- One-stitch facelift as featured in Tatler & Harper’s Bazaar
- Minimal downtime, with hidden scarring in the hairline
- Performed under local anaesthetic with low risk of swelling & bruising
- 0% Finance Available
What’s on this page
- About this Treatment
- Before & Afters
- What to Expect
- FAQs
- Our Clinics
- Things to Consider
- Why the Private Clinic
- Meet the Surgeons
Medically reviewed by Lorcan Sheppard BSc MBBS FRCA, Chief Medical Officer for The Private Clinic of Harley Street London.
Last Reviewed February 3rd 2025
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One-Stitch Facelift
As we begin to age, one of the first places to show the visible signs is our face such as sagging skin or droop. Many do not want to undergo full facelift surgery with long downtimes, or they feel that they do not need full facelift. A one stitch facelift or mini facelift is exactly that, a facelift with one incision point and one stitch within minimal downtime too.
The Private Clinic offer the One Stitch and Temporal Facelift exclusively in London. It is proving to be a highly popular procedure in 2020 due to the many advantages it can achieve. Our expert Plastic Surgeons have extensive experience in One-Stitch and Temporal Facelifts, book a consultation to find out more. Mr Davood Fallahdar specialises in One Stitch Facelifts. You can book a consultation in our London Harley Street clinic.
“I’m delighted with my temporal facelift. No one could tell, but everyone kept commenting on how great I looked. I feel like a new person.” Jane B, London
What is a One Stitch or Mini Facelift?
The One-Stitch facelift or 3D Facelift procedure is much less invasive than a full facelift and can be safely carried out under local anaesthetic. The results are a little more subtle in comparison and very effective in producing a firmer, tighter and more rejuvenated appearance to the face.
One-Stitch Facelift at a glance
Procedure Time
40 minutes
Anaesthetic Type
Local anaesthetic
Hospital Stay
Day case
Support Garments
None
Washing
1 Day
Driving
1 day
Up & Mobile
immediately
Sexual Activity
4 – 6 weeks
Back to Work
1 day
Exercise
6 weeks
Travel
6 weeks
Recovery Time
6 – 8 weeks
Sleeping
Elevated on back for 1-2 weeks
Final Results
6 – 12 months
What are the advantages of a One Stitch or Mini Facelift?
- Targets the mid-face and can improve the jaw line
- Minimal downtime
- Low risk of swelling & bruising
- Minimal hidden scarring within the hairline
- Performed under local anaesthetic
- Back to work in no time at all
- No one need know and you will look refreshed and younger
What is a Temporal Facelift?
The Temporal Facelift is another minimally invasive facelift procedure that concentrates on the eyebrows to the midface. It is a quick procedure performed under local anaesthetic with a much smaller scar than a traditional facelift. The results are effective in producing a natural-looking lift to the face.
What are the advantages of a Temporal facelift?
- Short 5-6cm scar hidden within the temporal hairline, no one can see it
- Targets the upper face
- Performed under local anaesthetic
- Minimal downtime
- Low risk of swelling & bruising
- Back to work in no time at all and no one needs to know
- As featured in Harper’s Bazaar’s Cosmetic Tweakment Trends
- Featured in Get The Gloss’s Beauty and Wellness Trends
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One Stitch Facelift Before & After Photos
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What to Expect
The Private Clinic has been treating patients for over 40 years with thousands of people placing their trust in us each year. We pride ourselves on being able to offer a personalised service. We have a team of friendly nurses and expert surgeons who understand the importance of this decision and will support you throughout your journey with us.
The Consultation
The first stage of your One Stitch Facelift treatment journey will be a consultation with one of our expert Facelift surgeons.
At your consultation, your surgeon will go through the procedure in detail and examine the area.
Your surgeon will then discuss:
- Your medical history
- Your expectations from Facelift surgery
- Risks and Complications of One Stitch Facelift surgery
- Aftercare
Following your consultation, you will be introduced to your dedicated patient coordinator who will be your point of contact should you wish to proceed with one stitch facelift surgery.
Pre-Operative Advice
In the interests of patient safety, all our patients are assessed against our patient selection criteria. Following your consultation and review of your past medical history, the physician or preoperative nurse will choose any pre-operative tests considered to be appropriate, most of which are routine blood tests.
One-Stitch Mini Facelift Treatment
The One Stitch Facelift is performed under local anaesthetic so your procedure will start with a small injection to the area being treated which will then eventually become numb.
Once numb your surgeon will then make a small incision within the hairline, so no one will be able to see it. The skin is then removed and a stitch is passed through the deep tissue within the cheek which is then tightened and secured before the incision is closed with dissolvable sutures.
The Temporal Facelift is also performed under local anaesthetic so will begin in a similar way with a small injection of local anaesthesia to numb the area being treated. The surgeon will then make an incision above the hairline at the temples. The skin is then separated from the fat and muscle below and the underlying muscle and SMAS membranes are tightened. The skin is then pulled back and any excess is removed and the incision is closed with dissolvable sutures. A blepharoplasty is often performed at the same time as a temporal facelift.
After your One-Stitch Mini Facelift
The results of a one-stitch facelift and temporal facelift are still long-lasting as the procedure involves removing the skin. However, you will still age as normal so the results of your facelift may change slightly over time but the effects should remain visible for a long time after surgery.
The downtime after a One-Stitch Facelift and Temporal Facelift is minimal with many patients feeling able to return to work the next day.
A follow-up appointment with a clinic nurse will be made 1-2 weeks following your procedure to check your wounds. You will then have a 6 week follow-up appointment with your Surgeon to assess your results.
The Private Clinic have collaborated with Chrysalis Finance to offer 0% finance for our patients.*
*Acceptance is subject to status. Terms and conditions apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
You will not be able to drive on the day after having a one stitch or temporal facelift procedure but the majority of patients are fine to continue driving 24 hours after the procedure if they are feeling well.
The one stitch facelift is a mid-facelift procedure that only involves one external stitch. The incision is located in the hairline close to the top of the year. It targets the top cheek bone area but many notice a subtle lift in the jawline area too.
To find out more click here to book a consultation.
The one stitch facelift and temporal facelift are very similar in that they both are performed under local anaesthetic and involve minimal downtime.
A one stitch facelift however is designed to target the mid-face area whereas the temporal facelift is best for the upper face.
A temporal facelift targets the upper eye and brow area with the incision being made close the temple within the hair line.
To find out more click here to book a consultation.
Typical candidates for the one stitch or temporal facelift are patients in their 40’s, 50s and early 60s who are starting to experience facial sagging and lack of elasticity.
The one stitch or temporal facelift is ideal for busy professional patients that want to look refreshed but are not able to take long periods of time off work to recover. It is also great for patients who do not wish to have a complete dramatic change but more of a subtle lift.
To find out more about your suitability for a one stitch or temporal facelift click here to book a consultation.
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Things to Consider
Our advice on what to consider when deciding to have a one-stitch facelift procedure:
1. When choosing a clinic, you should always do your research, and only go to an established, reputable clinic.
The Private Clinic has been in the cosmetic surgery industry for over 40 years. We are here to answer all of your questions and give you peace of mind.
2. When choosing a surgeon, make sure you know who you’ll be seeing. Their expertise, qualifications and patient satisfaction rate are important factors to take into consideration.
At The Private Clinic, we only source the most experienced and specialised surgeons. Find out more about our plastic surgeons here.
3. Price should never be the deciding factor when choosing where to have your treatment. Safety should be your number one priority and feeling confident that they will look after you – not only before, but also after your procedure
4. When it sounds too good to be true, it often is. Always find out what your clinic’s reputation is.
Our excellent reputation for patient safety and satisfaction, honest advice and outstanding care means your journey with The Private Clinic will be an exciting experience to a newfound shape.
Why Choose The Private Clinic
- The Private Clinic are a multi-award-winning Cosmetic Surgery provider with over 40 years’ experience.
- We have world-class top specialist facial plastic surgeons.
- Dedicated care with your expert surgeon and nursing team, and a 24 hour help line.
- We have state of the art hospital facilities.
- Competitively priced for our expertise and experience.
- As many post-operative care appointments with your surgeon and nursing team as required.
- Comprehensive patient information, every step of the way.
- 5 Star Trustpilot Rating.
Meet our Surgeons
The Private Clinic has a second-to-none reputation for working with the best surgeons in the UK.
We afford our patients quality care before, during and long after their procedure. Our One Stitch Facelift team includes:
