Facial rejuvenation is designed to help you look refreshed, rested, and more like yourself — not changed. As we age, natural processes such as skin laxity, volume loss, and tissue descent alter facial shape and definition. These changes can make the face appear tired or heavy, even when you feel well. Modern facial rejuvenation focuses on restoring balance and structure using refined surgical techniques that achieve natural, long-lasting results.
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Face Rejuvenation
The Procedure
What Is Facial Rejuvenation?
Facial rejuvenation refers to a range of surgical procedures that address visible signs of ageing in the face and neck. Rather than simply tightening the skin, contemporary approaches reposition deeper facial tissues and restore lost volume, allowing for a more natural and harmonious outcome.
Facial rejuvenation can help improve:
- Jowls and loss of jawline definition
- Loose or banded neck skin
- Drooping brows or heavy eyelids
- Hollowing of the cheeks, temples, or under-eye area
- Deep facial lines and folds
Treatment is always tailored to individual anatomy and personal goals.
Common Procedures
Facial rejuvenation often involves a combination of procedures for balanced results, including:
- Facelift
• Repositions deeper facial structures
• Improves jawline definition
• Softens jowls and restores cheek contour - Neck Lift
• Tightens loose skin and muscle bands
• Reduces fullness beneath the chin
• Refines the neck and jawline profile - Brow Lift
• Elevates a low or heavy brow
• Opens the eye area
• Softens forehead and frown lines - Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
• Removes excess upper eyelid skin
• Reduces under-eye bags or puffiness
• Improves a tired or shadowed appearance - Fat Grafting / Volume Restoration
• Uses your own fat to restore volume
• Treats hollow cheeks, temples, and under-eye areas
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may be a good candidate if:
- You feel your appearance looks older or more tired than you feel
- You notice sagging, heaviness, or volume loss in the face or neck
- Non-surgical treatments no longer provide sufficient improvement
- You are in good general health
- You have realistic expectations about outcomes
Age alone is not the deciding factor — facial anatomy and skin quality are more important.
Consultation Process
The consultation process is personalised and thorough. It includes:
- Discussion of your concerns and aesthetic goals
- Assessment of facial structure, skin quality, and volume loss
- Review of medical history and suitability for surgery
- Clinical photography and, where appropriate, imaging
Development of a tailored treatment plan with clear explanations of procedures, recovery, and expected results
Recovery and Downtime
Recovery depends on the procedures performed, but generally:
- Most patients are mobile the day after surgery
- Bruising and swelling peak during the first 1–2 weeks
- Many patients return to social activities after 2–3 weeks
- Temporary tightness, firmness, or numbness is common and improves with healing
- Detailed aftercare instructions and follow-up appointments support recovery
Risks and Benefits
Benefits include:
- A refreshed, rested appearance
- Improved facial balance and definition
- Natural-looking, long-lasting results
- Increased confidence and self-esteem
Risks may include:
- Bruising and swelling
- Infection or bleeding
- Scarring or asymmetry
- Damage to nerves
- Temporary numbness or tightness
- Rarely, the need for revision surgery
- General anaesthetic risks
Careful planning and experienced surgical care help minimise risks.
Results and Longevity
Facial rejuvenation does not stop the ageing process, but it resets it. Results are long-lasting and natural, allowing you to continue ageing gracefully from a more youthful baseline. Good skincare, sun protection, and a healthy lifestyle help maintain outcomes over time.
Meet The Clinical Team
Behind every successful outcome is a dedicated team. Meet the clinical team whose expertise and compassion make LCU world-renowned.
Plastic & Craniofacial Surgeon
Professor David Dunaway
Bringing decades of experience in complex Craniofacial and reconstructive surgery.
Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon
Professor Owase Jeelani
Professor Owase Jeelani is a Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon and has worked at Great Ormand Street Hospital for Children (GOSH) part...
Senior Consultant
Mr Tim Lloyd
Mr Lloyd is the Senior Consultant Craniofacial, Oral and Maxillofacial surgeon at the Eastman Dental Hospital and was appointed at...
Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon
Mr Zubair Tahir
Mr Zubair Tahir is an experienced Consultant Paediatric Neurosurgeon, who is passionate about delivering the highest quality care to all children....
Surgical Lead in Neuro-Oncology
Mr Kristian Aquilina
Mr Kristian Aquilina is the surgical lead for the neuro-oncology department at Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children since 2012....
Consultant Plastic, Craniofacial & Aesthetic Surgeon
Mr Graeme Glass
Graeme Glass PhD, FRCS(Plast) MBA is a London trained, internationally respected consultant plastic, craniofacial and aesthetic surgeon.
Consultant Psychiatrist
Dr Justin Shute
Dr Justin Shute is a Consultant Liaison Psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience working within Orthognathic and Craniofacial teams....






