Facts about the facelift
| Duration of treatment | Approx. 2 - 4 hours |
|---|---|
| Anesthesia | Twilight sleep or general anesthesia |
| Hospitalization | 1 - 2 days if necessary |
| Aftercare | Cooling, resting, sleeping with the upper body elevated |
| Sociability | After approx. 2 weeks |
| Sports | After approx. 4 weeks |
Over the years, the natural ageing process leaves its mark on the skin on our face: it loses elasticity, wrinkles appear and the tissue can sag. A facelift in Stuttgart offers the opportunity to counteract these changes.
Dr. Lars Schumacher has been a specialist in natural-looking facelifts for over 20 years and performs this procedure with particular care to help you achieve a younger, refreshed appearance. The preservation of your natural appearance is a particular focus.
Your advantages of a facelift with Dr. Lars Schumacher in Stuttgart
- Expert in natural facelifts with over 20 years of experience
- Customized surgical techniques for optimal results
- Regular check-ups for optimal healing
- Available by telephone in emergencies
- Precise incision for scars that are as inconspicuous as possible
- Cost calculation is transparent & customized
What is a facelift?
A facelift is a surgical procedure to tighten the face and neck. The aim is to smooth wrinkles, lift sagging areas and define the contours of the face. Not only the skin but also the underlying tissue (SMAS) is tightened in order to achieve a long-lasting and natural result. The facelift is one of the established procedures in plastic and aesthetic surgery and is regularly performed in Dr. Schumacher's practice in Stuttgart. The result is a rejuvenated appearance that still retains the natural facial expressions and expressiveness of the face.
Methods of facelift surgery in Stuttgart
Various methods are available for a facelift in Stuttgart, which are selected according to the patient's individual needs and circumstances. Two main procedures are used in Dr. Schumacher's practice in Stuttgart:
Multi-layered tightening of the skin
Multi-layer tightening, in which not only the skin but also deeper tissue is tightened, offers the advantage that the result lasts longer. This method makes it possible to harmonize the face as a whole and at the same time achieve a very natural result. One disadvantage of this method is that it is somewhat more complex and requires a longer recovery time.
SMAS method
The SMAS (Superficial Musculo-Aponeurotic System) facelift focuses on tightening the deeper layers of tissue and is particularly effective in achieving long-lasting and natural-looking results. This method minimizes the risk of a mask-like appearance and has the advantage that it models the facial contours very precisely. The procedure requires the highest level of professional expertise and should only be performed by an experienced specialist. Dr. Schumacher has many years of experience with the SMAS method, so you are in the best hands with us.
Who is a facelift in Stuttgart suitable for?
A facelift is suitable for people who suffer from the signs of ageing, such as deep wrinkles, sagging facial areas or a drooping neck. Patients should be in good general health and have realistic expectations of the results. A facelift is particularly useful when non-surgical methods such as fillers or Botox no longer provide the desired results.
Dr. Schumacher will advise you individually in his practice in Stuttgart and provide you with comprehensive information about the possibilities and limitations of a facelift.
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How does a facelift operation in Stuttgart work?
Before the actual facelift surgery, a detailed consultation takes place in Stuttgart in which Dr. Schumacher discusses your wishes and expectations. Your face will be examined in detail to determine the best possible treatment method. You will also be informed about the procedure, possible risks and aftercare. Depending on the type of facelift, it may be necessary to avoid certain medications such as blood thinners and to use special skin care products beforehand.
The facelift in Stuttgart is performed under twilight sleep or general anesthesia to offer you maximum comfort. Dr. Schumacher makes incisions in inconspicuous areas, such as the hairline or behind the ears. The skin and underlying tissue are then tightened, excess skin is removed and the incisions are finely sutured. This process ensures that the facial contours appear tightened and rejuvenated without the face losing its natural expressiveness.
After a facelift, it is important to monitor the healing process closely. Dr. Schumacher places particular emphasis on careful aftercare. It is recommended that the upper body is elevated for the time being and that the treated areas are regularly cooled to minimize swelling. In the first few weeks after the facelift, you should avoid physical exertion and visits to the sauna and solarium. Regular check-ups at Dr. Schumacher's practice in Stuttgart ensure that the healing process proceeds without complications.
What are the risks of facelift surgery?
Like any surgical procedure, a facelift in Stuttgart also involves certain risks. These include possible infections, post-operative bleeding, wound healing disorders and, in rare cases, nerve damage. Dr. Schumacher specializes in gentle, minimally invasive techniques that significantly minimize the risk of such complications. However, it is important that patients are aware of the possible risks and discuss them with their surgeon.
How much does a facelift cost in Stuttgart?
The cost of a facelift in Stuttgart depends on the patient's individual circumstances and wishes. After a detailed consultation, Dr. Schumacher will draw up a detailed treatment plan tailored to your needs. This plan also includes a transparent cost breakdown.
Frequently asked questions about the facelift in Stuttgart
The results of a facelift can usually remain visible for several years. As the natural ageing process continues, new changes may occur after a few years.
Full recovery after a facelift in Stuttgart can take several weeks. However, light activities can be resumed after just a few days.
The duration of a facelift in Stuttgart is between two and four hours, depending on the extent of the operation.
Only very inconspicuous scars usually remain after a facelift, as the incisions are made in strategically favorable locations. Dr. Schumacher also uses scar-saving techniques to minimize the visibility of the scars.
A facelift in Stuttgart is usually performed under general anesthesia. After the procedure, the pain is usually well tolerated. Many patients often report a slight feeling of tension and numbness, but this subsides on its own after a few weeks. In addition, the face may be swollen after the procedure and bruising and redness may occur. These can be concealed with make-up a few days after the operation and disappear on their own after around ten days at the latest.
The effect of the facelift is visible immediately after the procedure. However, the final results only become apparent once swelling and bruising have completely subsided.
After a facelift, you will be socially acceptable again after around two weeks and can carry out office activities. However, you should avoid intensive physical activity for about six weeks.
A facelift can be repeated up to three times. After that, it becomes increasingly difficult to tighten the facial skin further. If you decide to have a repeat facelift in Stuttgart, you generally do not need to worry about additional scars. If possible, the incisions are made precisely in the same places where the incisions were made for the previous facelift.
No, thanks to Dr. Schumacher's many years of experience and the use of state-of-the-art surgical techniques tailored to your individual circumstances and needs, he is able to achieve particularly natural results with a facelift.
There is no specific age limit for a facelift. Experience has shown that most operations are performed on patients aged 50 and over. With a surgical facelift, we achieve a lasting stabilization of the tissue as well as a tightening that significantly delays the further process of skin aging. Dr. Schumacher will be happy to advise you in a personal consultation as to whether a facelift is the right method for your expectations and circumstances.
Reviewed by Dr. med. Lars Schumacher
The information presented on this page has been personally reviewed by Dr. med. Lars Schumacher and is based on the highest standards in medicine.
Dr. med. Lars Schumacher is a specialist in Plastic and Aesthetic Surgery. Since 1997, he has performed several thousand aesthetic procedures.
Contact
Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery Stuttgart
Dr. Lars Schumacher
Filderbahnplatz 25
70567 Stuttgart
0711 - 975 730 65
info@dr-lars-schumacher.de
Affiliated Clinic: Atos Clinic Stuttgart
Office hours
Monday: 8.30 a.m. - 4.00 p.m. (by telephone only!))
Tuesday: 09.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Wednesday: 09.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Thursday: 09.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Friday: 09.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m.
Location Mannheim
Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery Mannheim
Dr. Lars Schumacher
Augustaanlage 22
68165 Mannheim
0621 863 932 63
info@dr-lars-schumacher.de
Affiliated Clinic: Franklin Clinic Mannheim
