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A SMAS Facelift is a surgery that lifts and tightens the deeper layers of your face. This helps to refresh your look and reduce sagging skin. SMAS stands for a key layer just under your skin that shapes how firm and youthful your face looks.
SMAS Facelift Recovery Timeline
Recovery Duration: Recovery typically takes about 2 to 3 weeks. It's important to rest and let your body heal.
Stay in Turkey: Expect to stay in Turkey for about a week to make sure you're healing well and to go to any follow-up appointments.
Return to Work: You can usually go back to work in two weeks, depending on your job.
Return to Exercise: You can start light activities like walking soon after surgery, but hold off on more intense workouts for about a month.
Visibility of Final Results: The true outcome will be visible once the swelling settles, which might take a few months.
Activities to Avoid: Keep away from heavy lifting or intense activities that could strain your face for the first few weeks.
Post-Surgery Diet: Begin with soft foods or liquids and slowly add more solid foods as you feel up to it.
Your first meeting with the surgeon is a chance to talk about your expectations and learn what the surgery involves. Make sure to ask any questions you have.
To get ready, you’ll need to stop taking certain medicines and quit smoking. This helps your recovery go smoothly.
The doctor will make small cuts near your hairline and ears to reach the deeper layers of your face. They'll tighten these layers and remove any extra skin to help your face look more youthful.
You'll need to visit your doctor a few days after the surgery and possibly again a week later to check your healing progress and remove any stitches.
Many people are thrilled with their new look. Around 90% of patients report feeling more confident. If you take good care of yourself, these changes can last a long time.
People usually get the best results between 40 and 60 years old, but it's also effective for anyone with noticeable sagging.
The effects usually last around 10 to 15 years, but your lifestyle and genetics can influence this.
You won't feel any pain during the surgery because of anesthesia. Any discomfort afterwards is typically manageable with pain relief prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, it's common to have other facial procedures at the same time for a more complete transformation.
A SMAS Facelift goes deeper and offers longer-lasting results. A mini facelift is less extensive and has a quicker recovery.
Find a surgeon who specializes in facelifts and has a lot of experience. They should be willing to show you before-and-after photos of their previous work.
Some possible risks include scarring, infection, uneven results, and changes in skin sensation. However, these risks are minimal with a qualified surgeon.
Follow your surgeon’s instructions carefully. This might include fasting before the surgery and wearing loose, comfortable clothing on the day of the procedure.
