SURGICAL AESTHETICS · FACE SURGERY

Facelift Istanbul: Rhytidectomy — Nişantaşı

Medically reviewed by: Op. Dr. Selman Taşkın· Updated:

“In facial rejuvenation I aim for a rested, not a 'pulled' look; by tightening the tissues in the right direction and in balance, I provide a natural result that looks like your own face.”

— Op. Dr. Selman Taşkın · Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery

Facelift surgery corrects sagging skin and deep facial lines associated with aging through SMAS lift, deep plane lift or mini facelift techniques. Experienced Team plans personalised, natural and long-lasting results.

Indications

Typical candidates for facelift surgery:

Jowl Sagging

Loss of jawline definition, jowl formation — lower face and jawline redefinition.

Deepening Nasolabial Folds

Pronounced nose-to-mouth lines — mid-face lift.

Marionette Lines

Deep lines from mouth corners to chin — combined SMAS lift.

Neck Sagging (Turkey Neck)

Platysmal banding and subcutaneous neck fat — platysmaplasty + neck lift.

Cheek Volume Loss

Mid-face volume restoration with fat grafting + lift combination.

Mini Facelift Candidates

Ages 40-50 with early sagging — limited incision, faster recovery.

Deep Plane Lift Candidates

Lift at deeper tissue plane — more natural result, longer-lasting effect.

Revision Lift

Planned approach for correction after previous lift surgery.

Surgical Process

Facelift journey at TSHEALTH is planned in 4 stages:

01

Consultation & Analysis

Facial analysis, skin elasticity assessment, photography, planning. 45-60 minutes.

02

Surgery (3-5 hours)

General anaesthesia. Hidden incisions in front of and behind the ears. SMAS tissue repositioning.

03

Recovery

Week 1: bandaged rest. Week 2: bruising resolves. Weeks 3-4: return to social life.

04

Final Result

Visible result at month 3. Full final result at 6-12 months. Scheduled post-op follow-ups.

Why TSHEALTH • Dental • Plastic Surgery • Medical Aesthetic • Hair Transplantation

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does facelift result last?
SMAS lift: 8-10 years, deep plane lift: 10-15 years longevity. Aging continues but you maintain a 10-year younger appearance.
What age is suitable?
Typical candidate: 45-65 years. Mini lift for 40-50, standard SMAS or deep plane for 50+.
Will scars be visible?
Incisions are hidden in front of the ear, inside the ear and along the hairline. They become almost invisible at 6-12 months.
How long is recovery?
Week 1: bandaged rest. Weeks 2-3: social return. Month 3: visible result. 6-12 months: final.
How does mini differ from full?
Mini lift: limited incision, lower face and jawline only. Full lift: upper-mid-lower face + neck. Mini recovers faster but has more limited effect.
What anaesthesia?
General anaesthesia is standard. Some mini lifts can be done with local + sedation.
Smoking restriction?
4 weeks before and 4 weeks after — absolutely no smoking. Critical for tissue healing.
Is neck lift separate?
Usually combined in the same operation. Face-only or neck-only lifts are also possible.
Facelift and all aesthetic and surgical procedures are planned and personally performed by Op. Dr. Selman Taşkın, Specialist in Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. A graduate of İstanbul University-Cerrahpaşa Faculty of Medicine with reconstructive microsurgery experience at Chang Gung Memorial Hospital (Taiwan), Dr. Taşkın's expertise is the foundation of safe, natural results.
Under general anaesthesia the sagging skin and loosened deeper tissues are repositioned and tightened and excess skin is removed; I plan the surgery personally to your facial structure.
There is swelling and bruising in the first week and stitches are usually removed at 1 week; you return to social life in 2–3 weeks and the result settles fully over a few months.
My aim is never a 'pulled' look; by tightening the tissues in the right direction and in balance I provide a rested, natural result that looks like your own face.
Incisions are hidden in the hairline and around the ear; the scars fade over time and become almost invisible between the hair and ear.
A facelift turns back the clock and the effect usually lasts 10 years or more; however, because the skin keeps ageing the process does not stop entirely.
The surgery is done under general anaesthesia with no pain; the tightness and tenderness afterwards are easily controlled with painkillers.
Yes; because the face and neck usually age together, correcting jowls and neck laxity in the same operation gives an integrated and natural result.
There is no fixed age requirement; anyone in suitable general health can be assessed once marked sagging of the skin and tissues begins, and we decide together at the examination.
Most patients return to social life within 2 weeks; mild scars that can be covered with make-up become inconspicuous within a few weeks.
People with marked sagging of the face and neck, in suitable general health and with realistic expectations, are the most suitable candidates; we confirm suitability at the examination.

Free Consultation — Facelift Istanbul

One-on-one consultation with Experienced Team. Facial analysis, technique selection, written 2026 pricing.

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