
Midface is a facial rejuvenation aesthetic that targets the cheeks and cheekbones of the face, including the lower eyelids. Endoscopic midface lift is also known as midface lifting. In this surgical procedure, sagging, wrinkles and sunken appearances in the midface are eliminated, giving the person a younger, brighter facial expression. The general purpose of the midface area is to give the face a more aesthetic appearance in general with an endoscopic method.
This method reveals extremely effective results to lift up the mid-face tissues that sag downward with aging and to achieve a younger, fresher and taut appearance. These effective results make midface lift attractive for every person who wants to look younger.
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What Does Midface Lift Target?
Midface lift has an important place among facial feminization procedures with its natural and visible results. Knowing what this procedure directly targets can be important to make people’s expectations realistic.
Objectives of Midface Lift:
- To achieve a smoother face by increasing the fullness of the cheeks,
- To reduce nasolabial lines (folds between nose and lip) and achieve a flawless appearance,
- To re-volumize the loss of volume above the cheekbones, if any,
- To move the face that hangs down due to the weight on the lower part of the face back up,
- To make the transition between the under-eye area and the cheek softer.
- These benefits and goals increase the interest and demand for midface lift.
What is the Difference Between Classic Facelift and Midface Lift?
To better understand Midface, it is necessary to understand the differences between it and a classic facelift. These differences help people to determine more clearly the places that need to be changed on the face. While the classic facelift usually targets the jawline, neck and lower face, the Midface lift focuses on the middle third of the face (under the eyes – cheekbones – cheeks). This method, unlike classical facelift, is preferred in the 30s-40s or in cases where sagging is mild.
How is Midface Lift Performed?
The procedure involves a delicate and important process and proceeds as follows:
- The endoscopic method (with camera, minimally invasive) is generally preferred for the midface lift.
- It is usually performed under anesthesia. The procedure starts with small incisions in the scalp or lower eyelid. Then the soft tissues are lifted up and fixed.
- Sometimes it is combined with materials and procedures such as fat injection or fillers.
- The procedure usually takes 1-2 hours.
Advantages of Midface Lift
In addition to its goals and benefits, the advantages of this effective procedure are many. Here are the main advantages;
- It gives the person a more natural and youthful appearance,
- The risk of scarring after the procedure is extremely low,
- The recovery time is shorter and faster compared to a classic facelift,
- It is a very suitable procedure for the middle age group.
Who is a Suitable Candidate for Midface Lift?
- Those who notice mild to moderate sagging of the cheeks,
- Those who want a permanent and effective solution rather than a temporary one,
- It is a suitable surgical procedure for people who think that they have lost their youthful appearance but do not yet have much sagging in the neck or lower face.
Especially for those who are interested in both natural and more striking results, the combination of midface lift and forehead contouring procedures within the scope of facial feminization surgery (FFS) is an important option. This is a functional and versatile approach to achieve a more harmonious and feminine face in both the mid and upper regions of the face.
For More Stunning Results: Midface Lift and Forehead Contouring Combination

Forehead contouring is a surgical procedure that focuses on a more feminine form of the hairline by removing masculine protrusions in the forehead area. The combination of these two procedures improves harmony in the upper and mid-face area, resulting in a feminine and youthful facial appearance.
Midface Lift in Facial Feminization: Meeting Personal Expectations
When discussing the midface lift, it is necessary to go beyond a technical definition. Because this procedure is an important component of facial feminization surgery that is often overlooked but can reveal visually striking and natural differences at the same time. Especially in terms of aesthetic expectations, the golden ratio and feminine facial features play a key role for the mid-face area (cheek, cheekbone, under-eye transition).
It is an ideal alternative for anyone who wants to add a youthful appearance to feminine features, especially trans women. Midface lift makes the entire face look more balanced and naturally feminine.
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