What is a One-hour Facelift?

A "one hour facelift" is purely a marketing term. Usually a "one hour facelift" gives you only a one hour result. Nobody can do a facelift in one hour and do it well and with any degree of accuracy or predictable results!

Some doctors are marketing a "one hour face lift" as a lunchtime procedure, sometimes done using a local anesthetic.  Results will vary from doctor to doctor. However, only so much can be accomplished in an hour. So, if you have minimal aging and you have seen pictures of the doctor’s results, it could be a good choice. Some doctors do procedures such as this in their offices because they can’t get hospital privileges, so be sure your doctor has privileges at a respected hospital to do the procedure you are interested in.  Most surgeons require 2 to 3 hours to perform a traditional facelift.  As a board-certified plastic surgeon, I could do a minor facelift in 1 hour, but it would involve less lifting, and lead to a less-satisfactory result.

Thank you for your question. One hour facelifts are good for short term results however having an actual Facelift where the SMAS muscle is tightened will give you greater longevity and is better in terms of money as although it is more expensive it will not require you to have more procedures in the short term, unlike the one hour facelift.Most of my patients want a facelift however do not want the downtime associated.  The Concept Facelift is the procedure I perform, which combines the latest surgical techniques with the use of local anaesthetic to dramatically reduce the risks associated with traditional facelifts, while significantly reducing the bruising and downtime of your recovery, from months to a matter of days. 
If you have lax facial skin, lost volume and feel that you have jowls and wrinkles on your cheeks and you look tired when you're not then the concept facelift can help improve your appearance. With concept facelift you will look natural and fresh just like the way you feel inside. There are no bandages, drains and hospital stay but with lasting results of traditional facelift techniques it fits with today's age.
This can be combined with Lower eyebag surgery which is performed under local anaesthetic as well.  Typically recovery period is 7-10 days as you do tend to bruise more with your eyes than facelift and necklift.  You would need to return for a follow up appointment 7 days later to have the suture taken out of your eyes, but not face as these are all dissolvable sutures. 
What are the benefits of a local anaesthetic facelift?
Minimally invasive as it is a short scar facelift, although has the same effects as the Traditional Facelift as the SMAS muscle is tightened along with the skin.There is minimal bruising and swelling, especially when compared to traditional faceliftsAs the procedure is performed under local anaesthetic, you can go straight home following the procedureFull recovery in a matter of days rather than monthsSignificantly less risk than Facelifts performed under general anaestheticFresh, youthful and long lasting resultsPlease make sure you find a reputable and qualified plastic surgeon who can assess you properly to give you a realistic idea of what outcome you can achieve.  All The Best 

Any facelift procedure that can truly be performed within one hour is not a true facelift. There are "mini-lifts", "thread lifts", and a variety of other names for less invasive procedures that also provide less improvement. They are generally short-lasting procedures that patients are often disappointed with in the long run. Be sure to discuss all of these types of questions with your facelift surgeon during your consultation.
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So there are many gimmicks out there for facelift. Some of them honestly do make mild improvements but none will rival the traditional facelift in the sense of results. That being said a traditional facelift has significant downtime and recovery time. Patients now-a-days are demanding quicker procedures with less downtime. So we are working to meet these needs.In my hands, someone who wants a quick improvement with minimal downtime I discuss fat transfer. There is significant  improvement (still not the same as a facelift), but it is solid. And the results can be long livedAs for the "one hour facelift" you refer to we would need more information. Could be a suture lift, could be vampire lift, could be skin only incision. Some of these work for the right patients. I recommend many seeing a few reputable doctors and looking into your options. Hope this helps,Best of luck,DrC 

Most "quick fix" facelift offers, such as a facelift that only takes 1 hour, aren't going to be long lasting. It's impossible to say what that one hour involves, but my guess is that a little bit of skin is elevated, pulled upward and sutured. A skin-only facelift will last only about 6 months to a year. That is because skin is very elastic and will stretch. A true facelift involves tightening of the deeper layer, called the "SMAS" layer. This allows for long-lasting results. That procedure typically takes around 4-6 hours. Make sure you talk with your surgeon to be educated on what exactly he/she plans to do for your "facelift." Best wishes!

For a facelift to be done in one hour, comparing to the traditional facelift, you are efficiently minimizing certain steps.  It is certainly not a one size fits all approach.  Depending on the speed of the surgeon, a mini-facelift, or short scar/short flap facelift can be achieved in one hour with good assistant helping.  Thread lifting which utilizes "threads" to lift tissue can also be done expeditiously.  Liquid facelift which uses botox and fillers to re-volumize the face and restores youthful facial contour and can be done in an hour.  Energy based modalities such as using Ultrasound or Coolsculpting to reduce fatty tissue in regions of the face and give the appearance of a facelift can be done in an hour.  There are many others...  My point is: every treatment plan is individualized and it should be.

A one hour facelift will give you a one hour result. There are no shortcuts when it comes to facial surgery.

Thank you for your question.  A one hour facelift tends to refer to minimally invasive facelift techniques.  These techniques are best suited to patients with mild aging changes.  Moderate to severe aging changes would more likely benefit from a more traditional facelift."This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

There are many different techniques and types of facelifts. What areas concern a patient all differ and facial features can decipher the technique or type of facelift that would be chosen. When you are working with a patients face you want to take your time and make sure the results are desirable. Never choose time over quality. For good quality results you want your surgeon to be comfortable and take their time. Consulting with a board certified plastic surgeon will clear up your concerns. Good luck!   

They may be talking about a non-surgical facelift which can be a good thing in the right candidate.  If they are talking about surgery.....If it sounds too good to be true (and this does for a surgery), then it probably is.