Clinic 805: Because Feeling Beautiful Never Gets Old

A facelift isn’t just about tightening skin. Done well; it restores structure, softens deep folds, and refreshes how you look and feel—for years, not months. At Clinic 805 in Victoria, BC, the facelift program is built around that idea. Rather than treating the face at just one level, Dr. Kenneth A. Smith and his team use a “skin-to-skeleton” approach: addressing deeper support structures, the overlying soft tissue, and the quality of the skin itself. Because clinic 805 is Victoria’s only accredited clinic offering both surgical and non-surgical treatments in-house, your facelift, skin care, and maintenance plan all happen under one roof. 

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What Makes Clinic 805's Facelift Program Different?

A traditional facelift often focuses on tightening, then sends you back to your regular routine. 

The Clinic 805 comprehensive facelift program layers several advantages: 

• An experienced plastic surgeon – Dr. Kenneth A. Smith has been practicing plastic surgery in Victoria since 1992 and is a certified plastic surgeon with broad training in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. 

• Advanced imaging and skin analysis – Every facelift journey at clinic 805 incorporates VECTRA® 3D imaging to model potential changes and VISIA® skin analysis to assess skin health in detail. 

• Holistic planning – Facelifts are often combined with blepharoplasty, brow lift, fat grafting, chin/neck liposuction, and tailored non-surgical treatments when needed. 

• A seamless setting for surgery and recovery – Surgery is performed in a fully accredited in-house operating facility, with many patients staying overnight at the adjoining Parkside Hotel & Spa so nursing staff can check on them the next day. Our cosmetic surgery clinic has been fully accredited by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC). 

• Structured recovery and long-term maintenance – Follow-ups with nurses, medical aesthetics, and Dr. Smith are built into the program, including a dedicated facelift maintenance plan. 

The result is a facelift journey that is planned, monitored, and maintained—not a one-off event. 

Step 1: In-Depth Consultation and 3D Planning

Your facelift journey at Clinic 805 starts with a detailed consultation, not a quick once-over. 

Comprehensive assessment 

During your facelift consultation at clinic 805, you can expect: 

• A review of your health history and medications 

• A conversation about your goals, concerns, and priorities 

• A full exam of the face and neck 

• Education on procedures that may benefit you (facelift alone or in combination) 

• A clear explanation of risks, benefits, and expected recovery 

Clinic 805 places a heavy emphasis on education and informed decision-making, supported by printed materials, the clinic 805 website, and real patient before-and-after photos. 

VECTRA® 3D imaging 

Using VECTRA® 3D, the team captures high-resolution 3D images of your face and neck. This technology lets you and the surgeon visualize potential outcomes—such as changes to the jawline, jowls, or neck—by simulating different surgical options from multiple angles. 

It’s not about promising perfection; it’s about aligning expectations and giving you a realistic preview of what is achievable. 

VISIA® skin analysis 

You’ll also undergo VISIA® complexion analysis to evaluate texture, pigmentation, redness, pores, UV damage, and more. 

This data informs: 

• How to prepare your skin before surgery 

• Which treatments or products will best support healing 

• How to maintain and enhance your facelift results in the long term 

Step 2: Preparing Your Skin and Body

Clinic 805 doesn’t wait until surgery day to start your facelift plan. 

Medical-grade skin prep 

After your consultation, the medical aesthetics team at clinic 805 typically recommends a medical-grade skincare regimen 6–8 weeks before surgery, with a strong focus on sunscreen and skin health. 

Healthy, well-protected skin tends to: 

• Heal more predictably 

• Show smoother, more radiant results 

• Provide a better “canvas” for Dr. Smith’s surgical work 

Lifestyle and logistics 

To be an ideal candidate for facelift surgery at clinic 805, you must be in good overall health, a non-smoker, and ideally already on or willing to adopt good skincare habits. 

You’ll also be guided to: 

• Arrange a support person to help for the first few days 

• Plan time away from work and social events 

• Complete pre-operative assessments and lab work if needed 

Step 3: Facelift Surgery at Clinic 805

What a facelift addresses 

Also known as a rhytidectomy, a facelift reduces sagging skin and soft tissue, deep folds, jowling, and laxity along the jawline and neck, restoring a more vibrant, rested appearance. 

It can be especially effective if you’ve noticed: 

• Nasolabial folds and marionette lines deepening 

• Jowls forming along the jawline 

• Loose skin or banding in the neck 

In-house, accredited operating facility 

Facelift surgery at Clinic 805 is performed under monitored sedation in their fully accredited in-house operating suite and typically takes 3–6 hours, depending on the plan. 

Discreet incisions usually run: 

• In front of the ear 

• Around and behind the ear 

• Into the hairline 

A small incision under the chin may be used to address neck banding or to perform liposuction in the area. 

Combining procedures for comprehensive change 

Because the program at clinic 805 is designed to treat the whole face, your facelift may be combined with: 

• Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) 

• Brow lift 

• Fat grafting to restore midface volume 

• Submental (chin/neck) liposuction 

These combinations are selected to balance your features, not to change who you are. 

Step 4: Hotel-Supported, Nurse-Supervised Recovery

For more extensive surgeries, Clinic 805 often arranges for you to stay at The Parkside Hotel & Spa, which is physically connected to the clinic. 

Here’s what that looks like in practice: 

• After surgery, a post-anesthesia (PAR) nurse from clinic 805 accompanies you to your suite, settles you in with your support person, and reviews aftercare instructions. 

• The next morning, the nurse returns to assess your comfort level and dressings before you check out. 

• Your surgeon remains close by should any concerns arise. 

This setup minimizes stress and provides medical oversight right when you’re most vulnerable—without feeling like you’re in a hospital. 

Step 5: A Clear Recovery Roadmap

Recovery is structured rather than left to guesswork. 

According to Clinic 805’s facelift guidelines: 

First week: 

• Expect bruising, swelling, and fatigue. 

• Plan to rest and have a support person available. 

• You’ll see the surgical nurses around 1 week after surgery for suture removal and a wound check. 

2–3 weeks: 

• Most patients are away from work for 2–3 weeks. 

• If you want to keep surgery discreet, allowing at least 21 days before returning to work or social events is recommended. 

3–4 weeks: 

• Avoid heavy lifting, strenuous exercise, or positions where your head is below your heart. 

Around 6 weeks: 

• Much of the bruising and swelling has settled. 

• Many patients resume normal exercise. 

• You’ll meet with the medical aesthetics team at clinic 805 to review skincare, injectables, and your Facelift Maintenance Program. 

Around 6 months: 

• A new VECTRA® 3D image is often taken 

• See Dr. Smith again to review your final surgical results, long-term maintenance, and any further refinements. 

Throughout this period, the team pays attention not only to physical healing but also to emotional support, making sure they understand who is in your support system and how you’re coping with the change. 

Beyond Surgery: Facelift Maintenance and Medical Aesthetics

Clinic 805’s philosophy is clear: the best facial surgery results come when surgery, medical aesthetics, and skincare work together. 

Your personalized maintenance plan at clinic 805 may include: 

• Medical-grade skincare tailored to your VISIA® results 
   

• Neuromodulators (like BOTOX®) to soften dynamic lines that surgery doesn’t address 
   

• Dermal fillers to refine facial volume or contour 

• Laser or light treatments (such as resurfacing for fine lines around the mouth) to improve texture and sun damage that surgery alone can’t fix 

This is also where one of the biggest misconceptions about facelifts is addressed: the fear of looking “done.” The clinic 805 approach focuses on natural, proportional results—and the combination of subtle injectables and skincare helps keep those results fresh instead of tight or over-pulled. 

Financing a Facelift at Clinic 805

A comprehensive facelift program is a significant investment, and Clinic 805 openly acknowledges that. They work with Beautifi, a Canadian provider specializing in cosmetic and medical procedure financing. Beautifi offers: 

• Open loans (no penalty for early repayment) 

• Flexible terms (typically 6–72 months) 

• Customized monthly payment plans 

• A quick online application and loan calculator to preview potential payments 

We can help turn that large, dreadful, upfront cost into simple monthly payments. From $15,000 upfront to $224* per month.  

*Monthly payments will vary depending on a variety of factors, including credit history and monthly income. The minimum amount financed is $1,000. No down payment required. Amounts shown are exclusive of all fees. Offer is subject to credit approval by Beautifi Solutions Inc. Beautifi is an independent third-party financing provider. This does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation of any medical treatment or provider. Terms and conditions apply. 

This structure lets you choose the facelift plan that’s right for your face—not just the one that fits a single lump-sum budget. 

Is the Clinic 805 Comprehensive Facelift Program Right For You?

You may be a good candidate for a facelift at Clinic 805 if: 

• You’re noticing sagging in the midface, jowls, or neck 

• Deep creases and folds make you look tired or older than you feel 

• Your skin still has some elasticity 

• You’re in good overall health and a non-smoker 

• You want a thorough, well-planned approach—not a quick fix 

If you’re curious about how the Clinic 805 comprehensive facelift program might work for you, your next step is simple: 

• Book a consultation at clinic 805 to explore surgical and non-surgical options. 

• Ask about financing partners like Beautifi if you’d prefer predictable monthly payments instead of paying in full upfront. 

From first imaging to long-term maintenance, the clinic 805 facelift program is designed to support you through every stage of your facelift journey—so your results look natural, feel like you, and last as long as possible. 

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