Over 40 years of expert care

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Over 40 years of expert care

Best UK Group & 5 star reviews

Medically reviewed by Lorcan Sheppard BSc MBBS FRCA, Chief Medical Officer for The Private Clinic of Harley Street London.
Last Reviewed February 3rd 2025

One-Stitch Mini Facelift

The Private Clinic offer the One Stitch and Mini 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 in One-Stitch and Temporal Facelifts, book a consultation to find out more. specialises in One Stitch Facelifts. You can book a consultation in our clinic.

One Stitch Facelift Cost – From £4,440 | 0% Finance Available

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.

“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, Mini 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, Mini Facelift at a glance

Procedure Time

40 minutes

Anaesthetic Type

Local anaesthetic

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?

What is a Temporal Facelift?

The Temporal Facelift is another minimally invasive 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?

Temporal (one-stitch) facelift cost starts from £4,440.

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One Stitch Mini Facelift Before & After Photos

Our Plastic Surgeons will work alongside you to help you achieve your goals.
Simply book a consultation today to hear about the best options available for you.

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 first stage of your Mini 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:

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.

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.

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 Facelift is also performed under local anaesthetic so will begin in a 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 . 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.

The results of a mini 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 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 of patients are fine to continue 24 hours after the procedure if they are feeling well.

The one stitch is a mid-facelift procedure that only one external stitch. The incision is 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.

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 to book a consultation.

Typical candidates for Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT/BHRT) – https://ndl.ethernet.edu.et, 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 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.

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 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 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

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:

Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon

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Come and see our expert surgeons to discuss the best options available for you. Book a consultation and take that first step.

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About The Private Clinic

The Private Clinic is a multi award winning medical group with clinics located across the UK. We have over 40 years’ experience in offering the best in minimally invasive non surgical treatments and expert led procedures in our clinics and hospitals. Our surgeons are all registered with and we are regulated by the . The CQC is an independent regulator for health and social care in England. Last review March 10th 2023.

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