Facelift

Name: Facelift
Brand: SOMA
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A facelift at The Standard of Modern Aesthetics (SOMA) is a surgical procedure designed to reposition facial tissue, restore definition, and create a more balanced, natural-looking contour of the lower face and neck.

Restore Definition Without Changing Who You Are

At The Standard of Modern Aesthetics (SOMA), a facelift is performed with a focus on restoring structure rather than altering appearance. The goal is to reposition underlying tissue, reduce visible signs of aging, and refine facial contours while preserving your natural expression. Each procedure is carefully tailored to your anatomy to ensure results that feel consistent, balanced, and long-lasting.

Schedule your consultation with SOMA to explore a personalized approach to facelift surgery.

What Is a Facelift?

A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that lifts and repositions the deeper layers of the face to improve sagging, restore contour, and reduce the appearance of aging in the lower face and jawline.

Rather than simply tightening the skin, modern facelift techniques focus on adjusting the underlying structures that contribute to facial aging. This allows for more natural, durable results. At SOMA, facelift surgery is approached with precision and restraint, ensuring that the outcome enhances your appearance without creating an overcorrected or artificial look.

Benefits of a Facelift

A facelift can provide meaningful improvements in facial structure and overall appearance when performed with careful planning.

Restores definition along the jawline and lower face.
Reduces sagging and deep folds around the cheeks and mouth.
Creates a more refreshed and structured appearance.
Provides long-lasting results that evolve naturally over time.
Improves overall facial contour and balance.

What a Facelift Can Address

Facial aging affects multiple layers of the face, and a facelift is designed to address these changes in a comprehensive way.

Sagging in the Lower Face

Over time, the cheeks and lower face can lose structural support, leading to sagging and heaviness. A facelift repositions these tissues to restore a more defined contour.

Deep Folds and Lines

Lines around the mouth and along the sides of the face, often referred to as nasolabial folds and marionette lines, can become more pronounced with age. A facelift softens these areas by lifting and repositioning tissue.

Jawline Definition

Loss of definition along the jawline is a common concern. A facelift helps refine this area, creating a smoother transition between the face and neck.

Your Consultation

Your consultation at SOMA is designed to be detailed and individualized, focusing on your facial structure and long-term goals. You will meet with a board-certified surgeon who will evaluate skin quality, tissue position, and overall facial balance. This includes assessing how the lower face relates to the neck, cheeks, and other features. This process allows for a clear treatment plan that prioritizes natural results and long-term stability.

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Who Is a Good Candidate for a Facelift?

A facelift is ideal for individuals who are experiencing visible sagging, loss of definition, or structural changes in the lower face and jawline. Candidates are typically in good overall health and have realistic expectations about the outcome.

Those seeking a more defined and refreshed appearance, rather than a dramatic transformation, often benefit most from this procedure. Patients who want long-lasting improvement beyond what non-surgical treatments can achieve are often strong candidates.

What to Expect During Your Facelift Procedure

A facelift is performed under general anesthesia or sedation as an outpatient surgical procedure.

Tissue Repositioning

The procedure focuses on lifting and repositioning the deeper layers of the face rather than simply tightening the skin. This creates a more natural and durable result.

Incision Placement

Incisions are typically placed along the hairline and around the ears, allowing access to underlying structures while keeping scars discreet.

Contour Refinement

Excess skin is carefully adjusted, and the face is reshaped to restore definition and balance. Attention is given to symmetry and smooth transitions between treated areas.

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Facelift Recovery

Recovery after a facelift is gradual, with most patients returning to normal routines within a few weeks. In the initial phase, swelling, bruising, and mild to moderate discomfort are common. These symptoms improve steadily with proper care and guidance from the SOMA team. Most individuals resume light activities within one to two weeks, while full recovery continues over several weeks.

Long-Term Results

As swelling subsides, the face appears more defined and refreshed. Results are long-lasting, with improvements that remain visible for many years. SOMA emphasizes ongoing follow-up care to ensure proper healing and consistent outcomes.

Facelift vs. Non-Surgical Treatments

Non-surgical treatments can provide temporary improvement, but they do not address the underlying structural changes associated with aging.

A facelift offers a more comprehensive solution by repositioning tissue and restoring contour. At SOMA, non-surgical treatments may still play a role in maintaining results, but surgery is often the most effective option for more advanced changes.

Combining a Facelift With Other Procedures

A facelift is often combined with additional procedures to achieve a more complete result. Common combinations include eyelid surgery, brow lift, or neck lift, depending on the areas of concern. These procedures are planned together to ensure that all aspects of the face remain balanced. Because SOMA operates within an integrated care model, treatments are coordinated to create a cohesive outcome.

Why Choose SOMA?

SOMA offers facelift procedures within a medically integrated, surgeon-led environment focused on precision and natural results. Board-certified providers bring advanced experience in facial surgery, ensuring that each plan is tailored to the individual's anatomy and goals. With a collaborative approach and consistent follow-up, patients receive thoughtful, high-quality care from consultation through recovery. Contact SOMA today to begin a personalized, expert-led approach to restoring facial definition and balance.

Facelift Frequently Asked Questions

Will a facelift make me look different?

A facelift is designed to restore a more refreshed version of your appearance, not change your identity. The goal is to improve contour and definition while preserving your natural features.

How long do facelift results last?

Facelift results are long-lasting, often for many years, though natural aging will continue. Many patients maintain their results with supportive treatments over time.

Is a facelift painful?

Most patients experience mild to moderate discomfort in the early stages of recovery, which improves steadily with proper care. Swelling and tightness are more common than significant pain.

Will there be visible scars after a facelift?

Incisions are placed along natural contours such as the hairline and around the ears, making them difficult to detect once healed. Scars typically fade significantly over time.

When can I return to normal activities?

Most patients return to light activities within one to two weeks, while more strenuous activities should be avoided for several weeks to allow proper healing.