Facelift in Bogota - Certified Plastic Surgeon Dr. Erika Gutierrez
A facelift is a surgical procedure that rejuvenates the face naturally and permanently, correcting sagging skin, excess skin, and loss of definition in the facial contours. Dr. Erika Gutierrez, a certified plastic, aesthetic, and reconstructive surgeon and member of the Colombian Union of Plastic Surgeons, performs mini facelifts, full rhytidoplasty with the Deep Plane technique, and segmented facelifts in Bogotá. She has also developed her own technique that combines regenerative medicine and surgery. This results in a regenerative surgical process for her patients using autologous fat membranes combined with platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). Regenerative surgery has revolutionized facial surgery by improving volume and skin texture and increasing collagen production from within. With over 6,000 patients treated and training at the University of La Sabana and FUCS, she currently works as a teacher at the University of Sinu and in the burn and facial trauma unit of the Simón Bolivar Hospital.
What is facial lifting?
Facelift or rhytidectomy is the surgical procedure that corrects signs of aging: skin and tissue sagging, loss of facial contour, excess skin on the neck and jaw, and deepening of facial grooves. Unlike temporary treatments with botulinum toxin or fillers, the facelift works on the deep structures of the face (SMAS layer) using the Deep Plane technique for long-lasting rejuvenation of 7 to 15 years, without the stretched appearance of superficial lifts.
Dr. Erika Gutierrez evaluates each case individually to determine the type of facelift and whether it is complemented with the fat membrane technique to restore lost volume using the patient's own tissue.
Types of lifting and procedures performed by Dr. Erika Gutierrez
Complete Facial Lifting / Rhytidectomy with Deep Plane technique
A complete procedure that addresses the three thirds of the face acting on the deep musculoaponeurotic layer (SMAS). Indicated for moderate to severe laxity. Lasting results of 10 to 15 years.
Facial Filler with Fat Membranes - Regenerative Surgery
Proprietary technique developed by Dr. Erika Gutierrez. It uses the patient's fat, rich in stem cells, processed into membranes and combined with platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). Unlike traditional lipofilling where fat is injected and can migrate, the membranes are placed exactly where the surgeon needs them, in a controlled and precise manner. Platelet-rich fibrin generates growth factors that improve the skin from within: it increases collagen, improves texture, and enhances tissue regeneration. Natural volume with a real regenerative effect. This is referred to as facial regenerative surgery.
Upper Third Lift
Correction of eyebrow ptosis and forehead wrinkles. It addresses the scalp region to elevate the eyebrows and smooth the horizontal lines of the forehead and glabella, returning a more rested and youthful look. Foxy eyes can also be performed in this procedure.
Mid Third Lift
Correction of malar descent, nasolabial folds, and loss of volume in the mid-face area. It is often combined with fat membranes to restore volume using the patient's own tissue.
Are you a candidate for a facial lift?
Dr. Erika Gutiérrez conducts a personalized assessment during the consultation. Generally, good candidates are:
• People between 40 and 70 years old with visible signs of aging who desire long-lasting results, or younger individuals who present marked laxity or wish to improve the position of their eyebrows or cheeks.
• Patients with laxity in the cheeks, jawline, or neck that do not respond to non-surgical treatments.
• Those who have lost facial contour definition, excess cervical skin, or deep facial grooves.
• Individuals with facial volume loss who are candidates for fat membranes for restoration with their own tissue.
• Candidates in good general health, without active smoking, with realistic expectations.
Lower Third and Neck Lift
Correction of mandibular sagging, platysmal bands of the neck, and excess cervical skin. Defines the cervicomandibular angle and restores the jawline. Minimally invasive procedure indicated for mild to moderate sagging. Primarily corrects the lower third of the face and neck with shorter incisions and faster recovery.
Fat membranes vs. traditional lipofilling vs. hyaluronic acid
| Fat membranes (Dr. Erika Gutiérrez) | Traditional lipofilling | Hyaluronic acid | |
| Material origin | Patient's own fat | Patient's own fat | Synthetic material |
| Placement precision | ✓ High membranes placed with exact control | Medium may migrate | High for injection |
| Regenerative effect | ✓ Yes stem cells + PRF + growth factors | Partial | No |
| Improves collagen and texture | ✓ Yes from the inside | Limited | No |
| Duration of result | ✓ Long integrated own tissue | Variable | 6 to 18 months |
| Risk of migration | ✓ Minimal controlled placement | Possible | Possible |
How is a facelift performed by Dr. Erika Gutiérrez?
1. Preoperative consultation and design: evaluation of ptosis, skin quality, bone structure, and volume deficit. Photographs and planning of the approach.
2. Preoperative tests: complete labs and anesthetic evaluation.
3. Surgery under general anesthesia: 2 to 5 hours depending on the type of facelift and combined procedures. Incisions in areas of natural concealment.
4. Hospital recovery: discharge with one night of observation in most cases.
5. Postoperative follow-up: check-ups at 5, 15, 30 days and at 3, 6 months and 1 year.
Recovery and postoperative care
Rest with head elevated. Compression bandage. Normal swelling and bruising.
Removal of external stitches. Gradual decrease in swelling.
Return to non-physical daily activities with makeup.
Minimal residual swelling. Very noticeable result.
Final result. Scars practically imperceptible.
Avoid direct sunlight on scars for 6 months. No high-impact physical activity for the first 4 weeks.
Results – What to expect from a facelift?
The results of a facelift last between 5 and 15 years depending on the type of procedure and the quality of the skin. The SMAS technique used by Dr. Gutiérrez works on the deep layers of the face — not just the skin — which ensures a natural result without the "stretched" appearance of superficial facelifts. The goal is not to erase the years, but to delay aging in a way that is consistent with each patient's features.
When combined with the technique of autologous fat membranes and platelet-rich fibrin (PRF), the results go beyond structural rejuvenation: the skin improves its texture, increases collagen production, and regains volume with the patient's own tissue — facial regenerative surgery with results that progressively improve over time.
In the gallery, you will see real results in patients with different types of aging, various approaches by thirds, and combinations of facelifts with fat membranes.
Upper and middle third facelift
Full facelift with fat membranes
Complete facelift with fat membranes
Why choose Dr. Erika Gutiérrez for your facelift in Bogotá?
More than 6,000 patients treated. Faculty member at the University of Sinú in the Plastic Surgery specialization
Care for national and international patients with available logistical coordination. Standard and premium packages
Rejuvenation consistent with the patient's features. No operated appearance.
Natural and long-lasting results acting on deep layers of the face. No stretched appearance.
Proprietary technique of autologous fat membranes + PRF: controlled filling with a real regenerative effect on collagen and texture.
Plastic surgeon FUCS, member of the Colombian union of plastic surgeons
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Frequently Asked Questions about facial lifting in Bogotá
Answers from Dr. Erika Paola Gutiérrez Rodríguez, certified plastic surgeon and member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgeons.
How much does a facelift cost in Bogotá?
The mini lift starts at $3.200 USD and the rhytidoplasty or full facial lift starts at $5.700 USD. The cost of the fat membranes depends on the procedure and the case. Dr. Erika Gutiérrez defines the exact value during the evaluation consultation. Colombia offers international surgical quality at significantly more competitive prices than in the U.S. or Europe.
What is the difference between a mini facelift and a full facelift?
The mini lift is a minimally invasive procedure indicated for mild to moderate sagging, mainly in the lower third and neck, with a shorter recovery time. The complete rhytidoplasty addresses all three thirds of the face with a deep SMAS technique, indicated for moderate to severe sagging, with results lasting 10 to 15 years.
What are fat membranes and how do they differ from traditional lipofilling?
Fat membranes are a technique developed by Dr. Erika Gutiérrez that processes the patient's own fat — rich in stem cells — into membranes, combined with platelet-rich fibrin (PRF). Unlike lipofilling where fat is injected and can migrate, the membranes are placed exactly where the surgeon needs them, with controlled and precise placement. The platelet-rich fibrin activates growth factors that improve the skin from within: they increase collagen, improve texture, and enhance tissue regeneration. True facial regenerative surgery.
How long do the results of a facelift last?
The mini lift offers results lasting 5 to 8 years. The complete rhytidoplasty with SMAS technique can last between 10 and 15 years. Fat membranes, being integrated own tissue with regenerative effect, offer long-lasting results with progressive improvement in skin quality.
Does a facelift leave visible scars?
Incisions are made in areas of natural concealment: the preauricular fold (in front of the ear), the retroauricular groove (behind the ear), and within the scalp. Once healed, they are practically imperceptible. Dr. Gutiérrez plans the design so that they are completely integrated with each patient's anatomy.
How long does recovery from a facelift take?
With the mini lift, most patients resume daily activities between days 7 and 10. With complete rhytidoplasty, between days 10 and 14. After 2-3 weeks, the appearance is presentable with makeup. The final result is appreciated between 3 and 6 months.
Does facelift look natural?
Yes. The deep SMAS technique acts on the musculoaponeurotic layers of the face — it not only tightens the skin — which eliminates the "stretched" appearance of superficial lifts. The goal is a rejuvenation consistent with the patient's features, without an operated look.
Can a facelift be combined with other procedures?
Yes. Facelifts are often combined with blepharoplasty (eyelids), rhinoplasty, and fat grafting for volume restoration using the patient's own tissue. Dr. Gutiérrez evaluates the safest and most effective combination based on surgical time and the patient's health status during the consultation.
Is a facelift safe in Colombia?
Yes. Dr. Erika Gutiérrez is a certified member of the Colombian Society of Plastic Surgeons. The procedures are performed in accredited clinics in Bogotá with international safety protocols, specialized anesthesiologists, and complete postoperative follow-up.
Do you treat international patients for facelifts?
Yes. Dr. Erika Gutiérrez treats patients from Colombia, Latin America, the United States, Canada, and Spain, among others, with logistical coordination for medical tourism. The website is available in Spanish, English, and French.
How to schedule a facelift consultation with Dr. Erika Gutiérrez in Bogotá?
You can schedule your consultation directly through the form on draerikagutierrez.com/appointment, via WhatsApp at +57 317 513 6731, or by messaging on Instagram at @draerikagutierrez. The office is located at NAHA Medical Center, Carrera 13A #89–38, office 301, Usaquén, Bogotá. The initial consultation includes image analysis, result simulation, and a personalized surgical plan.