It's a plastic surgery procedure that rejuvenates the face by repositioning deep tissue (SMAS), removing excess skin, and restoring facial contours lost to aging. Unlike non-surgical treatments, a facelift addresses severe sagging and produces results that last 8-12 years.

Facelift in Bogotá long-lasting surgical rejuvenation

Surgical facelift that removes severe facial and neck sagging by repositioning deep tissue for a natural, long-lasting result.

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Facelift in Bogotá from $28,000,000 COP (~$7,000 USD) · mini facelift, mid-face lift, or full SMAS facelift
Long-lasting rejuvenation 8–12 years · scars hidden in front of and behind the ear
Main swelling resolves in 10–14 days · return to work in week 2–3

Facial rejuvenation surgeons

Specialists certified by the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery with specific experience in SMAS technique.

Deep SMAS repositioning technique

We reposition the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, not just the skin, for a natural and long-lasting result.

Follow-up through final result

Suture removal between days 7 and 10, with check-ups until the result stabilizes at 3-6 months.

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Facelift with SMAS technique: deep, natural rejuvenation

Starting around age 40-50, facial sagging goes beyond what non-surgical treatments can correct. Collagen decreases, tissue drops due to gravity, and deep folds, descended cheeks, and loss of jawline definition appear.

A surgical facelift is the only procedure that repositions deep facial tissue (the SMAS system), removes excess skin, and restores facial contours long-term. It doesn't stretch the skin: it rebuilds the structure.

SMAS technique: We reposition the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, not just the skin. Natural results with no "pulled" look.
Certified surgeons: Specialists certified by the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery with experience in facial rejuvenation.
Long-lasting results: A well-executed facelift lasts 8-12 years, far longer than any non-surgical treatment.
Invisible scars: Incisions hidden in natural folds in front of the ear and along the hairline.

Surgical facelift or non-surgical treatment?

The right choice depends on the degree of sagging and your expectations

Factor	Surgical facelift	Non-surgical treatments
Degree of sagging	Moderate to severe	Mild to moderate
Duration of results	8-12 years	1-3 years
Recovery	2-3 weeks	1-5 days
Level of correction	Dramatic and deep	Subtle to moderate
Anesthesia	General or deep sedation	Local or topical

For mild-moderate sagging, treatments like FaceTite, Morpheus8, or Liftera HIFU may be enough. When sagging is severe or these treatments no longer deliver results, a surgical facelift is the definitive solution.

The facelift process at ALMO Clinic

Complete support from consultation through full recovery

1. Complete facial evaluation

Your surgeon analyzes skin quality, degree of sagging, bone structure, and tissue position. They determine what type of facelift you need and whether you'd benefit from complementary procedures.

2. Surgery with SMAS technique

The facelift is performed under general anesthesia or deep sedation. Duration: 2-4 hours depending on extent. Incisions are hidden in front of the ear and along the hairline. Deep tissue is repositioned and excess skin removed.

3. Recovery and follow-up

Compression bandage for the first 48h. Suture removal at 7-10 days. Bruising and swelling resolve in 2-3 weeks. Final results visible at 3-6 months.

Facelift recovery: a real timeline

Period	What to expect	Activity
Days 1-3	Compression bandage, facial swelling, bruising	Rest. Head elevated
Days 4-7	Bandage removed. Bruising changes color (resolving)	Very light activity at home
Week 2	Suture removal. Swelling decreases significantly	Go out with light makeup
Week 3-4	Bruising resolved. Visible result	In-person work. Normal social life
Months 3-6	Final result. Scars maturing	No restrictions

Complementary procedures to a facelift

A facelift can be combined with other procedures for comprehensive rejuvenation:

Blepharoplasty

Upper and lower eyelid rejuvenation. The most common combination with a facelift. Removes excess skin and bags that make the face look tired.

Facial fat transfer

Restores lost volume in cheeks, folds, and temples using your own fat. Complements a facelift by bringing youthfulness back to the midface.

Fractional CO2 laser

Improves texture, fine lines, and skin spots. Can be performed in the same surgical session for comprehensive rejuvenation.

Neck lift

Corrects platysmal bands, submental fullness, and cervical sagging. Generally included in a full facelift.

Who is a candidate for a facelift?

Not every case of facial sagging requires the same surgical approach. The preoperative assessment defines the right technique, anesthesia type, and realistic result expectations based on each patient's anatomy.

Severe facial and neck sagging

Descent of the midface and neck that no longer responds to non-surgical treatments, excess skin in the cheeks, jawline, or neck, and visible platysmal bands. Most candidates are between 45 and 70 with progressive facial aging.

Good general health

Good cardiovascular condition, no history of coagulation disorders, and being a non-smoker (or able to quit at least 4 weeks before surgery) — smoking carries a very high risk of skin flap necrosis after a facelift.

Realistic expectations

The best candidates want a natural, refreshed appearance rather than an identical reversal of decades of aging. Mild to moderate sagging often responds better to Liftera, Morpheus8, or FaceTite instead of surgery.

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Book your evaluation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. We assess your degree of facial sagging, recommend the type of facelift indicated, and provide you with a complete budget.

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