Before And After Facelift Success Stories: Aesthetic MdR’s Archive

By Dr. Luis Macias

Walking into Aesthetic MdR for a facelift is stepping into a world of transformation and a refreshed version of yourself. A deep plane facelift at Aesthetic MdR’s accredited clinic leaves you looking noticeably rejuvenated and youthful within 3 to 6 months. But the proof is in the results—their Before and After photos are nothing short of astonishing.

It’s that transformation that restores confidence and revitalizes your spirit—after all, who doesn’t want to look and feel younger?

And if you’re considering a facelift, you’re in good company. Take a look at the Before and After photos below and see for yourself why Aesthetic MdR is the trusted choice for this delicate, skin-redefining procedure.

Before and After Facelift Stories

Seeing yourself is such a rewarding experience that you will actually forget the pain. The joy of seeing your transformation makes the discomfort of a facelift a distant memory. It’s no wonder so many women proudly share their Before and After success stories—because the results are truly worth it.

Story 1: Looking Fresher and More Youthful

Before and after facelift comparison showing a side-profile view of an older woman. The "before" image displays visible signs of aging, including sagging skin and wrinkles, while the "after" image highlights a more youthful appearance with smoother skin, a firmer jawline, and enhanced facial contours.

This facelift procedure clearly addresses multiple signs of facial aging, delivering enhanced harmony and definition. The most striking refinement is in the chin and jawline, achieved through a lower facelift combined with a neck lift. This effectively tightens sagging skin, reduces jowls, and sculpts a more youthful, contoured profile.

The skin appears significantly firmer and smoother, indicating not only precise surgical repositioning but likely complementary treatments such as fat grafting or laser resurfacing to improve texture and elasticity.

Notable improvements around the eyes suggest a blepharoplasty or subtle brow lift, reducing hooded eyelids, under-eye puffiness, and fine lines to restore a refreshed, alert appearance.

The overall result is a naturally rejuvenated look, with enhanced facial definition and a harmonious balance between the lower face and midface structures. This comprehensive approach successfully reverses signs of aging while preserving a refined, natural aesthetic.

Story 2: Changing the Overall Face Expression and Mood

Before and after facelift transformation featuring a front-facing view of a woman. The "before" image shows visible signs of aging, including sagging skin and a tired expression, while the "after" image reveals a rejuvenated appearance with smoother skin, improved facial symmetry, and a refreshed look.

This facelift delivers a striking transformation by lifting and repositioning every millimeter of the face, effectively reversing the strong downward pull that once defined the features. The impact is both structural and emotional—where the face once appeared heavy, fatigued, or stern, it now looks open, vibrant, and welcoming.

This remarkable change is achieved through a lower facelift, which tightens sagging skin and redefines the jawline, combined with a midface lift that restores volume and support to the cheeks. The refined, upward repositioning of facial tissues creates a naturally youthful and refreshed appearance.

Additionally, enhancements around the eyes—whether from blepharoplasty or a subtle brow lift—soften the expression, giving the gaze a more relaxed, engaging quality.

The result is more than just a reversal of aging; it’s a restoration of facial harmony, where every lifted detail contributes to a naturally rejuvenated and approachable look.

Story 3: Before and After Facelift Results in Long-Term

This image is showcasing a woman's rejuvenated appearance with smoother skin, reduced wrinkles, and a more youthful facial contour.

The difference between the woman on the right and the left is truly striking—you might even think it’s the same woman, just 10 years younger. This Before and After facelift showcases a dramatic transformation, achieved with meticulous attention to detail.

The most noticeable improvement is the disappearance of deep wrinkles, indicating not only surgical lifting but likely complementary treatments such as skin resurfacing or collagen-boosting therapies to restore smoothness and elasticity.

The under chin and neck area, which previously showed significant sagging, has been substantially tightened—likely through a combination of a lower facelift and neck lift. This effectively eliminates excess skin and redefines the jawline, creating a sharper, more youthful contour.

Every aspect of the face appears elevated, reversing the downward pull and restoring facial balance. The transformation goes beyond structure—it’s expressive. Where there was once heaviness and a stern appearance, there is now an open, refreshed, and inviting look.

This result highlights the precision of modern facelift techniques, delivering both dramatic and natural-looking outcomes—refined, youthful, and never overdone.

Story 4: Before and After Facelift with Deep Plane Facelift Technique

Before and after facelift transformation showing a woman's enhanced jawline, smoother neck, and overall rejuvenated appearance with tightened skin.

This patient underwent a Deep Plane Facelift performed by Dr. Macias, achieving a dramatic yet natural transformation. Before the procedure, the lower face lacked definition, with noticeable sagging that contributed to a heavy, downward-pulling effect. Now, the facial contours are strikingly refined, with a sculpted jawline and a lifted youthful structure.

The deep plane technique, which lifts and repositions deeper facial tissues rather than just tightening the skin, likely played a crucial role in restoring this definition. By releasing and elevating underlying muscle layers, the facelift effectively reversed the drooping effect, creating a smooth, well-contoured transition from the cheeks to the jawline.

The result is a beautifully structured face with a perfectly defined silhouette, free of excess laxity. Additionally, the improvements in skin texture and wrinkle reduction suggest a comprehensive approach that enhances not just lift but also overall skin quality, leaving the patient looking naturally refreshed and rejuvenated.

Story 5: A Natural Touch to Natural Beauty

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 Before and after facelift transformation illustrating a woman's improved facial contour, tighter skin, and youthful rejuvenation.

This 50-60-year-old patient, now 5 months post-op from a Deep Plane Facelift, showcases a more subtle yet refined transformation. In some cases, patients opt for a targeted approach rather than a full-face rejuvenation, and this is a great example of how precise lower-face work can still create meaningful improvements.

The primary focus here was on enhancing the jawline and lower facial contour, addressing mild sagging without drastically altering the patient’s natural appearance. While the overall change is minimal compared to more dramatic facelifts, there is a clear refinement—skin appears firmer, jowls are reduced, and the jawline is better defined.

This approach is ideal for those who don’t require extensive lifting but still want a refreshed, more structured look. At 5 months post-op, the results continue to settle, with the deep plane technique ensuring long-lasting, natural-looking improvements that blend seamlessly with the patient’s existing features.

The Power of a Facelift: What’s It?

A facelift is a cosmetic procedure that aims to restore a youthful appearance to the face by tightening sagging skin and muscles, as well as removing excess fat and tissue. As we age, our faces naturally lose volume and elasticity, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, and jowls. A facelift can reverse these signs of aging and give individuals a rejuvenated, more vibrant look.

Targeted Benefits of a Facelift

At Aesthetic MdR, a facelift is a procedure both for women and men. Also called a rhytidectomy, this procedure can impact any area in your face with its own specific goal.

Why Do Facial Rejuvenation? Before and After Facelift Results

Facial rejuvenation, particularly through a facelift, can greatly enhance self-confidence and well-being. Age-related facial changes often cause self-consciousness, but restoring a youthful, natural look can improve overall quality of life.

Some key benefits of this procedure include:

While it may seem like a facelift is just for those who want to turn back the clock, there are many other reasons why people choose to undergo this procedure. Some may simply want to enhance their natural features or correct certain imperfections. Others may have experienced facial trauma or weight fluctuations that have affected their appearance.

Connect with Dr. Macias for a consultation to discuss your concerns and goals.

Deep Plane Facelift: Why Choose It?

A deep-plane facelift goes beyond simply tightening the skin—it works at a deeper level to create a more natural, long-lasting rejuvenation. Traditional facelifts often focus on pulling the skin or lifting the SMAS (submuscular aponeurotic system) layer, which improves upon skin-only techniques but can still fall short in achieving seamless, organic results.

The deep plane approach takes it further by adjusting the soft tissue beneath the SMAS, allowing for a more comprehensive lift that enhances jawline definition, smooths the cheeks, and revitalizes the neck—all while maintaining natural facial expressions. Because it repositions rather than simply tightening, the face looks refreshed rather than stretched.

This technique is especially effective for patients between 40 and 70 who want a significant yet subtle transformation that stands the test of time. By lifting from the inside out, a deep plane facelift restores youthful contours in a way that feels authentic, empowering patients with results that truly reflect how they feel inside.

Vertical Lift and Its Results

Vertical lift, known as the “weekend facelift” is a minimally invasive technique that can provide noticeable rejuvenation in just a few hours. This approach has become increasingly popular among younger patients who are looking to address early signs of aging or subtly enhance their features.

Unlike traditional facelifts, which focus on pulling horizontally to tighten the skin, vertical lift lifts vertically for more natural-looking results. The procedure involves making small incisions around the ears and gently lifting the underlying facial muscles and tissues. By targeting these deeper layers, vertical lift can improve muscle tone and restore youthful volume without creating an overpulled or unnatural look.

This procedure is ideal for individuals with mild to moderate signs of aging, such as sagging jowls and loss of definition in the jawline. It can also be combined with other minimally invasive procedures, such as injectables, for a more comprehensive rejuvenation.

Mid Facelift and Its Results

The mid-facelift, also known as the cheek lift, is a surgical procedure that targets the cheeks and lower eyelids to restore youthful fullness and definition. This technique has gained popularity in recent years as it addresses early signs of aging in the midface area without extensive surgery or downtime.

During a mid-facelift, small incisions are made around the hairline and inside the mouth to access and lift the underlying tissues of the midface. By elevating these tissues, sagging cheeks can be lifted, and hollowed areas can be filled for a more youthful appearance. The procedure can also improve under-eye bags and dark circles by repositioning fat pads in this area.

Mid-facelifts typically have a natural-looking outcome, as the procedure targets deeper layers of the face and avoids overpulling or creating a stretched appearance. Results can last for several years and can be enhanced with non-surgical treatments, such as injectables, to maintain a youthful look.

How Do You Recover? Before and After Facelift Stories

You need a very, very good rest to recover properly from a facelift, as your body needs time to heal and adjust. The recovery process can vary from person to person, but most patients experience some swelling and bruising for the first week after surgery. You may also need to wear a compression garment or bandage around your face for a few days to help with healing and minimize any discomfort.

First 24 Hours

So the first 24 hours after your facelift are key to a successful recovery. You should rest as much as possible, avoiding any strenuous activities or bending over. It’s important to keep your head elevated and use cold compresses on the treated area to reduce swelling.

This is why we usually invite someone close to you, such as a family member or friend, to stay with you for the first 24 hours after your surgery. They can help take care of you and make sure you are comfortable while you rest.

1-3 Days After the Surgery

During the next few days, you may experience some discomfort and swelling, which is normal. Your doctor will prescribe pain medication to help manage any discomfort, and it’s important to follow their instructions carefully. You should also continue to rest as much as possible and keep your head elevated.

You may have a follow-up appointment with your surgeon during this time to check on your progress and remove any stitches or bandages.

2-3 Weeks After Surgery

Gradually welcome to your new self, as the swelling and bruising will continue to subside over the next few weeks. You may still have some mild discomfort, but it should be manageable with over-the-counter pain medication.

It’s important to avoid any strenuous activities or heavy lifting during this time to allow your body to fully heal. Your surgeon may also recommend specific skincare products or gentle massages to help with the healing process. Meanwhile. feel free to return to your daily routine, but make sure to take breaks and rest when needed.

4-6 Weeks After Surgery

By this time, most of the swelling and bruising should have subsided, and you’ll start to see the full results of your facelift. You may still experience some tightness or numbness in certain areas of your face, but it will gradually improve over time.

Your surgeon may also recommend light exercises or facial massages to help with muscle movement and promote proper healing. It’s important to continue following their instructions and attend any follow-up appointments as scheduled.

The Transformation Process

The transformation process begins with a consultation session with the highly skilled surgeons at Aesthetic MdR. During this session, the surgeons thoroughly examine the patient’s facial structure and discuss their desired outcome. They also explain the different techniques available and recommend the most suitable one for each individual case.

Once the patient is ready for surgery, they undergo the facelift procedure under general anesthesia in a state-of-the-art operating room with advanced equipment and technology.

After the surgery, patients are monitored closely by our experienced medical staff and provided with personalized aftercare instructions. This includes follow-up appointments to ensure proper healing and address any concerns or questions.

The transformation process doesn’t end after the recovery period. It’s important to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including proper skincare and sun protection, to prolong the results of your facelift. Our team at Aesthetic MdR is dedicated to helping patients achieve their desired look and feel confident in their own skin.

Conclusion

A facelift can be a life-changing procedure that helps turn back the clock on aging and boosts self-confidence. However, it’s important to do thorough research and find a reputable and experienced surgeon before undergoing any cosmetic surgery.

At Aesthetic MdR, our highly skilled surgeons are committed to providing personalized care and achieving natural-looking results for each patient. We understand that every individual is unique and requires a customized approach to facelift surgery. Our state-of-the-art facilities and advanced techniques ensure a safe and successful procedure for our patients.

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