A surgical facelift is designed to improve loose skin, jowls and reduced definition around the lower face and jawline. By carefully repositioning facial tissues and removing excess skin where appropriate, the procedure can create a smoother and more balanced facial appearance.
At Harley Street Clinic Surrey, based in Reigate, facelift procedures are carried out by doctors and specialist surgeons within our CQC-registered aesthetic and cosmetic clinic. Every treatment plan is based on your facial anatomy, the changes you would like to address and the level of correction that may be suitable for you.
From £3,500
1-2 hours for surgery, additional treatments may vary
14 Days
Local /General Anaesthesia
10+ Years
A surgical facelift, medically known as a rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic procedure used to lift and reposition loose or descended facial tissues.
The procedure usually focuses on the lower and middle areas of the face. It addresses jowls, loose skin around the jawline and reduced definition between the face and neck.
Depending on the surgical approach, the surgeon may reposition deeper supporting tissues, remove excess skin and carefully redrape the skin over the adjusted facial contours. The aim is not simply to pull the skin tightly, but to create a result that looks balanced and appropriate for the patient’s natural features.
A facelift can be performed as an individual procedure or combined with other facial surgeries when several areas need to be addressed. This may include eyelid surgery, brow lift surgery, facial fat transfer or a neck lift.
Your surgeon will explain which areas can realistically be improved by facelift surgery and whether another procedure may be more appropriate for a particular concern.
Facial ageing affects every person differently. Genetics, sun exposure, skin quality, weight changes and the natural movement of facial tissues can all influence how the face changes over time.
A facelift addresses these changes around the lower face and jawline, with the surgical approach tailored to their extent.
A facelift does not automatically treat every sign of facial ageing. It is not primarily designed to improve skin texture, pigmentation, fine surface lines, drooping brows or excess eyelid skin.
Patients with concerns around the eyes may be more suited to eyelid surgery or blepharoplasty. A surgical brow lift may be considered when the position of the brow is contributing to heaviness around the upper face.
Volume loss may also require a different approach. In selected cases, facial fat transfer can be used to restore volume rather than lift loose skin.
During your consultation, the surgeon will assess the full face rather than looking at one concern in isolation. This allows the recommended treatment plan to remain balanced and proportionate.
Loose or sagging skin around the lower face
Jowls along the jawline
Reduced definition between the face and neck
Descending facial tissue
Deep folds around the mouth and lower face
Changes in facial contour following weight loss
Loose skin extending towards the upper neck
There is no single facelift procedure that is suitable for every patient. The appropriate technique depends on the areas affected, the degree of skin and tissue laxity and the result you hope to achieve.
At Harley Street Clinic Surrey, your consultation will focus on selecting the most appropriate level of surgery rather than recommending a standard procedure to everyone.
| Full Facelift | Mini Facelift | Short Scar Facelift |
|---|---|---|
| More comprehensive correction | More targeted correction | A limited incision approach |
| Best suited to patients with more established facial laxity | Designed for earlier or more localised signs of ageing | Suitable for selected patients with mild to moderate laxity |
| Can address the middle and lower face, jawline and potentially the neck | Primarily focuses on the lower face and jawline | Primarily focuses on the lower face and jawline |
| Targets more extensive jowling, loose facial skin and reduced jawline definition | Targets mild to moderate jowling, early jawline laxity and smaller amounts of loose skin | Uses a more limited incision pattern than some traditional facelift procedures |
| Appropriate where a greater level of correction is required | Appropriate where a more limited level of correction is suitable | Suitability depends on skin quality, tissue position, the amount of loose skin and the correction required |
| Often recommended where a mini or short scar facelift would not provide sufficient improvement | Not generally suitable for more advanced facial or neck laxity | A shorter incision does not mean scars will be invisible or that the procedure is suitable for everyone |
Your consultation is an important part of the facelift process. It allows you to discuss your concerns, understand the available options and receive information that is specific to you.
Before surgery, the planned treatment areas and incision positions will be reviewed. The appropriate anaesthetic will then be administered according to the agreed surgical plan.
The surgeon will carefully separate the relevant tissues and may reposition the deeper supporting layers of the face. Excess skin can then be removed, and the remaining skin redraped over the adjusted facial contours.
Recovery is an important part of a facelift surgery. Swelling and bruising typically take 1-2 weeks to subside, with full results taking up to a few months to become fully visible.
Harley Street Clinic Surrey is a CQC-registered aesthetic and cosmetic clinic based in Reigate.
Every surgical treatment is planned and carried out by doctors and specialist surgeons within a clinical environment that prioritises patient safety and appropriate medical care.
Our approach includes:
Facelift surgery is a significant personal and medical decision. Our role is to provide clear information, assess whether surgery is appropriate and help you understand every stage of the process.
We do not believe that every patient needs the same procedure. Your treatment plan will be based on the areas that concern you and the level of surgery that can reasonably address them.
All treatments are performed by fully qualified and experienced medical practitioners.
Fully regulated We are regulated by the Care Quality Commission
We will follow up with you and take care of any questions you may have prior and post treatment.
Our doctors are on the General Medical Council's specialist register.
We only use MHRA-approved, market-leading products for all our treatments.
Facelift surgery at Harley Street Clinic Surrey is performed by experienced consultant surgeons, including Mr Ian Morgan, Dr Abdul and Professor Ertan. Each surgeon brings their own expertise and approach to facial rejuvenation, allowing your treatment plan to be tailored to your facial anatomy, concerns and desired outcome.
Consultant Plastic, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Aesthetic Surgeon
Consultant Plastic, Aesthetic & Reconstructive Surgeon
Harley Street Clinic Surrey is located in central Reigate, welcoming surgical patients from across Surrey, Sussex, South London and the wider South East.
The clinic is conveniently positioned for patients travelling from areas including Redhill, Epsom, Banstead, Sutton, Croydon, Oxted, Cobham, Leatherhead, Dorking, Guildford, Woking, Crawley, East Grinstead, Horsham, Tunbridge Wells and Sevenoaks.
Use the map below to find the clinic and plan your journey.
Facelift scars are commonly positioned around natural creases near the ears and hairline.
The exact location and length depend on the type of facelift and the surgical technique used. A short scar facelift usually involves a more limited incision pattern than a full facelift.
Some facelift procedures may improve the jawline and selected areas of the upper neck. However, more significant loose skin, muscle banding or tissue laxity in the neck may require a dedicated neck lift.
Patients with concerns affecting both areas can learn more about a deep plane neck lift and discuss whether combined treatment may be appropriate.
Some facelift procedures may be performed using local anaesthetic, sedation or general anaesthetic.
The most appropriate option depends on the type and extent of surgery, your medical history and the surgeon’s recommendation.
The right procedure depends on the position of the facial tissues, the amount of loose skin, your skin quality and the areas you want to improve.
A consultation and facial assessment are required before the surgeon can recommend a procedure.
Facelift results vary between patients. The procedure can create a lasting improvement in facial contours, but it cannot stop the natural ageing process.
Skin quality, genetics, lifestyle, sun exposure and weight changes can all influence how the face changes after surgery.
Your surgeon can explain the likely result and long-term expectations based on your anatomy and proposed treatment.
Facelift procedures start from £3,500.
Following your consultation and medical assessment, you will receive a personalised quotation explaining the proposed treatment and what is included in the cost.
