Yes. You will meet your consultant during your initial consultation, and they will oversee your treatment plan and aftercare to ensure consistency, safety, and the highest standard of results.
Micro Facelift at our newly renovated day-surgery located at 101 Harley Street, Marylebone, London.
At 101 Harley Street, our surgeons prioritise precision, natural aesthetics, and bespoke planning, ensuring results that feel authentic to your features.
Located in the heart of Harley Street, London, our surgical centre is equipped with advanced facilities to ensure safety, precision, and a natural result that complements your unique facial features.
A micro facelift is a minimally invasive surgical procedure that lifts and tightens the lower face through small, discreet incisions placed around the ear. It targets early jowling, mild skin laxity, and soft tissue descent along the jawline, delivering a fresher, more youthful appearance without altering your natural facial character.
Sometimes referred to as a short-scar facelift or mini facelift, the procedure is designed for patients who are noticing the early signs of facial ageing but are not yet ready for, or do not require, a full or deep plane facelift. It works on the underlying tissues rather than just the skin surface, producing results that look natural and last.
At 101 Harley Street, a micro facelift takes 1 to 2 hours, is performed under local anaesthetic with sedation or general anaesthetic, and is carried out as a day case. Most patients return to work within 5 to 7 days, with full recovery at 4 to 6 weeks and final results visible at 2 to 3 months.
This technique is ideal for patients who want:
A subtle lower-face lift
Faster recovery than a traditional facelift
Minimal scarring
Natural results that still preserve facial expression and personality
At 101 Harley Street, patient satisfaction is at the heart of everything we do. Our reviews reflect the expertise of our consultants, the quality of our care, and the exceptional results our patients experience. From your first consultation to full recovery, our team is dedicated to providing a seamless, supportive and reassuring journey, something our patients consistently highlight in their feedback. Below you can see our verified google reviews. You can also see more reviews on Doctify.
Doctor Dan Wright is not only one of the kindest and nicest human beings you could ever meet he’s one of the most professional. At every stage of my procedure I felt reassured and in very safe hands. I would not normally post a review of anything that isn’t a restaurant or a barber but I felt compelled to here because my experience was so wonderful. Fantastic stuff. Brilliant.
I recently had surgery at 101 Harley Street and was impressed by the level of care and professionalism displayed by the entire team. I was greeted with friendly staff which immediately made me feel comforted, and this genuine care continued throughout the entire journey. I highly recommend this clinic to anyone seeking quality medical care.
Dr Dan and his team at 101 are exceptional. I was made to feel so comfortable and relaxed during my procedure and everything is done with the highest level of professionalism. Can’t recommend them enough!
Staff were all extremely kind and thoughtful all through the process. I always come away feeling like I’ve had the best chat with good friends over a delicious coffee in a gorgeous spot. And all the while… also leaving with healthier skin. I’ve loved working with Emma and Duncan and everyone else at 101!
I had a procedure recently at 101 and I’m so happy with how it went! The staff and the consultant were super friendly and made me feel safe and welcome. The results of my procedure are fantastic and I will recommend to all of my friends and family.
You may be suitable for a Micro Facelift if you:
Notice early sagging along the jawline
Have mild jowls or early loss of definition
Want rejuvenation without a dramatic change
Prefer minimal scarring and shorter downtime
Are not yet ready for a full facelift or deep plane facelift
Your surgeon will assess your facial structure, skin quality, and your goals to determine whether a micro facelift is the most appropriate option.
| What’s Included in Your Treatment |
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A comprehensive consultation with your specialist surgeon |
Pre-operative medical assessment and anaesthetic review |
State-of-the-art day-surgery facilities in our Harley Street clinic |
Procedure performed by an experienced consultant plastic or oculoplastic surgeon |
Post-operative care plan, including review appointments and healing support |
It is common to have questions about a surgical procedure. Some key questions here that we receive from patients considering a Micro Facelift.
If you are looking for more general information about what happens from your first consultation to aftercare. Visit our Your Journey page to understand how we guide each patient through the consultation, surgery, and recovery process within our Harley Street surgical centre.
A micro facelift is a more focused, less extensive procedure than a full facelift. It addresses the lower face through small incisions placed around the ear, targeting early jowling, mild skin laxity, and soft tissue descent along the jawline. A full facelift involves longer incisions and addresses more significant laxity across a wider area of the face and neck. The micro facelift is better suited to patients with early to moderate signs of ageing in the lower face who want a natural result with minimal scarring and a shorter recovery. Patients with more advanced laxity or concerns extending into the neck are likely to achieve better results with a full facelift. Your surgeon at 101 Harley Street will advise on the most appropriate procedure for your anatomy at consultation.
The results of a micro facelift are long-lasting because the procedure addresses the underlying facial tissues rather than the skin surface alone. Most patients enjoy their results for several years. Natural ageing continues after surgery, but from a more youthful baseline. Factors including skin quality, lifestyle, sun exposure, and genetics all influence how results age over time. Your surgeon will give you a realistic picture of longevity based on your individual anatomy at consultation.
A micro facelift is performed under anaesthetic, so you will not experience any pain during the procedure. Some tightness, mild discomfort, and swelling around the lower face and jaw in the days following surgery is normal and expected. Your clinical team at 101 Harley Street will provide prescribed pain management as part of your post-operative care plan, and most patients find any discomfort settles considerably within the first week. Most patients take 5 to 7 days off work and return to normal activities within 1 to 2 weeks.
The incisions used in a micro facelift are small and placed discreetly around the ear, within the natural hairline and skin creases. This placement means scarring is well concealed and typically very difficult to detect once fully healed. Your surgeon at 101 Harley Street will discuss scar placement and what to expect at each stage of healing at your pre-operative consultation, and full scar care guidance is included as part of your post-operative plan.
A micro facelift is not defined by age but by the degree of facial change present. It is most appropriate for patients who are noticing early jowling, mild jawline softening, or the beginnings of skin laxity in the lower face, and who want to address these concerns before they become more pronounced. Patients with more significant laxity or changes across the mid-face and neck may achieve better results with a full facelift. There is no fixed upper age limit, provided the patient is in good general health and a suitable candidate for anaesthetic. Your surgeon will assess your suitability fully at consultation.
A micro facelift targets early ageing in the lower face using smaller incisions and shorter downtime, whereas a full facelift addresses more advanced sagging and includes deeper tissue repositioning.
Results typically last 5–7 years, depending on age, skin quality, and lifestyle.
Scars are placed discreetly around the ear and typically fade very well over time.
Most patients experience mild discomfort or tightness, which is easily managed with simple pain relief.
Yes. Common combinations include:
Neck tightening
Buccal fat removal
Chin augmentation
Upper or lower blepharoplasty
Your surgeon will advise on the best approach for your goals.
Results are long-lasting. With proper care and avoiding heavy earrings, the repair should remain stable for many years.
All procedures at 101 Harley Street are carried out by highly qualified consultants and specialists who are leaders in their respective fields. Each practitioner has extensive experience within both the NHS and private practice and is registered with the General Medical Council (GMC). You can explore our consultants here.
Absolutely. During your enquiry process, our patient team will recommend the most suitable consultant for your treatment, but you are always welcome to request a specific doctor or surgeon if you prefer.
Yes. You will meet your consultant during your initial consultation, and they will oversee your treatment plan and aftercare to ensure consistency, safety, and the highest standard of results.
Our generously proportioned theatre can accommodate cases performed under general anaesthetic, intravenous sedation and local anaesthetic. We also have two treatment/ consultation rooms where consultations and other minor operative procedures can be performed.
Our spacious, newly modernised operating theatre has been designed and equipped to provide surgeons and anaesthetists with an optimised environment to perform ambulatory day case surgical procedures. It is a very flexible space and can accommodate a wide range of non-infectious cases performed with local anaesthesia, IV sedation or full TIVA general anaesthesia (ASA Grade 1 and 2 only).
To learn more about what is involved before, during and after surgery, visit our journey page below.
Each member of our team of friendly, welcoming and highly skilled nurses and administrative staff has been individually chosen for their compassion, enthusiasm and dedication to providing our patients and medical staff with an unparalleled level of care.
Our surgery is located on Harley Street in Marylebone, London, within one of the world’s most prestigious and historic medical districts. Situated at 101 Harley Street, the clinic offers a discreet and refined setting in the heart of Central London, bringing together leading consultants, advanced facilities and personalised care.
We welcome patients from across the world, as well as patients travelling to London from across the UK and internationally for specialist medical, surgical and aesthetic treatments.
Our location benefits from excellent transport connections. Regent’s Park, Oxford Circus and Baker Street Underground stations are all within easy walking distance, while major London rail stations and international airports including Heathrow, Gatwick and London City provide convenient access for national and international visitors.
Whether you are travelling from within London or further afield, our Harley Street clinic provides a calm, professional environment designed to deliver exceptional care in one of the capital’s most respected medical locations.
