What is the recovery time for face/neck lift?

On average, the recovery time is about two weeks. An alternative is VASER/ThermiRF combination to get great results with very little downtime. Please see an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

This question will generate different answers based on each physician's experience and face/neck lift technique. On average, I find that my patients feel comfortable going out in public around 7 days after a face and/or neck lift procedure with some signs of mild bruising/swelling. It's always my patients that follow my postop instructions in detail that heal the quickest.  I offer my patients laser treatments to the bruises during that first week as part of their aftercare to help speed up the process if needed. Most patients are able to slowly start getting back to exercise at 2 weeks after an extended face and neck lift surgery. For important social events, premiers, or television appearances, I recommend 4 weeks in the rare event that there may be a delay in healing.