
One-Stitch Facelift – minimally invasive facial lifting for a beautiful jawline
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A new approach to
facial lifting
is the minimally invasive One-Stitch Facelift. Over time, the skin's elasticity and firmness diminish noticeably. This can happen at any age and depends on the current condition of the facial skin. Jowls and sagging cheeks are the result.
These signs of ageing make us look tired and drawn. The One-Stitch Lift is an excellent facial lifting procedure for tightening the mid-face, eliminating jowls, and restoring a more youthful appearance.
The One-Stitch Facelift is an innovative, minimally invasive
facial lift
, comparable to a mini SMAS facelift or
mini-facelift
. Through an incision at the hairline, the facial musculature and facial skin are tightened. The excess skin is removed and closed with a small suture at the temple border using absorbable threads. The advantage of the One-Stitch Facelift is that the scar at the hairline is barely visible.
With the One-Stitch Facelift, moderate laxity of the facial skin in the mid-face, jowls, and the
jawline
can be optimally tightened. The lifting effect leaves your face looking refreshed.
In cases of significant excess skin and more pronounced volume loss in the face, a
mid-face lift
or a
full facelift
is necessary. The traditional
facelift
has long been one of the most popular treatments for long-term skin tightening and facial rejuvenation.
Dr. Schuhmann
has been the specialist and expert in complex and demanding traditional facelift surgery for many years.
Dr. Schuhmann
brought the One-Stitch Lift technique directly from the United States, where it has become a popular treatment among celebrities and public figures.
Dr. Schuhmann
is a pioneer of the One-Stitch Facelift in Germany. With outstanding and lasting results, the One-Stitch Facelift delivers effective
facial
and skin tightening.

At a glance
- Duration of surgery: approx. 1 hour
- Anaesthesia: Local anaesthesia
- Hospital stay: Outpatient
- Follow-up care: Check-up after 12 days
- Suture removal: Absorbable sutures
- Socially presentable: Immediately
Your benefits of the One-Stitch Facelift with Dr. Schuhmann in Düsseldorf
Area of Expertise
Facelift
-
Dr. Schuhmann
has been an expert in demanding facelift surgery for many years
Dr. Karl Schuhmann
is one of the few surgeons in Germany who performs the One-Stitch
Facelift
He has over 24 years of experience as a plastic surgeon & hand surgeon
His expertise as a specialist in hand surgery and skin grafting is an immense advantage in facelift surgery
How much does a facial lift cost?
The cost of a
facial lift
with a One-Stitch
Facelift
is considerably lower than the cost of a traditional facelift. I am happy to discuss the exact costs of your individual One-Stitch Facelift following an examination. In accordance with statutory requirements, the initial consultation is a chargeable service, for which we charge a fee of €80.
Your financing options for a One-Stitch Facelift
If you would like to
finance
your One-Stitch Facelift, we have found a competent financing partner who specialises in
financing
cosmetic surgery. Our knowledgeable practice team is also happy to answer any questions regarding
financing
and
instalment payments
.
One-Stitch Lift – minimally invasive facial lifting
The One-Stitch Lift can be performed as a "lunchtime" treatment in an outpatient setting. If you wish to lift sagging cheeks and eliminate jowls, the One-Stitch Lift is the ideal treatment. It is carried out on an outpatient basis under local anaesthesia. With this minimally invasive
facial lift
, you will be socially presentable again very quickly, with no significant downtime. Mild feelings of tension may occur following the One-Stitch Facelift, but in our experience these resolve within two to three days.
How is the One-Stitch Facelift performed?

The One-Stitch
Facelift
is ideally suited to lifting sagging cheeks (cheek lift) and reducing jowls. Through a small incision at the hairline above the ear, a mini SMAS lift is performed. This tightens sagging cheeks and the
jawline
and firms the skin. The excess skin created by the lifting is removed and sutured behind the hairline, so that the small scar is barely visible afterwards.
Book your appointment for a One-Stitch Facelift today

Private Practice for Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery & Hand Surgery
Dr. med. Karl Schuhmann
Grabenstr. 17
40213 Düsseldorf
The effect of a One-Stitch Facelift
Lifting sagging cheeks
Tightening jowls
Chin contouring –
Jawline
definition
Smoothing nasolabial folds
Lifting the cheeks, including after weight loss
One-Stitch Lift with Sculptra treatment – an alternative to a full facelift
To further enhance the lifting effect following a One-Stitch Facelift and improve skin texture, we offer an individual combination treatment combining the One-Stitch Lift with a
Sculptra
treatment.
How does this collagen booster treatment work?
Four to six weeks after the One-Stitch
Facelift
, the skin's collagen production is additionally stimulated with a
Sculptra
injection. What happens? The biostimulator
Sculptra
, based on poly-L-lactic acid, promotes the skin's own natural collagen regeneration. This further plumps the skin and significantly improves skin texture. The beautiful result achieved with a One-Stitch Lift is further enhanced and prolonged through additional collagen stimulation with
Sculptra
.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you are interested in this highly effective
facial lift
.
One-Stitch Facelift in Düsseldorf

Book a
consultation
for a One-Stitch
Facelift
. I would be delighted to advise you at my private practice in Düsseldorf and at my private practice in Berlin, to discuss your wishes and expectations for your individual facial lift in detail. I look forward to welcoming you!
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the One-Stitch Facelift and a thread lift?
The difference between the One-Stitch Facelift and a thread lift lies in the way the facial skin is tightened. With the One-Stitch Facelift, the excess skin produced by tightening the facial musculature is removed. With a thread lift, the facial skin is tightened solely by the insertion of threads, but the excess skin is not removed.
What is the difference between the One-Stitch Facelift and a mini-facelift in Düsseldorf?
With a mini-lift, the facial skin is tightened superficially and the excess skin is removed. However, the underlying problem of sagging facial features – caused by laxity of the subcutaneous tissue and musculature – is not addressed. The result is therefore short-lived, as the elastic skin can quickly become lax again. In contrast to a mini-facelift, the One-Stitch Facelift tightens the facial musculature using absorbable sutures and removes excess skin. Sagging cheeks are eliminated, nasolabial folds are smoothed, and the jawline is refined.
How long does a One-Stitch Facelift last?
Jowls and sagging cheeks are not age-dependent and become apparent depending on the current condition of the facial skin. The One-Stitch Facelift is particularly well suited to lifting the cheek area (jowls, nasolabial folds, and jawline). It can also be used to refine the results of a full facelift, as even a traditional facelift will diminish somewhat after approximately seven to ten years due to the natural ageing of the skin. The results of a One-Stitch Facelift last approximately three years, depending on skin tissue and the rate of skin ageing.
What are the advantages of the One-Stitch Facelift?
The One-Stitch Facelift is a minimally invasive procedure performed under local anaesthesia, which typically takes approximately one hour. Afterwards, patients can resume their normal daily routine with minimal restrictions, meaning there is no prolonged downtime. The firming effect on the facial contours and cheeks is immediately visible.
What degree of lifting can be achieved with a One-Stitch Facelift?
If you place your fingers at the hairline and gently draw the skin upwards, you can simulate the effect of a One-Stitch Facelift. This lifting effect gives you an impression of the results that can be achieved with the One-Stitch Facelift, particularly for sagging cheeks and jowls. The One-Stitch Facelift – alongside all available injectable and wrinkle treatments – helps to visibly firm the skin and facial contours once more and to minimise jowls.
How much does a One-Stitch Facelift cost?
The cost of a One-Stitch Facelift starts from €4,500, depending on the individual starting point and any additional combination treatments.
One-Stitch Facelift – Cheek Lift & Jawline Contouring
One-Stitch Facelift – a new approach to facial lifting and wrinkle reduction
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