Facelift — Surgical & Non-Surgical, Lahore
Board-certified. Deep plane option. Results that last over a decade.
Facelift surgery restores a more youthful facial appearance by addressing sagging skin, deep folds, and jowls. It can be performed alone or combined with neck lift, blepharoplasty, or fat grafting for a more comprehensive result.
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What is a facelift?
A facelift is a surgical or non-surgical procedure that reduces wrinkles and rhytides across the face, especially the cheeks, nasolabial folds, and jowls. Surgical facelift works by removing excess skin and tightening the underlying muscle layer (the SMAS), shifting a square, sagging facial shape back toward a triangular, more youthful contour. Compared to non-surgical anti-aging treatments, a facelift offers the most durable results.
Who is a good candidate?
- Visible sagging skin, jowls, or deep nasolabial folds
- Facial skin with reasonable elasticity (skin quality affects healing and results)
- Non-surgical treatments (fillers, threads, HIFU) no longer give the lift you want
- Good general health with no uncontrolled medical conditions
- Realistic expectations about a facelift restoring a youthful look for your age, not permanently stopping aging
Facelifts are typically most effective for patients from their mid-40s onward, though the right age varies by individual skin condition and goals. Non-surgical options are often better suited to earlier, milder signs of aging.
Types of facelift
Mini Facelift
Lifting with a minimal or short incision, sometimes called a MACS lift (minimally invasive craniofacial suspension).
Full (Traditional) Facelift
Addresses more extensive sagging across the face and neck.
Face & Neck Lift
Combined procedure for comprehensive rejuvenation.
Deep Plane Facelift
A more advanced technique lifting a deeper layer of facial tissue, offering greater longevity than a traditional facelift.
Liquid Facelift
Non-surgical — fillers and fat grafting.
Vampire (PRP) Facelift
Non-surgical, PRP-based rejuvenation.
Thread Lift
Non-surgical lifting using dissolvable threads.
Laser Facelift / HIFU
Non-surgical, increasingly popular for its short downtime.
Facelift cost in Lahore, Pakistan
| Procedure | Market Range (Lahore) | Our Clinic Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mini facelift | From PKR 180,000 | From PKR 150,000 |
| Full facelift | PKR 350,000 – 500,000 | From PKR 250,000 |
| Deep plane facelift | ~PKR 500,000 | From PKR 300,000 |
| Necklift + double chin liposuction | PKR 200,000 | PKR 165,000 |
| Non-surgical facelift | PKR 30,000 – 60,000 | From PKR 30,000 |
| Vampire (PRP) facelift, per session | PKR 45,000 | PKR 25,000 – 35,000 |
Final pricing depends on the specific technique and whether it’s combined with neck lift, liposuction, or fat grafting — confirmed during consultation.
The facelift procedure
- Duration: 3–4 hours, depending on whether it’s a mini or full facelift
- Anaesthesia: Typically performed under local anaesthesia with or without sedation
- Recovery: Quick recovery within 2 weeks. Dressing is kept on for 5 days, with stitches removed on day 5. Painkillers usually needed for 2–3 days
- Non-surgical procedures: Take 30–45 minutes, no incisions, stitches, or dressing needed, downtime of just 1–2 days
Risks & side effects
- Swelling of the face, which may last 1–2 weeks
- Haematoma (small collection of blood under the skin)
- Bruising or redness, especially with non-surgical procedures
- Infection (uncommon, but possible with any surgical incision)
- Temporary numbness or altered sensation along incision lines
- Asymmetry, which can occur with any facial procedure and is discussed during consultation
Why patients choose this surgeon
- Will this actually last, or fade in a year?
- Surgical facelift results typically last over 10 years; deep plane facelift offers even greater longevity — a genuinely different result from non-surgical options, which are offered honestly as a shorter-lasting alternative, not oversold as equivalent.
- Am I overpaying, or is this good value?
- Full facelift from PKR 250,000 here versus PKR 350,000–500,000 general Lahore market rate, and $3,000–15,000 internationally.
- What if I’m not ready for surgery yet?
- Genuine non-surgical options (HIFU, threads, PRP, fillers) are offered as real alternatives for earlier signs of aging, not just an upsell path to surgery.
See The Results First
Facelift before & after
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Facelift questions patients ask first
How much does a facelift cost in Lahore?
Mini facelift starts from PKR 150,000, and full facelift from PKR 250,000 at our clinic — both below the general Lahore market range. Deep plane facelift starts from PKR 300,000, and non-surgical options range from PKR 30,000–60,000.
Can a facelift be combined with other procedures?
Yes — commonly combined with neck lift, blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), fat grafting, or neck liposuction for a more complete facial rejuvenation.
What’s the difference between a facelift and a non-surgical option like HIFU or threads?
Surgical facelift removes excess skin and tightens the underlying muscle layer for results that last over a decade. Non-surgical options like HIFU, threads, or fillers offer improvement with little downtime but need to be repeated periodically, typically lasting months rather than years.
How long is recovery after a facelift?
Recovery is relatively quick — dressing stays on for 5 days, stitches are removed on day 5, and most patients recover within 2 weeks. Non-surgical facelift options have a downtime of just 1–2 days.
Is a facelift painful?
Most patients need painkillers for only 2–3 days after surgery. The procedure itself is performed under local anaesthesia with or without sedation, so no pain is felt during surgery.
How long do facelift results last?
A surgical facelift typically lasts more than 10 years. A deep plane facelift offers even greater longevity due to the deeper tissue plane addressed. Non-surgical options like threads or HIFU last months rather than years and need repeat treatments.
What’s the difference between a mini and full facelift?
A mini facelift uses a shorter incision to lift lower-face sagging with quicker recovery, while a full (traditional) facelift addresses more extensive sagging across the face and neck for a more comprehensive result.
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