What is a Mid-Face Lift?

日期 05/09/2025

When it comes to facial rejuvenation to restore a bright, youthful, and firm appearance, a Face Lift is an excellent option. As we age, skin laxity begins to appear, a sign of aging that bothers many. However, this problem may only occur in specific areas, or one might want to improve a particular part of the face, especially the mid-face region, which extends from under the eyes to the upper lip. In such cases, a Mid-Face Lift is the most suitable choice. Who is this type of lifting surgery for? How does it differ from a traditional Face Lift or a Mini Face Lift? Top Med World, a leading Medical Tourism provider in Thailand, is here to explain.

What is a Mid-Face Lift?

A Mid-Face Lift is a surgical procedure to lift and tighten the skin and tissues in the central part of the face, from the lower eyelid margin to the upper lip. It is a type of cosmetic surgery that addresses sagging in the cheek and cheekbone areas, which are among the most noticeable places where skin laxity appears with age. A Mid-Face Lift helps to reposition the malar fat pad, which has descended, back to its original, higher position. This results in an overall brighter, more youthful facial appearance and effectively reduces the signs of aging in a clear and efficient manner.

Advantages of a Mid-Face Lift

Choosing a Mid-Face Lift offers several advantages, such as:

Precisely targets specific problem areas.
Small surgical incisions that are not easily visible.
Faster recovery time.
Provides natural-looking results.
As a localized surgery, it is considered safer.

Who is a Mid-Face Lift suitable for?

A mid-face lift is suitable for individuals with localized sagging, particularly those in their late 30s to 40s who do not yet have significant sagging along the jawline and neck. The specific problems it addresses include:

Sagging or drooping cheeks: Lack of volume in the cheekbone area, making the face appear flat.
Deep nasolabial folds: Prominent lines running from the sides of the nose to the corners of the mouth.
Undefined cheekbones: The face lacks dimension and vitality.
Hollow under-eyes or deep tear troughs: Caused by the descent of cheek tissue.
Individuals who desire natural-looking results and a quicker recovery than a full facelift.

How does a Mid-Face Lift differ from a Traditional Face Lift?

When discussing the differences between a Mid-Face Lift and a Traditional Face Lift, the primary distinction lies in the surgical area. This can be explained simply as follows:

Feature	Mid-Face Lift	Traditional Face Lift
Target Area	The central part of the face: from below the lower eyelid to above the upper lip, focusing on the cheeks and cheekbones.	The middle to lower face and neck: covering the cheeks, jowls, marionette lines, and neck.
Problems Addressed	Drooping cheeks, deep nasolabial folds, flat cheekbones.	Overall facial sagging, undefined jawline, double chin, nasolabial folds, and deep marionette lines.
Target Group	Often younger individuals (30s-40s+) with localized sagging.	Often older individuals (40s-50s+) with widespread skin laxity in multiple areas.
Incision Type	Smaller incisions, which may be hidden in the hairline at the temples or along the lower eyelid margin.	Longer incisions, typically starting at the temples, running in front of the ear, and extending behind the ear.
Recovery Time	Shorter.	Longer.

In summary, a Mid-Face Lift is a better option if you do not have issues with your jawline or the area under your chin. However, if sagging is present across the face down to the jaw and neck, a Traditional Face Lift is a more comprehensive choice.

How does a Mid-Face Lift differ from a Mini Face Lift?

Here is a simple explanation of the difference between a Mid-Face Lift and a Mini Face Lift:

Feature	Mid-Face Lift	Mini Face Lift
Primary Surgical Area	Mid-face (cheeks, cheekbones).	Lower face (jawline, facial contour) or areas determined by the surgeon.
Problems Addressed	• Drooping, flat cheeks lacking volume<br>• Deep nasolabial folds<br>• Hollow under-eyes	• Jawline beginning to lose definition<br>• Minor jowls<br>• Sagging skin on the lower face
Ideal Candidate	Someone primarily concerned with drooping cheeks but who still has a well-defined jawline.	Someone whose cheeks have not significantly drooped but is starting to see sagging along the jawline.
Analogy	A "vertical lift" to restore volume to the cheeks.	A "pulling back" motion to tighten the sagging jawline.

Simply put, a Mini Face Lift is a more localized procedure, where the surgeon determines which specific area to address. In contrast, a Mid-Face Lift focuses on correcting issues in the central part of the face.

Mid-Face Lift with TopMedWorld

Top Med World is a leader in Medical Tourism in Thailand, offering comprehensive services that include airport pickup, booking 5-star hotels with meals, extensive post-operative care, and 5-star tour packages, along with complete medical treatment services. We also have promotions for Mid-Face Lifts, Mini Face Lifts, and full Traditional Face Lifts.

Recommended Mid-Face Lift Clinics in Thailand

At Top Med World, we partner with leading clinics and hospitals renowned for cosmetic surgery, featuring expert surgeons specializing in Mid-Face Lifts, Mini Face Lifts, and Traditional Face Lifts. These include:

ID Clinic
Wansiri Hospital
Masterpiece Hospital
Kamol Cosmetic Hospital
Bangkok Hospital

If you would like more information, Top Med World offers special price packages and promotions for surgical procedures from leading hospitals and clinics in Thailand and around the world. Contact us to schedule an appointment or for an online consultation with a doctor.

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