My name is Martin Danford, an experienced NHS Oral and Maxillofacial consultant based in Surrey, and a member of the European Academy of Facial Plastic Surgery. I lead the specialist face-lift surgery team at Alliance Surgical plc.

In our opinion, the face is the most important feature on your body which is why it is vital you are happy with the way you look. You may want to rejuvenate features that have naturally eroded through ageing, or re-shape an area which is out of balance. Whatever you need, our aim is to make your treatment as safe and enjoyable as possible.

At your initial consultation, we will discuss the options available to you openly to build trust and confidence. We will review your goals together to produce a specific treatment plan based on both your requirements and realistic expectations of what surgery can achieve. We will estimate the cost of the procedure for you, and then we recommend you take some time to think about whether this is right for you before committing to the operation.

If you decide to go ahead with the procedure, you can expect to be admitted on the day of surgery and once over you will more than likely want to stay in your private room at the hospital and be looked after overnight. After your procedure and over the next week, any swelling or bruising will reduce to enable you to see the results which will lead to a more confident and happy you.