Changing the Deepest Roots,
Leaving No Traces Behind

A.The only difference is the length of the skin incision. The sub-SMAS dissection is performed to the same extent as a full facelift, meaning the lifting principle and its fundamentals are identical. The shorter incision reduces the burden of scarring, recovery time, and cost, making it a cost-effective option for patients who prioritise these factors.

A.The decision is based on the distribution of laxity. If nasolabial folds or anterior cheek sagging are relatively pronounced while the neck remains in reasonably good condition, a mini facelift with a shorter upper incision is appropriate. Conversely, if there is noticeable neck and jawline sagging — such as a 'turkey neck' — a Mini Neck Lift with a shorter lower incision is the better choice. During your consultation, the starting point and distribution of laxity will be assessed to guide a tailored decision.

A.Yes, and it is in fact an excellent indication. Patients who begin to experience cheek or anterior cheek laxity at a comparatively young age following facial contouring surgery tend to have relatively little neck sagging. In these cases, a mini facelift with only the upper incision shortened can adequately address the facial laxity.

A.Yes, a Mini Neck Lift can address this. Depending on the degree of laxity, incision, dissection, and lifting alone may be sufficient; if the neck sagging is more pronounced, a platysma plication can be performed simultaneously to achieve a smooth, defined jawline. During your consultation, the depth of neck laxity will be evaluated to determine whether an additional procedure is necessary.

A.Within the targeted area, the essence of the result is the same. Because the SMAS dissection is of equivalent scope, the lifting strength and durability are comparable to a full facelift. However, if significant laxity affects the entire face and neck, a shorter incision may not be sufficient to fully address all areas — in which case, a full facelift would be recommended.

A.The shorter incision and reduced closure area means recovery is generally faster than a full facelift. Major swelling subsides within 1–2 weeks and sutures are removed on day 7. A return to everyday activities is typically possible within 1–2 weeks, with residual swelling and the final natural result settling over 1–2 months.

A.For the Upper Mini, incisions are designed along the natural contour in front of the ear and within the hairline. For the Lower Mini (Mini Neck Lift), incisions follow the hairline behind the ear. Because the incisions themselves are short and concealed within the ear's natural contours and the hair, they are rarely noticeable after recovery.

A.The two are in an entirely different category. Thread lifting is a non-surgical treatment that does not directly address the SMAS layer, with results lasting approximately 6 months to 2 years. A mini facelift, however, directly dissects and fixates the SMAS layer — the incision is simply shorter — resulting in effects that last on average around 10 years. Where sagging is pronounced and significant skin laxity is present, thread lifting has inherent limitations, making the mini facelift a fundamental solution.