What type of facial sagging is suitable for a facelift (Face Lift)? And where should you go for a facelift to achieve optimal results—firm, youthful-looking skin that appears natural, not artificial or overdone? BLS Surgery Center invites everyone experiencing sagging cheeks, deep nasolabial folds, or other signs of facial laxity and considering facelift surgery to consult with highly experienced specialists. These procedures use refined techniques that result in minimal scarring, fast healing, and little to no downtime.
Dr. Suphakorn Tangchirakhaphan, MD. (Medical License No. 48272), also known as Dr.Earth, board-certified plastic surgeon at BLS Surgery Center, shares initial methods for assessing facial sagging before deciding on a facelift. If you’re planning facelift surgery or searching for the right clinic, this article will help you find the answers.
Initial Facial Sagging Assessment by BLS Surgery Center
Facial Sagging Assessment Method 1
This method is simple. Sit upright in front of a mirror and observe your face with a neutral expression—no smiling. If your face appears droopy, especially the cheeks sagging downward due to gravity, making your overall expression look stern, tired, or fatigued, this type of sagging is suitable for a facelift. The procedure can reduce laxity, lift and firm the face, correct drooping cheeks, and soften nasolabial folds.
Facial Sagging Assessment Method 2
This method uses a handheld mirror. Sit on a chair, sofa, or bed. First, observe your face while seated, focusing on sagging areas—especially the cheeks, which are easiest to assess. Then recline or lie flat and observe your face again. Compare the difference between sitting and lying down. If sagging disappears when lying down, the difference is significant. This indicates facial sagging suitable for a facelift to ensure firmness in all positions—sitting, lying, working, walking, jumping, or exercising—so you can confidently engage in daily activities.
Facial Sagging Assessment Method 3
For cases with mild sagging and relatively elastic skin, but lacking firmness, issues may include drooping brows, eyes, outer corners, early cheek sagging, nasolabial folds, submental fullness, or an undefined jawline. A facelift can lift the face, brows, outer corners, and cheeks, reduce folds, tighten the jawline, and restore facial proportions for a more youthful appearance.
Where’s the Best Place for a Facelift? How to Check?
After self-assessing facial sagging, if you’re considering facelift surgery but unsure where to go, it’s important to thoroughly research the doctor and clinic before proceeding. BLS Surgery Center provides guidelines for verifying credentials and clinic legitimacy.Verify Surgeon Credentials via the Medical Council Website
Surgeons performing facelift procedures must be board-certified with surgical experience. You can verify a doctor’s credentials by entering their full name on the Medical Council website: https://www.tmc.or.th/. This will confirm whether the individual is a licensed physician, authorized to practice medicine, and certified in a recognized specialty. The site also displays the doctor’s photo. If you know the medical license number, you can enter it to cross-check all details.
Verify Surgeon Credentials via the Medical Council Website
Surgeons performing facelift procedures must be board-certified with surgical experience. You can verify a doctor’s credentials by entering their full name on the Medical Council website: https://www.tmc.or.th/. This will confirm whether the individual is a licensed physician, authorized to practice medicine, and certified in a recognized specialty. The site also displays the doctor’s photo. If you know the medical license number, you can enter it to cross-check all details.
Verify Clinic and Facility Legitimacy
Clinic signage and the 11-digit license number displayed at the entrance can be used to verify any type of clinic or medical facility via https://hosp.hss.moph.go.th/. You can search by clinic name or license number. If the clinic is officially authorized by the Ministry of Public Health, the site will display the facility name, location, license number, and expiration date clearly.
These Two Simple Checks Help Ensure You Receive Treatment from a Qualified Specialist at a Licensed, Standard-Compliant Clinic
This reduces the risk of post-surgical complications and enhances the safety and effectiveness of the procedure.
After assessing your own concerns and verifying the doctor and clinic, you can schedule a consultation directly with the surgeon to understand the surgical process and desired outcomes. If you have facial sagging or wish to undergo a facelift or other procedures, BLS Surgery Center recommends registering by clicking the button below to receive a free initial facial assessment and consultation with the doctor—no charge.
Review of facelift surgery at BLS Surgery Center
