HIFU Versus Surgery
Here is a summary of the main differences between a HIFU face lift and a surgical face lift:
| Is it invasive? | Cost? | Recovery Time | Risks | How well does it work? | How long does it last? | |
| HIFU | Non-invasive, no incisions | £300 | None, there is no downtime | None, side effects include redness and swelling | In a study, 94% of clients said that their face had been lifted after a 3 month period | One to two years |
| Surgical face lift | An invasive procedure with incisions and stitches | Over £5,000 | 2-4 weeks | All the standard surgical risks including the risk of the anaesthetic, bleeding, infection, pain and scarring. | In a study, 98% of people said the results met or exceeded their expectations. | Results last longer with face lifts, with results remaining satisfactory for an average of 10 years. |