened restoring fullness to your cheeks, reducing jowl formation and tightening your neck.

Excess fat is then removed from the neck and the neck muscles are tightened. The final step is to remove the excess skin. This is done in a conservative manner because if too much skin is removed your face will look tight and un-natural. It is important to realise that the underlying structures of your face will be lifted and this is the most important part of a face/neck lift.

Some skin is excised but the overall quality of your skin will change very little. Other treatments will be needed if you want to change the quality of your skin. These include laser resurfacing or chemical peels. The incisions will be closed with very fine stitches and two small plastic drain tubes will be used to remove any fluid that may accumulate in the immediate area after the operation.

The operation itself will take four to six hours and once completed your anaesthetist will wake you.

After surgery you will be taken to the recovery room where you will be closely observed by our experienced nursing staff. They will take care of you until you are fully awake and ensure that you are comfortable.

You will be allowed to go home once you have fully recovered from your general anaesthetic which is usually three hours after the operation is completed.

After your operation it is very important that you remain in the care of a responsible adult who will stay with you overnight.

Your anaesthetist will prescribe pain killers for you to take in the days following your surgery. There will be mild to moderate discomfort following your operation and it is advisable that you take it easy for the first week. An appointment will be made for you to see Dr Broadhurst two days after your operation to remove the drain tubes and a further three days later to remove your stitches.

Incisions are made from the temple (either in the hair or just on the hairline) down in front of the ear, around the back of the ear and into the hair behind the ear. The majority of this incision will be concealed but not all of it will be totally hidden.

A further incision under your chin will be needed to make the necessary improvements to your neck.
The skin is elevated and this gives access to the deeper layers of the face. This is where most of the lifting takes place. The SMAS (deeper layer of connective tissue and muscle) is lifted and tightened restoring fullness to your cheeks, reducing jowl formation and tightening your neck.

Excess fat is then removed from the neck and the neck muscles are tightened. The final step is to remove the excess skin. This is done in a conservative manner because if too much skin is removed your face will look tight and un-natural. It is important to realise that the underlying structures of your face will be lifted and this is the most important part of a face/neck lift.

Some skin is excised but the overall quality of your skin will change very little. Other treatments will be needed if you want to change the quality of your skin. These include laser resurfacing or chemical peels. The incisions will be closed with very fine stitches and two small plastic drain tubes will be used to remove any fluid that may accumulate in the immediate area after the operation.

The operation itself will take four to six hours and once completed your anaesthetist will wake you.

After surgery you will be taken to the recovery room where you will be closely observed by our experienced nursing staff. They will take care of you until you are fully awake and ensure that you are comfortable.

You will be allowed to go home once you have fully recovered from your general anaesthetic which is usually three hours after the operation is completed.

After your operation it is very important that you remain in the care of a responsible adult who will stay with you overnight.

Your anaesthetist will prescribe pain killers for you to take in the days following your surgery. There will be mild to moderate discomfort following your operation and it is advisable that you take it easy for the first week. An appointment will be made for you to see Dr Broadhurst two days after your operation to remove the drain tubes and a further three days later to remove your stitches.

An appointment will be made with Dr Broadhurst five days after your operation. He will see you again after six weeks and then three, six and 12 months. Extra appointments can be made at any time.

An appointment will be made with Dr Broadhurst five days after your operation. He will see you again after six weeks and then three, six and 12 months. Extra appointments can be made at any time.

There are risks involved with any operation and these are related to the anaesthetic and the operation itself. If you are fit and healthy then the risk of complications is generally very low but Dr Broadhurst will discuss all risks with you prior to your face/neck lift.

There are risks involved with any operation and these are related to the anaesthetic and the operation itself. If you are fit and healthy then the risk of complications is generally very low but Dr Broadhurst will discuss all risks with you prior to your face/neck lift.