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What is the Dr L Lift a.k.a 'The Happy Face Lift'?

What is the Dr L Lift a.k.a 'The Happy Face Lift'?


Before and after of the microneedling radiofrequency and thread lift combination



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Before and After Dr L Lift

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timeMicroneedling & radio frequency1 day
timeThread lift7 days
anaestheticLocal(Awake throughout)
risksSide effectsRedness, marks on the skin, bruising, puckering, pain, infection, allergic reaction.
timeAreas TreatedFace and Neck
timeDuration of resultsApproximately 2 years (results vary person to person)

How does the thread lift and microneedling combination work?

  • Radiofrequency Microneedling
    The combination treatment starts with Morpheus8, an energy-based device that remodels the skin by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, the essential building blocks of youthful skin. This improves skin quality, reduces fine lines and wrinkles, and unveils a firmer, more youthful complexion. You will have three treatments, each 3-4 weeks apart.
  • Thread Lift
    Collagen-stimulating threads are dissolvable stitches that are strategically placed beneath the skin's surface by expert doctors. They work by repositioning facial tissues to mechanically lift the face upwards and backwards in an L-shaped direction while simultaneously producing collagen and elastin.
     


Why Dr Leah Totton is the expert in thread lifts:

"I am an international trainer for thread lifting treatments and see hundreds of women each year who present with face and neck sagging often associated with menopause.

My goal when developing the Dr. L Lift treatment was to reposition the facial tissues to their position in the more youthful face and replenish the collagen and elastin in the skin, essentially restoring the face to how it may have looked several years before. 
 

The Happy Face Lift reviews

Here’s what our clients have to say…
It wasn’t a one-size-fits-all approach with Dr Leah – she looked at every angle – really studied my face. I didn’t want to be pumped up full of fillers which worried me when you look at some celebrities. I wanted to look like my naturally best self, and still have facial movement. Dr Leah - gets it. She is all about a subtle, natural loo...

Catherine, 65
I was instantly less jowly and my jawline more visible than it had been in years. Even my husband, Dillon, who is not known for his observational skills, said I looked ‘fresh-faced’…. My niece insisted I looked like ‘a twentysomething’ — all right that was in just one, blurry photograph she’d taken — and my sister said I looked ‘ten years youn...

Helen, 55

How much does a 'Happy Face Lift' cost?

Consult with doctor
Consultation (Non redeemable/Non-refundable)
Consult with Dr Leah
Consultation (Non redeemable/Non-refundable)
Total price
3x Morpheus8 full face and neck and Thread Lift (12 Threads)
Add-on
3x Morpheus8 Eye Area
Add-on
MONO Threads for Skin Quality (Neck)



FAQ

How much does a Dr L Lift cost?


The initial consultation with a Dr L Lift expert doctor is £100. The treatment price which includes 3 Morpheus8 Full Face and Neck Treatments and a Thread Lift with 12 Threads is £4700.

How long do the results of your thread lift and Morpheus8 treatment last?

The 'Happy face lift' treatment involves: x3 Microneedling plus radio frequency treatments (referred to as Morpheus 8) plus a thread lift.

The results will take 1 -3 months to continue to improve with this possibly taking up to 6 months in total, however the overall treatment results will last approx 18 - 24 months when we suggest coming back for top-ip treatments for maintenance.

Results vary from person to person.

What age should you consider a face lift?

A Dr L Lift is a great procedure for those with subtle to moderate signs of loose skin from weightloss, aging or menopause. The optimal age for a Dr L lift is from an age range of 45-65 years or after premature menopause, however Dr Leah Clinic have also treated patients with loose skin due to premature aging in their 30s.

We access each case on an individual basis as our patient attend clinic.

What areas can be treated with a Dr L Lift?


- Lift cheeks and reduce sagging.

- Lift middle and lower face to reduce folds/pouches of sagging tissue beside mouth.

- An excellent jowls treatment – improving jawline definition acting as a lower non-surgical facelift.

- An effective neck lift/ Neck thread lift to improve a saggy neck area under chin and jaw.

- Eyebrow / brow lift.

How does the Dr L face lift work?

The combination-treatment starts with Morpheus8, an energy-based device that remodels the skin by stimulating the production of collagen and elastin, the essential building blocks of youthful skin. This improves skin quality, reducing fine lines, wrinkles, unveiling a firmer, more youthful complexion. You will have three treatments each 3-4 weeks apart.

Following your Morphues8 treatments, collagen stimulating threads are dissolvable stitches which are strategically placed beneath the skin's surface by expert doctors, they work by re-positioning facial tissues to mechanically lifting the face upwards and backwards in an L-shaped direction while simultaneously producing collagen and elastin.

What is the downtime and care instructions post-treatment?

Morpheus8 downtime and aftercare:
Morpheus8 treatment can cause redness, sensitivity, and minor swelling in the treated area for 1 to 3 days. However, most patients can return to normal activities, such as work or social events, within 2 to 3 days as the side effects subside and the redness fades. Makeup should be avoided for the first 48 hours, but normal skincare and makeup application can typically resume within 3 to 5 days. It is recommended to keep the treated area clean and hydrated, avoid harsh skincare products and sun exposure

Thread Lift downtime and aftercare:
At your consultation with Dr Leah Clinic your doctor will discuss in depth the aftercare which you will have to follow after your procedure. Any movement in the treated areas will decrease the overall results of the thread lifting and so it is important to avoid exercise for 7-14 days aside from gentle walks. You will also need to sleep on your back for 5 nights. You are likely to have obvious marks on the face for around 5 days after the treatment so we advise you may want to avoid social activities during this period.

Is the Dr L Lift painful?

Before the thread lift procedure begins, your doctor will inject a local anaesthetic to numb the treatment area and prevent any pain.

With the Morpheus8 - while pain tolerance varies from person to person, topical anesthesia is also used during Morpheus8 treatment to numb the treated area and minimize discomfort. The treatment is generally considered more sensitive than other body remodeling and skin-tightening treatments, but it is still tolerable for the majority of patients. As a result, Morpheus8 has become one of the clinic's most popular treatments.

At Dr Leah Clinics, you’re in safe hands

Meet the Dr Leah Clinics team


Dr-Leah-Totton
Dr Leah Totton
Medical Director
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Dr-Deepa-Panchalingam
Dr Deepa Panchalingam
Associate Medical Director
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Dr-Sidra-Shakir
Dr Sidra Shakir
Senior Cosmetic Doctor
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Dr-Mariam-Michail
Dr Mariam Michail
Senior Cosmetic Doctor
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-Dr-Cian-McLoughlin
Dr Cian McLoughlin
Senior Cosmetic Doctor
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Dr-Dara-Chameli-Seebaran-Suite
Dr Dara-Chameli Seebaran Suite
Senior Cosmetic Doctor
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Dr-Nazish-Mansoor
Dr Nazish Mansoor
Dermatologist
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Tay-Zafar
Tay Zafar
Wellness Specialist Nurse
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Katie-Barrett
Katie Barrett
Head Aesthetic Therapist
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Jenna-Drew
Jenna Drew
Advanced Aesthetic Therapist
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Rasa-Cernova
Rasa Cernova
Advanced Aesthetic Therapist
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Ewa-Skowron
Ewa Skowron
Advanced Aesthetic Therapist
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Darcie-Marsh
Darcie Marsh
Advanced Aesthetic Therapist
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