THE CERVICO-FACIAL LIFT: FACELIFT IN PARIS
The cervico-facial lift is a facial cosmetic surgery procedure designed to correct the visible effects of aging on the lower face and neck. It is one of the most effective treatments for restoring the facial contour and tightening sagging tissues, while maintaining a natural and harmonious result. In Paris, many patients choose this technique to regain a refreshed and rejuvenated appearance without altering their facial expressions.
- The cervico-facial lift corrects the sagging lower face and neck, by restoring the oval shape and firmness of tissues without freezing expressions.
- It is aimed at men and women over 45 presenting jowls, bitterness folds, double chin or jugal wrinkles.
- Produced under general anesthesia, it lasts approximately 2 hours with discreet incisions around the ear and a natural, long-lasting results.
- The intervention can be combined with blepharoplasty, a neck liposuction or a lipofilling.
- The recovery takes 2 to 3 weeks, the final result is assessed after 3 months.
- The price varies between 10,000 and €12,000 depending on complexity and complementary gestures.
WHO IS THE CERVICO-FACIAL LIFT INTENDED FOR?
With age, skin loses elasticity, muscles relax and facial volumes tend to migrate downwards. These modifications lead to the appearance of jowls, bitterness folds nasolabial folds and cheek wrinkles (jugal wrinkles). Cervico-Facial Lift corrects all these signs of aging by repositioning the tissues of the face and neck.
This procedure is particularly indicated for men and women, generally aged 45 and over, who suffer from moderate to severe skin laxity in the neck and lower face area.
Common signs prompting a consultation:
- Appearance of jowls altering the facial contour;
- Deepening of the nasolabial folds, between the nose and the mouth;
- Marionette lines at the corners of the mouth, giving a sad or tired appearance;
- Cheek wrinkles: pronounced wrinkles on the cheeks;
- Sagging and excess skin around the neck.
This facelift does not alter facial features, but restores tension to them, taking into account their original anatomy. The result is a rested, fresh appearance, without a frozen effect.
WHY CHOOSE A NECK LIFT IN PARIS?
Paris is a global reference in aesthetic surgery. Parisian plastic surgeons benefit from top-level training and access to the most advanced technologies. The cervico-facial lift in Paris guarantees a premium treatment, with the highest safety standards and personalized care.
What's more, a growing number of foreign patients come to Paris to benefit from French facelift expertise, attracted by the reputation of the surgeons and the quality of post-operative care.
HOW IS A NECK LIFT PERFORMED?
Pre-operative consultation
Two consultations are mandatory before any facelift procedure in Paris.
First consultation
- Medical history;
- Morphological examination of the face and neck;
- Manual power-up to simulate expected result;
- Precise explanation of the procedure, scar positioning and post-operative follow-up;
- Smoking cessation recommended at least one month before surgery.
Second consultation
- Taking medical photographs for post-operative follow-up;
- Final discussion of any associated procedures (eyelids, liposuction, injections);
- Signature of informed consent;
- Programming the intervention date.
The day of the operation
The patient is fasting. The facelift is performed under general anesthesia or in some cases, under potentiated local anesthesia.
Procedure :
- Duration: approximately 2 hours, longer if additional procedures are performed;
- Discreet incisions in the natural folds in front of and behind the ear;
- Tightening of the SMAS (Superficial Musculo-Aponeurotic System) for a deep and long-lasting result;
- Removal of excess skin and harmonious redraping.
A compressive dressing is applied at the end of the procedure. In some cases, drains are placed to prevent hematomas. The patient stays in the hospital for one night.
Other possible procedures
To optimize facial rejuvenation, facelifts can be combined with other procedures:
- Neck liposuction Removes excess submental fat; ;
- Blepharoplasty Eyelid surgery to correct bags and excess skin; ;
- Injection of hyaluronic acid to moisturize and plump via a lip injection for example ;
- Lipofilling (fat transfer) to restore volume in the cheek area or fill deep folds.
RECOVERY AND RESULTS AFTER THE FACELIFT
Immediate aftermath
- Removal of the dressing the day after surgery by the surgeon, often during a clinic visit;
- Frequent appearance of bruising and swelling on the face and neck, which usually resolve within 10 to 15 days;
- Prescription of a compressive garment (such as a chin strap) to be worn for a few days to optimize results;
- Moderate pain, calmed by conventional analgesics.
Follow-up consultations
With Dr. Jeremy Djian or another plastic surgeon in Paris, follow-ups are usually scheduled at :
- 1 week;
- 3 weeks;
- 3 months;
- 6 months post-operative. post-operative.
These appointments are used to monitor healing, answer patients' questions and evaluate aesthetic results.
RESULTS OF THE CERVICOFACIAL FACELIFT
The results of a cervicofacial facelift are progressive. It takes approximately 2 to 3 months to fully appreciate the final outcome, once the swelling has subsided.
Aesthetic benefits:
- Natural, long-lasting rejuvenation (10 to 15 years); ;
- Significant improvement of the facial contour;
- Firming of the neck, elimination of the double chin;
- Reduces wrinkles and deep creases.
The scar is almost invisible, hidden in natural folds and along the hairline. The result remains stable, provided a balanced lifestyle is maintained (no smoking, sun protection, healthy diet).
Face lift result before after 1 week.
PRICE OF A CERVICO-FACIAL LIFT IN PARIS
The cost of a cervicofacial facelift in Paris varies depending on the surgeon’s reputation, the complexity of the procedure, any additional procedures, and the chosen clinic.
For information :
- Facelift alone: from €10,000;
- With additional procedures: up to €12,000.
A personalized quote is provided after the consultations. This procedure is not reimbursed by Social Security, as it is considered cosmetic.
Deep Plane face lift after 3 weeks
Your Questions
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT FACELIFT SURGERY
WHAT IS A MINILIFT?
The minilift is a minimal cervicofacial facelift. Only the skin structures are tightened, without affecting the underlying muscles.
The procedure is shorter and can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation.
However, it is important to note that the minilift results in the same type of scars as a traditional cervicofacial facelift.
WHEN CAN I RETURN TO WORK?
Normal social activity can usually be resumed 1 to 2 weeks after surgery.
This allows time for potential bruising to fade and for the physiological swelling (edema) to subside.
ARE FOREHEAD LIFTS STILL PERFORMED?
With the increasing use of botulinum toxin (Botox) for the forehead, forehead lifts are now rarely indicated.
A complementary forehead treatment with Botox injections can be proposed during consultation. It can be combined with a classic cervicofacial facelift to achieve a harmonious facial rejuvenation.
WHERE ARE THE SCARS PLACED?
The scars are located along the edge of the crow’s feet and at the hairline. They extend toward the ear, passing behind the tragus, then behind the ear.
After complete healing, they are barely visible, if at all, as they are positioned within the natural folds of the face.
For optimal healing, it is essential not to smoke for 1 month before and 1 month after surgery.
WHAT IS THE COST OF A FACELIFT?
The cost of a facelift depends on the estimated operative time.
Accordingly, the duration may vary for each patient.
Additional procedures can also be performed at the same time: blepharoplasty, fat injections (lipofilling), lip augmentation with hyaluronic acid, etc.
Indicative prices are provided on the website under the Pricing page.
A facelift is considered a cosmetic procedure and is therefore not covered by Social Security.
I HAVE ALREADY HAD A FACELIFT, CAN I HAVE ANOTHER ONE?
It is possible to have a second facelift some time after the first. The main condition is that the tissues have loosened over time.
To ensure long-term results, a technique that tightens the facial muscles (superficial musculoaponeurotic system, SMAS) is preferred.
Once the facial muscles are retightened, another facelift should not be necessary.
IS A FACELIFT POSSIBLE FOR MEN?
Absolutely.
However, there are some subtleties related to facial hair and the hairline.
The scar placement is therefore not exactly the same as in women. Aside from this, the principle and results remain the same.
Dr. Jérémy Djian is a plastic surgeon based at 5 Square Thiers, near the Victor Hugo roundabout in Paris's 16th arrondissement.
He trained in Paris and remains affiliated with the hospital in the prestigious department headed by Prof. Laurent Lantieri.
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