Full-Face Lift

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Who is the candidate?
How long should I stay in Malaysia for Full facelift surgery?
How is surgery performed?
Will anesthesia be used?
What is the post-surgical care?
How will the scar looks?
What are the possible risks and complications?

Who is the candidate?

Full facelift is recommended for people above 40 years old who have signs of aging by removing excess fat and tightening underlying muscles. Full facelift will help restore the skin of your face and neck.  Full facelift includes mid-face lift, forehead lift, and neck lift.



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How long should I stay in Malaysia for Full facelift surgery?

A patient should stay in Malaysia at least 10-14 days to complete a whole process. On an arrival day in Malaysia, a patient should stay in a hotel to relax from a long flight and have a surgery on the following day. Full facelift will require 4 night stays in the hospital. Post operative check up and stitches removal will be done 7-10 days after the surgery.



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How is surgery performed?

Full facelift will be done under General Anesthesia and takes 3-4 hours average.
The incision of full facelift will begin above the hairline at the temple area, brought in front of the ear and looping behind the ear lobe and along the lower scalp. In full face lift the neck and face will be tightened altogether. The exact placement of incisions is determined upon the actual examination of facial structure. The patient may opt to do chin liposuction to enhance the result.



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Will anesthesia be used?

Yes, full facelift is performed under General Anesthesia.



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What is the post-surgical care?

After the surgery, a patient will have to use cold compress for 2 days and avoid lying with the cheeks in contact with bed or pillow for 1 month to prevent hematoma formation. Some numbness may persist for 3-6 months. The patient should avoid any strenuous activities for at least 4-6 weeks following surgery.  This will give the body ample time to adjust as it continues on the healing process.



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How will the scar looks?

Scars are usually hidden by hairline or in the natural creases of face and ears. They will fade and scarcely be visible.



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What are the possible risks and complications?

The possible main risks are swelling, bruising, bleeding, infection, scarring and numbness, or change in sensation. Following the surgeon’s advice will reduce risks and complications.

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