Proportion
The relationship between the upper, middle and lower thirds of the face is assessed. Focusing on a single area can produce a result that is unbalanced overall.
Facial Aesthetics
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areas · upper, middle and lower face together
FACIAL AESTHETICS
Not a single area, but the face as a whole
In facial aesthetics the aim is not to change one area but to preserve the balance within the face. A change in one area also alters how the neighbouring areas are perceived, so the assessment considers the upper, middle and lower thirds of the face together. Skin thickness, soft-tissue volume, bone structure and expression are all taken into account.
- The assessment covers the whole face, not a single area
- Preserving natural expression is the starting point of the planning
- Surgical and non-surgical approaches can be considered together
- Which approach is suitable is determined after an examination
APPROACH
The planning rests on three axes
In facial aesthetics a good result is not a matter of reaching a single measurement, but of keeping proportion, tissue and expression in view together.
Tissue
Skin thickness, elasticity and soft-tissue volume are the main reason the same procedure gives different results in different people.
Expression
Care is taken to preserve movement and natural expression. A face that cannot move is not an aesthetic goal.
THE PROCESS
From the first consultation to the check-ups
The process varies with the approach chosen. The steps below describe the common framework.
- Step 1
Consultation and expectations
The step in which we discuss what you would like to change and what is realistically achievable. A clear expectation is the precondition for a result you will be happy with.
- Step 2
Examination and assessment
Facial proportions, skin structure and soft tissue are examined together. Further tests are requested if needed.
- Step 3
Planning
Whether a surgical or a non-surgical approach is appropriate is explained, together with the risks and the recovery involved.
- Step 4
The procedure
The procedure is carried out according to the method chosen. The type of anaesthetic and the duration depend on that method.
- Step 5
Check-ups
The period in which healing is monitored. How long the result takes to settle ranges from weeks to months, depending on the method used.
With any surgical or interventional procedure, results can differ from person to person. The information on this page is for general guidance and does not replace a medical examination.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What people ask about facial aesthetics
The questions that come up most often at initial consultations.
Does facial aesthetics always mean surgery?
No. Facial aesthetics is a heading that covers both surgical and non-surgical approaches. Which one is appropriate is decided at the examination, according to the nature of the concern, the tissue and the expectations.
Is a natural result possible?
A natural look is an achievable goal when it is the starting point of the planning. That means keeping the whole face in view rather than a single area, and preserving movement. How pronounced the result is depends on the person’s tissue.
Can more than one procedure be done in the same session?
In some cases it is possible, and it has the advantage of a single recovery period. It depends, though, on the nature of the procedures, the total duration and the person’s general health. The decision follows a medical assessment.
How long before the result is visible?
It depends on the method used. With non-surgical treatments the result can be visible within days, while after surgery the swelling to resolve and the tissue to settle can take months. The timeline is explained to you individually at the first consultation.
Is there an age limit?
There is no single age limit. Some procedures require facial growth to be complete; for others what matters is not age but the tissue and general health.
RESULTS
Before and after
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With any surgical or interventional procedure, results can differ from person to person. The information on this page is for general guidance and does not replace a medical examination.
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