SMAS Lift

Helps tighten the face and improve its shape

What is SMASLift

SMASLift is a surgical procedure that can help with a face that is starting to sag with age. The procedure tightens the skin and the supporting tissue underneath so the face looks firmer.

What concerns can it address

• Facial skin that is starting to sag.
• A jawline that looks less defined.
• Lower cheeks that are starting to drop and make the jaw area look jowly.
• Smile lines that look deeper.
• Loose neck skin.

How does it work

• The doctor examines which parts of the face are sagging, the face shape, the skin condition, and which areas need improvement.
• The doctor tightens and repositions the tissue under the skin so the face shape looks better.
• Excess skin is tidied up so the face looks firmer but still natural.
• After the procedure, the doctor closes the wound in a suitable way.

Who is it for

• Mild to severe sagging of the face or neck.
• Jowls around the jaw or a jawline that is becoming less defined.
• Tissue in the cheeks and lower face that is starting to drop.
• Wanting a more visible tightening result than non-surgical treatments.
• A health condition that allows surgery.

Understanding the benefits, risks, and recovery time, and having expectations that match the condition of the face.

Note: the doctor decides whether this procedure is suitable and safe after a direct examination.

How long is the procedure and recovery

Stage	Estimate	Notes
Procedure time	About 3-4 hours	Time can differ depending on the technique and the area treated.
Early recovery	Days 1-7	Swelling, bruising, a tight feeling, mild to moderate pain, or temporary numbness can occur.
Returning to activity	Weeks 2 – 4	Some patients can gradually return to normal activity.
Swelling keeps going down	Months 1-3	The face shape starts to look clearer and discomfort eases.
Results become more visible	Months 3-6 or more	The tissue keeps settling and the result becomes clearer. Recovery time can differ for each patient.

Does it need to be combined with other treatments

Treatment	Supporting benefit	When it is done
Face Contour with HA	Helps correct hollow areas or define certain parts of the face.	3-6 months after surgery or once recovery is complete
GLOSKIN Laser	Helps even out skin tone and smooth the skin.	Done after the wound has healed and the doctor confirms it is safe.
Skinbooster / Skin Quality Treatment	Hydrates and improves skin quality.	After recovery and once the doctor confirms the condition is safe.
Botox Cosmetic	Addresses expression lines that are still visible.	After recovery is complete and based on the doctor’s evaluation.

What is discussed in a consultation at GLOSKIN

In the consultation, the doctor examines the condition of the face and discusses several things:

• Which parts of the face are starting to sag and how visible the change is.
• What causes the change in face shape, for example loose skin, changes in facial fat, or a combination of factors.
• Whether SMASLift suits the patient’s condition and needs.
• If SMASLift is suitable, what the surgical plan is and which parts of the face need to be treated.
• Whether the neck area also needs to be treated.
• Whether any parts of the face look more hollow and need separate treatment.
• Preparation before surgery and care afterward.
• The estimated recovery time, the risks that may occur, and the results to expect.