Facial Ageing: The 3D Approach to Complete and Natural Rejuvenation
As time goes by, it’s only natural to look in the mirror and notice changes in your face: the skin loses firmness, wrinkles appear, and facial contours become less defined. Many people associate facial ageing only with the quality of the skin, but the reality goes much deeper. As our medical director, Dr Riba, explains, it is a three-dimensional process that, to be treated successfully, requires expert knowledge and a truly comprehensive approach.
At Face Clinic, we have developed a facial rejuvenation method that goes beyond the surface, targeting the two fundamental causes of ageing to achieve results that are truly natural, balanced and, above all, long-lasting.
The Comprehensive Solution Explained by Dr. Riba
No one better than Dr. Riba to visually explain this 3D concept. In the following video, he clearly shows why treating facial ageing in an integrated way is the only path to achieving a complete and genuinely natural facial rejuvenation.
The 3D Vision of Facial Ageing
To understand why many rejuvenation treatments offer incomplete or artificial results, we first need to understand how our face truly ages. It’s not a flat process, but a 3D transformation that affects two main levels: the bone structure and the soft tissues that cover it.
1. Bone Structure Loss: When the Foundations Weaken
With age, the bones of our face – such as the cheekbones, jaw, and chin – undergo a process of resorption, losing volume and projection. As Dr. Riba explains, “the bones are the foundations of the face”. When these foundations weaken, everything that rests on them (muscles, fat and skin) inevitably sags. Trying to tighten the skin without first restoring this support is like trying to smooth a carpet over an uneven floor — the result will never be optimal.
The most effective way to restore this foundation is through custom facial implants, such as cheek implants or jaw implants. These implants bring back lost projection and act as a firm anchor for the overlying tissues.
2. Sagging of Soft Tissues: The Effect of Gravity
The second cause of facial ageing is the sagging of the skin, fat, and muscles. The production of collagen and elastin decreases, while gravity takes its toll, leading to sagging cheeks, deeper nasolabial folds and loss of definition in the jawline and neck.
Once the bone foundation has been restored, it’s time to address the second layer. The most effective solution to reposition soft tissues is the Facelift — particularly advanced techniques such as the Deep Plane Facelift. This procedure doesn’t simply tighten the skin; it works on the deeper muscular layers to reposition the entire structure back to its natural, youthful position.
Frequently Asked Questions About Facial Ageing Treatments
What is the best treatment for facial ageing?
There is no single “best treatment”, but rather a personalised plan. According to Dr. Riba, the best results come from a comprehensive approach. At Face Clinic, following a 3D diagnosis, we determine whether you need to restore bone structure with implants, reposition tissues with a facelift, or combine both techniques for the most natural and long-lasting outcome. Book a consultation to receive your personalised assessment.
At what age should I start treating facial ageing?
Preventive aesthetic medicine can begin between the ages of 30 and 40. However, surgical rejuvenation procedures such as facelifts or facial implants are generally recommended when sagging and volume loss become more evident — usually after the age of 45 or 50. At Face Clinic, our specialists will advise you on the ideal timing after a personalised evaluation.
Is surgery always necessary to treat facial ageing?
Not always. For the first signs, such as fine lines or mild volume loss, there are very effective aesthetic medicine treatments. However, when the issue is structural — bone resorption and severe tissue sagging — surgery remains the only option that offers truly significant and lasting results. At Face Clinic, we offer the full range of options, from minimally invasive treatments to comprehensive surgical solutions.
What is a Deep Plane Facelift and why is it different?
The Deep Plane Facelift is an advanced facelift technique that repositions the deep muscular layer of the face (SMAS) together with the skin as a single unit. Unlike traditional facelifts that tighten only the skin, the Deep Plane approach achieves a much more natural, long-lasting result, avoiding the “over-pulled” or “windblown” appearance. At Face Clinic, our surgeons are experts in this cutting-edge technique.
Book Your Consultation for Facial Ageing Treatment
If you’re looking for a real, long-term solution to facial ageing, trust an expert vision that goes beyond the surface. We invite you to book a consultation at Face Clinic. Our team will analyse your case using the latest 3D diagnostic technology and explain the treatment plan that will help you restore your facial youth in the most natural and safe way.
Dr Francisco Riba García, specialist in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (ICOMEM no. 28375865), has over 25 years of experience in Maxillofacial, Aesthetic and Facial Plastic Surgery.
He is the Medical Director and Founder of Face Clinic, Head of the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at La Zarzuela and La Moraleja Hospitals (Madrid), and a member of the most prestigious scientific societies, including the European Board of Oro-Maxillo-Facial Surgery.
