A facelift works by tightening loose, drooping and saggy skin of the face. The most effective and enduring facelifts, like the Concept™ Facelift, also lift and tighten the facial tissues and muscle under the skin to achieve attractive and lasting results.

In addition to tightening and lifting the skin, facelift revision surgery also treats problems from previous facial surgery. Facelift revision can improve the appearance of visible scars, correct asymmetry, even your skin tone, and help correct an unnatural or unacceptable cosmetic result from previous facial procedures. However, corrective surgery can be complex, requiring several combined or staged procedures, sometimes under general anaesthetic. 

The team of surgeons at Bella Vou will carefully assess your face, discuss your concerns and treatment goals, and tailor surgery to address your concerns. They will always provide an impartial, professional opinion and explain the results you can realistically expect from surgery.

The time to wait before having a revision facelift will depend on why you need the procedure. If you are unhappy with the results of previous facial surgery, you should seek surgery at an earlier stage. However, it's essential to let the wounds heal to make the final results apparent before undergoing revision surgery. The cosmetic surgeons at Bella Vou usually recommend waiting at least 12 months before having revision surgery to get the best results. 

A successful facelift will lift, smooth and rejuvenate the face for many years. You should expect a sustained improvement in the appearance of your jowls, nasolabial, and marionette lines for five to ten years after surgery. At this stage, you should still look younger than you would have without surgery. Lifts that include SMAS tightening, such as Bella Vou’s Concept™ Facelift, lift the face’s underlying structure to provide more lasting results. You may need revision facelift surgery around ten years after your initial procedure.

Before a revision facelift, you may have developed fine lines, wrinkles, skin sagging, or reduced jawline definition. Continuing ageing and sun exposure can damage your skin, causing deep lines and creases that can make you look tired and grumpy.

After a revision facelift, your skin will be smoother, the cheeks will be lifted, and the jawline tauter and more defined. The Concept™ Facelift treats the signs of ageing to give a fresh, natural look. Following surgery, you should notice that you look well and refreshed, but it should not be evident that you have had a revision facelift.

If you have had previously problematic facial surgery, you may have visible scarring, uneven skin texture, a too tight or lop-sided appearance, or ear lobes that look stretched and deformed. Bella Vou tailor your facelift revision surgery to treat your specific problems and achieve your goals for a naturally rejuvenated appearance.

If you have had previous facial surgery, recovery after a revision facelift can be longer, and swelling can take more time to resolve. You may not see the full effects of surgery for 18 months after surgery. The team at Bella Vou will be on hand around the clock to provide guidance, support and answer your questions.

You can help your recovery by:

• Stopping smoking: Smoking impedes wound healing 
• Eating a healthy, balanced diet
• Choosing soft foods and soups for the first few days to reduce pain and wound stretching
• Resting gives your body time to recover. Avoid strenuous exercise and heavy lifting for around six weeks, or as advised by your surgeon
• Keep the wound clean to prevent infection. Don’t apply any creams, lotions or make-up until the Bella Vou team gives you the go-ahead
• Reduce swelling by sleeping on 1-2 extra pillows and applying regular cold compresses
• The wounds may ooze or bleed a little. Wear a dark top to travel home, and use the pillow cover provided by Bella Vou to protect your bedding

Five-star facelift revision reviews from previous patients are Bella Vou's best advertisement. Many clients come following personal recommendations or because they have been satisfied with another surgical procedure at the clinic. One patient who had facelift revision at Bella Vou said: 

‘Amir helped me beyond my expectations; his commitment to his profession and to achieving the best possible result for each individual patient is at a level that even the top surgeons in the US cannot achieve. I live in Miami and am surrounded by cosmetic surgeons, yet none come close to Amir’s level of expertise, knowledge, empathy and compassion for his patients.’

You can read more patient reviews here.

All surgery has risks; complications of the Concept™ Facelift are uncommon. The highly skilled and experienced plastic surgeons at Bella Vou work to minimise risks and support your healthy recovery. As revision facelift surgery is typically more complex than traditional facelift surgery, the procedure can take longer, and recovery can be slower.

The team at Bella Vou will provide detailed advice on aftercare and recovery. The complications of facelift revision include:

• Wound infection
• Wound break down
• Bruising, haematoma and bleeding from the wound
• Scarring and scar contraction
• Hair loss at the incision site
• Dissatisfaction with your appearance after surgery
• Pixie ear deformity

Revision facelift surgery is more complex than a first facelift. Your previous operation will leave scars and change your natural anatomy. The results of revision facelift surgery are highly dependent on the skills and experience of your surgeon. The surgeons at Bella Vou have advanced training and are registered with prestigious aesthetics and cosmetic surgery associations, like the UK Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (UKAAPS.)  

The surgeons at Bella Vou are experienced in corrective surgery to resolve problems following botched procedures at other healthcare providers. They can also perform the revolutionary Concept™ Facelift under local anaesthetic to lift your cheeks, smooth your skin, remove jowls and restore jawline definition for a natural and youthful appearance.

Bella Vou provides bespoke facelift revision using surgical techniques and treatments to treat your concerns and achieve the very best results. These can include: 

• Concept™ Facelift
• Vaser liposculpture
• Renuvion skin tightening
• Dermal fillers
• Scar excision and revision
• Buccal Fat Removal
• Fat Transfer
• Skin resurfacing

Bella Vou offers clients a uniquely individual approach to cosmetic surgery. The state-of-the-art clinic provides the very latest surgical, cosmetic, and aesthetic treatments in a chic, comfortable, and welcoming environment in the heart of the beautiful historic town of Royal Tunbridge Wells.

We are dedicated to providing satisfaction, the highest standards of care, and a very personal touch throughout the client's journey. The highly-skilled, professional staff are passionate about helping people achieve the results they want, but also making their experience enjoyable, stress, and hassle-free.

We offer competitively priced packages of care, with no hidden extras. The clinic is confident in the skills and professionalism of the staff and provides a benefit warranty to provide patients with peace of mind. If there is a problem or complication, the client will be looked after throughout, without any extra bills or charges.

Bella Vou combines cutting-edge treatment and clinical excellence with the luxury, comfort, and discretion of a spa and the hospitality of a five-star hotel.