What is a Lower Facelift?
A lower facelift specifically addresses ageing concerns in the jawline, chin, and neck. Unlike a full facelift, which treats the entire face, a lower facelift focuses on the bottom third, making it less invasive but still highly effective.
Typical concerns treated by a lower facelift include:
- Sagging or jowling along the jawline
- Deep folds around the mouth (nasolabial folds or marionette lines)
- Loose, crepey skin under the chin and on the neck
- Loss of definition in the jaw and lower face
Whether you’re just starting to notice these changes or they’ve become more pronounced over time, there are both surgical and non-surgical options available at Ocean Clinic to help restore a youthful, natural-looking contour to your lower face.
Surgical Lower Facelift Options
Ocean Clinic Marbella is renowned for its innovative techniques and natural results when it comes to surgical facial procedures. A lower facelift at our clinic is often performed using the SMAS (Superficial Musculo-Aponeurotic System) technique, which ensures longer-lasting and more natural outcomes by lifting not only the skin but also the deeper muscle layers.
1. Mini Facelift
- Ideal for: Patients in their 40s–50s with mild sagging.
- Procedure: Involves small incisions around the ears and along the hairline to tighten the lower face and jawline.
- Downtime: Typically 1–2 weeks.
- Benefits: Less invasive, minimal scarring, quicker recovery.
2. Full Lower Facelift (SMAS Lift)
- Ideal for: Patients with moderate to advanced ageing signs.
- Procedure: Involves lifting and repositioning deeper tissues (SMAS) along with excess skin removal.
- Often combined with: Neck lift or liposuction for comprehensive results.
- Downtime: 2–3 weeks.
- Benefits: More dramatic, longer-lasting results.
3. Neck Lift
- Ideal for: Patients with prominent sagging or “turkey neck.”
- Procedure: Tightens neck muscles (platysmaplasty), removes fat and excess skin under the chin.
- Can be combined with: A lower facelift or done independently.
- Downtime: 2–3 weeks.
- Benefits: Defined jawline and smoother, tighter neck appearance.
Non-Surgical Lower Facelift Options
Not everyone is ready—or needs—surgery to achieve visible rejuvenation. At Ocean Clinic, we also offer non-surgical lower facelift treatments, ideal for those with early signs of ageing or those seeking a more subtle refresh with little to no downtime.
1. Dermal Fillers
- Purpose: Restore lost volume, smooth deep lines, enhance jawline definition.
- Areas treated: Marionette lines, chin, jawline.
- Results: Immediate and natural-looking, lasting 9–18 months.
- Downtime: Minimal to none.
2. Ultherapy (Ultrasound Skin Tightening)
- Purpose: Stimulates collagen deep beneath the skin to tighten and lift.
- Ideal for: Mild sagging and skin laxity.
- Benefits: Non-invasive, no needles, long-term collagen boost.
- Downtime: None, with gradual results over 2–3 months.
3. Thread Lift (PDO or Silhouette Soft Threads)
- Purpose: Lifts sagging skin with absorbable threads placed under the skin.
- Results: Immediate tightening with continued collagen stimulation.
- Duration: Results last up to 18 months.
- Downtime: Mild swelling/bruising for 1–3 days.
4. Chemical Injections for the Neck (Nefertiti Lift)
- Purpose: Relaxes platysma muscle to smooth and lift jawline.
- Effect: Smoother neck contour, subtle lifting.
- Results: Visible within a few days, lasting 3–6 months.
Which Option is Right for You?
Choosing the best lower facelift approach depends on several factors, including your age, skin condition, aesthetic goals, and willingness for downtime. At Ocean Clinic Marbella, we always begin with a comprehensive consultation, using advanced 3D imaging and facial analysis tools to develop a customised treatment plan.
Many patients benefit from a combination of treatments, such as dermal fillers with Ultherapy or a surgical facelift with liposuction, to address all aspects of ageing in a balanced way.
Why Choose Ocean Clinic Marbella?
With over a decade of experience and a world-class team of surgeons, dermatologists, and aesthetic specialists, Ocean Clinic Marbella is a leader in facial rejuvenation. We combine safety, innovation, and artistry to deliver results that look naturally youthful—not overdone.
Whether you’re looking for a subtle refresh or a transformative change, our clinic offers the full spectrum of lower facelift treatments in a luxurious, private setting. Your journey to a younger, more confident you starts with a conversation.
Ready to Reclaim Your Jawline?
If you’re considering a lower facelift—surgical or non-surgical—contact us today to book a personalised consultation. Let Ocean Clinic Marbella help you rediscover your most confident self.