Due to the current Corona Virus Crisis, the Private Hospitals and Clinics from where I normally consult have been closed and we are only able to see urgent patients. I apologise for the inconvenience.
If there is anything that you wish to discuss with me, then could you please contact Debbie my private secretary on 07502036457 or at debbiewood147@gmail.com, with your contact details and I will telephone you with advice and if it is necessary I will make arrangements to see you at the nearest private hospital to you.
No-one knows exactly how long this situation is going to continue, but one would estimate it will probably be between three and six months before we get back to normal. I look forward to seeing you at that time and wish you and your families all the very best.
Neil McLean
Facelift surgery is a procedure aimed at reducing the effects of aging through the repositioning of the skin and muscles around the face and neck area. The procedure is generally the preference of those who wish to remove wrinkles which appear as the skin ages. This may result in the patient looking younger, whilst also offering a solution to those who feel unsatisfied with the appearance of looser skin, and less defined facial structures.
When considering face lift surgery there are a number of variations of which to consider. The choice of procedure may well be affected by factors such as the degree of correction necessary, the facial structure of the patient and the preferences of the consultant.
The surgeon will initially make an incision within the hairline just above the ear and follows the incision around the ear. This is the preferred incision point as it is well concealed after surgery. The skin is separated from the underlying tissue and the excess fat and skin is then trimmed and removed before the skin and deeper structures are tightened and repositioned back in place. The resulting affect is a more youthful appearance to the face.
A variety of face lifting operations are available, including the Endotine lift, the MACS lift and the standard face and neck lifting procedure.
Preparation
Before under going facelift surgery consideration and preparation are vital elements. Those who are considering the procedure should clearly outline their targets, and openly discuss this with their consultant. Those who are considering the procedure should be aware of the risks and complications that can arise, as well as the practical changes that are needed prior to surgery. Patients are required to stop taking medication which alters the blood viscosity; including aspirin, birth control and hormone correction. In preparation of surgery it is also highly recommended that patients avoid smoking, to aid recovery and give better wound healing.
After the operation
Following the surgery, a support dressing is applied to the face in order to reduce the risk of haematoma in the wound and a small drain will be removed at 24 hours. The patient will then spend around one hour in recovery post surgery whilst checks on bleeding are maintained. The patient then returns to the ward for a two night stay.
Once home it is recommended that the patient rests in an upright position whilst avoiding movement in the neck. Those who choose to under go the procedure are restricted to a liquid diet and encouraged to apply ice packs to reduce swelling.
Patients are prescribed with antibiotics for several days and can expect the remaining stitches to be removed within five to seven days. It would be normal for a full recovery to take in excess of two weeks.
Recovering from facelift surgery
For the large majority of adults who under go facelift surgery, the results will are very successful with no negative consequences encountered. Despite this, the potential for complications remain, as is the case for almost all surgical procedures.
Risks and complications
By nature, all medical procedures carry an element of risk. While the majority of patients do not experience any complication during our facelift procedures, before embarking on any medical procedure, it is advisable to consult fully with the McLean Academy so that our qualified staff can suitably discuss any risk or concerns that your procedure may pose.
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The McLean Academy
Neil R. McLean ( MD FRCS )
Telephone: 07502036457
Email: debbiewood147@gmail.com