Op. Dr. Oğuzhan Aydoğdu hangi işlemleri yapmaktadır?

Samsun'daki kliniğimizde burun estetiği (rinoplasti), meme estetiği, karın germe, liposuction, yüz germe ve botoks-dolgu gibi medikal estetik uygulamaları gerçekleştirilmektedir.

Burun estetiği sonrası iyileşme süreci nasıldır?

Hastalarımız genellikle 1 hafta sonra sosyal hayatlarına dönebilmektedir. Burun yapısının tam oturması ve ödemlerin tamamen geçmesi 6 ay ile 1 yıl arasında sürer.

Medikal estetik uygulamaları ne kadar kalıcıdır?

Botoks uygulamaları ortalama 4-6 ay, dolgu uygulamaları ise kullanılan materyale ve bölgeye göre 12-18 ay arasında kalıcılık göstermektedir.

What is SMAS Facelift? Differences from Classic Facelift

What is SMAS Facelift and Why is it So Important?

SMAS facelift is a modern facelift technique that provides more natural and long-lasting rejuvenation by lifting not only the skin but also the sagging support tissues of the face.

Facelift surgeries have undergone a significant transformation from the past to the present. While methods that only stretched the skin were applied in the past, today the goal is not just to make the face look tight; it is to accurately reposition the anatomical structure of the face to its youthful location. For this reason, the SMAS technique forms the foundation of the modern approach within facelift surgeries.

SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) is the connective tissue layer that carries the mimic muscles and soft tissues of the face, acting as a bridge between the skin and the muscles. This structure is the main support system of the face and shifts downward with aging.

How Does SMAS Facelift Work?

During the aging process, it is not just the skin that loosens; the deep tissues of the face also shift downward. Cheeks drop, the jawline loses its definition, and the facial contour is disrupted. In SMAS facelift surgery, not only is the skin tightened, but this support system is also shaped and repositioned. Thus, the result is not only tight but also balanced, natural, and longer-lasting.

The SMAS Technique According to Op. Dr. Oğuzhan Aydoğdu

Facelift surgeries have been performed using many different techniques in the history of plastic surgery. Based on my own clinical experience, I can clearly state this: surgeries where only the skin is tightened often do not provide sufficiently natural and permanent results. This is because facial aging is not just about the skin; it is about the displacement of deep tissues.

I actively use the SMAS structure in the surgeries I perform; in procedures performed without including the SMAS, excessive load is placed on the skin, and re-sagging becomes inevitable over time. In my own practice, I prefer the deep plane facelift approach, which gives the strongest result, especially in advanced cases.

How is SMAS Facelift Performed?

SMAS facelift surgery can be applied with different techniques, but the main goal is the same: to provide a more natural and balanced rejuvenation by supporting the support system of the face.

SMAS plication: The SMAS tissue is folded and tightened.
SMASectomy: Excess SMAS tissue is removed.
SMAS flap: The SMAS is lifted and repositioned; it provides the strongest lifting effect.

What is the Difference Between Classic Facelift and SMAS?

In classic facelift surgeries, only the skin is tightened. This often creates an artificial feeling of tension. In the SMAS technique, however, the support system—not the surface—is supported. This way, both a more natural appearance is achieved and the results are preserved for a much longer time.

Feature	Classic (Skin Lift)	SMAS Facelift
Target Area	Skin only	Skin + SMAS
Naturalness	Low	More natural
Longevity	2-4 years	5-10 years
Feeling of Tension	Excessive	Less
Depth of Effect	Superficial	Deeper

Who is Suitable for SMAS Facelift?

Those with significant sagging in the face
Those who have lost their jawline and cheek contour
Those who want more natural and long-lasting results
Patients who cannot achieve sufficient results with skin lifting alone

How Long Does SMAS Facelift Last?

SMAS facelift surgery generally provides longevity between 5–10 years. This is because not only the skin but also the support system of the face is restructured. Although the aging process continues, the face continues to progress from a younger starting point.

Which is More Effective: SMAS or Deep Plane?

SMAS techniques tighten and support the face; however, for some patients, this may not be sufficient. In more advanced cases, the tissues need to be completely repositioned, and at this point, the deep plane approach provides stronger and more natural results.

Conclusion: Facelift is No Longer Just Stretching

Facelift surgery is no longer just about stretching the skin. The goal is not to make the face look tighter, but to achieve a younger, more rested, and more natural appearance. The choice of the correct technique and the surgeon's experience are the most decisive factors in this process.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SMAS facelift a painful surgery?

There may be slight pain and tension after the surgery, but most patients go through the process much more comfortably than they expect.

Will there be scars after SMAS facelift?

Incisions are hidden in natural areas such as around the ears and the scalp. Scars lose their prominence over time and are not noticed from the outside.