Jawline and neck surgery
Facelift, mini facelift and double chin muscle tightening, with the area each one treats and its operating time, anaesthesia and stitch removal.
Areas and procedures

Cheek and jawlineFaceliftSagging cheeks and jawlineA facelift lifts the lower face and jawline through incisions around the ears.Operating timeAbout 180 minutes
JawlineMini facelift (jawline lift)Jawline laxityAVANT’s mini lift focuses on the jawline through a short incision behind the ear.Operating timeAbout 60 minutes
Under the chin and neckDouble chin muscle tightening (platysmaplasty)Fullness under the chinDouble chin muscle tightening at AVANT treats the platysma under the chin.Operating timeAbout 60 minutes
Facelift, mini lift and double chin muscle tightening compared
| Procedure | Area | Operating time | Anaesthesia | Stitch removal | Hospital stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Facelift | Cheek and jawline | About 180 minutes | Sedation | 6–8 days after surgery | Not needed |
| Mini facelift (jawline lift) | Jawline | About 60 minutes | Local or sedation | About 5 days after surgery | Not needed |
| Double chin muscle tightening (platysmaplasty) | Under the chin and neck | About 60 minutes | Sedation | About 7 days after surgery | Not needed |