Midface Lift Surgery

Midface Lift Surgery: With aging, volume loss, sagging, and deformation occur in the midface—around the cheekbones and between the lower eyelids and cheeks. This can create a tired, sad, or aged appearance. Thanks to advanced aesthetic surgery techniques today, a midface lift can restore youthfulness and vitality to this area.

ENT specialist Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen, practicing at his own clinic in Istanbul, provides natural, harmonious, and lasting results in midface lift surgeries through modern techniques and an individualized aesthetic approach.

In this article, we will comprehensively address questions such as what a midface lift is, who it is suitable for, how it is performed, what the recovery process is like, and what postoperative precautions should be taken.

What Is Midface Lift Surgery?

Midface lift surgery is an aesthetic procedure focused on the midface, where aging signs are most prominent. In this procedure, the skin, muscle, and fat tissues in the cheek area are lifted and repositioned to restore natural youthful volume and contour.

Unlike a traditional facelift, the midface lift specifically targets the lower eyelid–cheek junction, nasolabial folds, and the cheekbone area, resulting in both a more youthful and dynamic facial expression.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Midface Lift?

A midface lift is ideal for individuals with certain aesthetic concerns. Ideal candidates include:

• Those experiencing volume loss and sagging in the midface
• Individuals with deepened nasolabial folds (lines from the nose to the mouth corners)
• Those with under-eye bags or hollows
• Individuals in good overall health without serious conditions that would contraindicate surgery
• Those with realistic expectations

Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen conducts a thorough evaluation before surgery to create the most appropriate treatment plan based on each patient’s facial anatomy and needs.

How Is Midface Lift Surgery Performed?

Midface lift surgery can be performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on patient needs. The general steps include:

• Incision placement: Usually just below the lower eyelid or within the hair-bearing scalp.
• Tissue release: Skin, muscle, and fat are carefully released.
• Elevation and suspension: Midface tissues are lifted outward and upward to their youthful positions.
• Optional fat grafting: Patient’s own fat may be injected to restore lost volume.
• Closure: Incisions are closed with aesthetic suturing techniques.

The procedure typically takes 1.5–3 hours, preserving the natural facial expression by respecting the facial musculature.

Postoperative Recovery

Recovery from a midface lift is generally comfortable and manageable, though final results may take several weeks to appear. Key recovery points include:

• Swelling and bruising: Common in the first days and significantly reduce within 7–10 days.
• Cold compresses: Applied during the first 48 hours to minimize swelling and bruising.
• Head elevation: Keeping the head elevated in the first week helps reduce edema.
• Suture removal: Typically 5–7 days post-op if non-dissolvable sutures are used.
• Return to daily life: Most patients resume social activities within 10–14 days but should avoid strenuous exercise for 4–6 weeks.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen closely monitors each patient’s recovery and provides professional support at every stage.

Postoperative Precautions

To ensure smooth healing and optimal aesthetic outcome:

• Avoid smoking and alcohol: These impair wound healing and should be avoided pre- and postoperatively.
• Limit facial expressions: Minimize exaggerated facial movements in the initial days.
• Sun protection: The skin will be sensitive—avoid direct sun and use sunscreen.
• Balanced diet: A protein-rich, balanced diet accelerates healing.
• Follow-up visits: Attend all scheduled postoperative appointments.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen provides detailed aftercare instructions to promote rapid and safe recovery.

Risks and Complications of Midface Lift Surgery

When performed by an experienced surgeon, a midface lift is safe, but rare complications may include:

• Infection: Preventable with proper antibiotic prophylaxis.
• Bleeding or hematoma: Early postoperative bleeding may occur but is minimized with careful technique.
• Asymmetry: Minor asymmetries due to temporary swelling.
• Nerve injury: Very rare risk to nerves affecting facial expression, usually temporary.
• Visible scarring: Incisions are placed along natural skin lines, resulting in minimal, fading scars.

Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen’s meticulous technique minimizes these risks.

How Long Do Results Last?

Results are long-lasting; however, natural aging continues, and touch-up procedures may be considered 10–15 years later.

Will My Face Look Natural?

Yes. Achieving a natural appearance is the primary goal of a midface lift—no overly tight or unnatural expression will result.

Can It Be Combined with Other Procedures?

Yes. It can be combined with eyelid surgery, fat grafting, or a mild lower facelift.

Is There Pain?

Mild discomfort and tension are normal and easily managed with prescribed pain medication.

Will Scars Be Noticeable?

Scars are minimal and placed in natural facial creases, becoming less visible over time.

A midface lift is an effective aesthetic surgery procedure that restores a youthful, dynamic, and natural facial appearance by targeting the area most affected by aging. With proper patient selection, personalized surgical planning, and modern techniques, a midface lift provides significant aesthetic and psychological benefits.

In Istanbul, Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen combines scientific expertise, artistic vision, and experience to deliver natural, balanced results tailored to each patient’s facial structure.

If you wish to rejuvenate your midface and achieve a younger, more energetic appearance, or to learn more about midface lift surgery, contact Prof. Dr. Ozan Seymen to schedule a detailed evaluation.