Facelift in Guadalajara with Dr. César López
Timeless facial rejuvenation with surgical precision and natural elegance
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What is a facelift?
Over time, the face changes—but those changes don’t always reflect how you feel inside. A facelift, or rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure that redefines facial contours by lifting and tightening tissues that have lost firmness, helping you achieve a more youthful and natural appearance.
This procedure targets visible signs of aging in the mid and lower face, including sagging cheeks, deep nasolabial folds, loss of jawline definition, fat accumulation under the chin, and loose skin along the neck. It remains one of the most effective and long-lasting options for facial rejuvenation.
Dr. César López has extensive experience in various facelift techniques and will recommend the best approach based on your anatomy, facial aging, and aesthetic goals.
The surgery lasts approximately 3 to 4 hours, is performed under local anesthesia with sedation, and requires an overnight hospital stay. Initial recovery takes about 15 days, and final results are typically seen around 6 months after the procedure.
- Requirements: Complete blood count, coagulation times, blood chemistry. Cardiac evaluation is required for patients over 50 years old.
- Postoperative care: Driving should be avoided for the first 24 hours. LED light therapy is recommended, and direct sun exposure should be avoided to protect the treated skin and promote proper healing.
¿Quién es buen candidato para el rejuvenecimiento facial?
- Has notado flacidez en las mejillas, la mandíbula o el cuello
- Presentas pliegues faciales profundos o papada
- Sientes que tu apariencia no refleja tu energía o personalidad
- Gozas de buena salud y no presentas condiciones que afecten la cicatrización
- Comprendes que el objetivo es rejuvenecer sin cambiar tu identidad
This procedure is not recommended if
- Tienes enfermedades no controladas (diabetes, problemas cardiovasculares, etc.)
- Buscas resultados perfectos o cambios drásticos
- Te has sometido recientemente a una cirugía facial
Benefits of a facelift
Undergoing plastic surgery with Dr. César López means more than simply refining a feature: it's about restoring balance, regaining confidence, and achieving results that feel as good as they look. Each procedure is designed not only to improve specific areas of the face or body, but also to improve overall harmony, comfort and well-being.Dr. César López Romero va mucho más allá de un cambio estético. Es una decisión orientada a recuperar la armonía del rostro, mejorar la proporción facial y reflejar una apariencia que esté alineada con cómo te sientes.
Long-lasting, natural-looking rejuvenation
Dr. López's facelift technique lifts not only the skin but also the deeper layers of the face, restoring the youthful contour and preventing an artificial appearance. The results can last 10 years or longer.10 años o más.
Improving facial harmony and proportion
By addressing the loss of tissue in the middle and lower part of the face, the procedure improves the definition of the jawline and smooths rough folds, restoring facial balance.restaurando el equilibrio facial.
Scar placement that respects aesthetics
Las incisiones se colocan estratégicamenteThe incisions are hidden along the hairline and behind the ears, making them virtually invisible once healed.
Appropriate for a wide age range
While most patients are in their 40s and 60s, facelifts can be successfully performed on patients in their 70s or even 80s, depending on their health and skin quality.uede realizarse con éxito en personas de 70 u 80 años, siempre que cuenten con buena salud y adecuada calidad de piel.
The process and recovery
Both surgical and recovery processes follow a safe line, personally guided by Dr. López.ruta segura, estructurada y cuidadosamente supervisada, bajo la atención directa del Dr. César López Romero y su equipo.
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Personalized planning
The facelift is performed in a certified operating room at a hospital with local or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the procedure.consulta individual. El Dr. César López Romero y su equipo evalúan la calidad y elasticidad de la piel, el grado de flacidez, la estructura muscular, la distribución de la grasa facial y la armonía general del rostro para diseñar un plan quirúrgico totalmente personalizado.
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Surgical procedure
Dr. López lifts the skin, tightens the underlying muscles, redistributes fat and softens the skin without tension. Excess tissue is removed and the incisions are closed with fine sutures.Dr. César López Romero y su equipo elevan la piel y trabaja las estructuras profundas del rostro para redefinir los contornos y recuperar la firmeza.
El exceso de tejido se retira cuidadosamente y las incisiones se cierran con suturas finas, favoreciendo una cicatrización discreta y resultados naturales.
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Early recovery
Patients are discharged once both Dr. López and the anesthesiology team are discharged.Dr. César López Romero como el equipo de anestesiología confirman que puede regresar a casa con total seguridad.
Este proceso garantiza un alta médica responsable y controlada.
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Follow-up care
Bruising and swelling are to be expected. The discomfort is usually mild and is controlled with prescription medications. After 10 days, the sutures are removed and patients can begin to resume light activities.hinchazón y pequeños hematomas, que disminuyen de forma progresiva. Las molestias suelen ser leves y se manejan eficazmente con la medicación indicada.
Aproximadamente a los 10 días, se retiran las suturas y los pacientes pueden comenzar a retomar actividades ligeras, siguiendo siempre las recomendaciones médicas.
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Final results
The final results are stabilized; scars fade and facial contours take on their natural shape.contornos faciales recuperan una apariencia natural y rejuvenecida. El resultado final refleja un rostro más fresco, armónico y acorde a la edad y estructura del paciente.
-Dr César López Romero.
Why choose Dr. César López Romero
Choosing a specialist is an important decision. Each treatment is approached with responsible medical care and individualized attention, always prioritizing patient safety and well-being.
What sets him apart:
- Natural-looking results designed to respect facial harmony.
- Use of advanced technologies and up-to-date techniques.
- High safety standards in every procedure.
Recognitions and Contributions
- Silver Award for Best International Collaboration in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal, 2021.
- Contributions featured in Forbes Mexico, Woman Style, and Liderazgo Elite Magazine.
- Honorary Doctorate awarded by the World Leaders Organization, April 2025.
Do you have any questions?
We're here to help. Send us your questions and our team will respond clearly and carefully. Your comfort, safety and peace of mind are important to us.
What's the difference between a small facelift and a full facelift?
A mini facelift focuses on the lower part of the face and is less invasive, suitable for the first signs of aging. A full face lift treats deeper tissues and more advanced laxity for longer-lasting results. Dr. Lopez will determine which approach is right for you.extensión del tratamiento y el grado de flacidez que se corrige.El mini estiramiento facial se enfoca principalmente en la parte inferior del rostro y es una opción adecuada cuando los signos de envejecimiento son leves. El estiramiento facial completo aborda capas más profundas y una laxitud más avanzada, ofreciendo resultados más completos y duraderos.
When can I return to work or social activities?
Most patients resume light activities within 7 to 10 days and return to social or work life by the third week, depending on healing and confidence, with swelling or bruising.actividades ligeras entre los 7 y 10 días. La reincorporación a la vida social o laboral suele darse alrededor de la tercera semana, dependiendo del proceso de recuperación y de la disminución de la inflamación.
How long do the results last?
The results usually last 8 to 12 years. As you age, you'll always look younger than if you hadn't had the procedure. Maintenance procedures can help prolong results.8 y 12 años. Aunque el proceso natural de envejecimiento continúa, el rostro siempre se verá más joven que si no se hubiera realizado el procedimiento. Algunos tratamientos de mantenimiento pueden ayudar a prolongar los resultados con el paso del tiempo.
Will I look different after a facelift?
You'll look like a younger, more rested version of yourself, not like someone else. Dr. López's goal is to restore, not transform. Your friends may notice that you look “refreshed” without realizing that the surgery was done.versión más joven, fresca y descansada de mí mismo, no un rostro diferente. El objetivo del Dr. López es restaurar y rejuvenecer, no transformar.
¿Las cicatrices del estiramiento facial serán visibles?
Las incisiones se realizan en zonas estratégicas y discretas, generalmente alrededor de la línea del cabello y detrás de las orejas, para que las cicatrices queden bien camufladas. Con el paso del tiempo, estas se atenúan de forma progresiva y suelen volverse poco perceptibles, especialmente al seguir las indicaciones de cuidado postoperatorio.