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Facial Surgery in Madrid

The face is the mirror of the soul, as they say. It is our letter of introduction, which reflects who we are and, in many cases, how we feel. But when our exterior does not match our interior, that is when we can consider facial surgery. At Dr. Gustavo Sordo's clinic, we understand this need thoroughly and we are here to accompany you every step of the way, giving you all the security and confidence you need.

Harmonizing and transforming the face, therefore, is anything but frivolous. We know that every situation is unique and that the essential thing is to adapt our techniques to your specific expectations and conditions, always explaining what can and cannot be achieved in your case. Dr. Sordo has performed more than 2.000 operations to date, assisted by his entire team. He is also a specialist in rhinoplasty and a pioneer in Spain of the ultrasonic rhinoplasty technique.

Each aesthetic facial surgery is carried out in a personalized way, starting with a thorough understanding of your case, evaluating your anatomy and outlining a harmonious result that enhances your beauty without changing your essence one bit. We can achieve this only by listening to your expectations and designing a tailor-made treatment. Shall we begin?

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What is facial surgery?

Facial surgery is a surgical subspecialty focused on correcting and improving facial abnormalities, both congenital and acquired, through reconstructive and aesthetic procedures.

Cosmetic surgery is primarily aimed at patients who are looking to modify a part of their face that causes them some discomfort. Sometimes it is more emotional or psychological than physical, although there are also cases in which we manage to improve functionality, as in the case of rhinoplasties in patients who do not breathe well. By treating each case appropriately, we manage to improve the quality of life of our patients.

At our clinic in Madrid we perform the following facial aesthetic or plastic surgeries: ultrasonic rhinoplasty, a technique pioneered in Spain by Dr. Sordo, facelift, otoplasty y blepharoplastyWhen you visit us, we study your case and your objectives carefully in order to provide you with the best possible treatment.
It is essential that the surgeon you choose is properly trained and specialized in these procedures; this is crucial for the outcome. This is important in any surgery to avoid putting your health at risk, but it becomes even more critical in the case of facial surgeries.

Importance and benefits of facial surgery

We know that facial surgery plays a fundamental role in both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. As we always say, even if the change is aesthetic, we know it responds to a deeper need. For this reason, any facial intervention seeks not only to harmonize the face, but also to give you the confidence you feel you lack.

Our goal is for our patients to feel comfortable and confident with their facial features and how they present themselves to the world. We're here to enhance your beauty, but above all, to help you feel confident with every step you take.

Sometimes, it is a combination of several of these techniques that allows us to achieve the result that has been planned in the consultation.
These cosmetic facial operations not only transform your physical appearance, but can also have a significant impact on your emotional and psychological well-being.

Types of facial surgery and techniques performed by Dr. Sordo

We are obsessed with results, especially when it comes to facial surgery. From the initial consultation to post-operative follow-up, our top priorities are your well-being and peace of mind. We understand that undergoing facial surgery is a big decision, which is why we are committed to providing you with the support, information and reassurance you need at every stage of the facial cosmetic surgery process.

Dr. Sordo's team is here to help, support, and properly inform you. Asking all the questions you need is the way to gain confidence. For our part, we are committed to answering all your questions and taking care of you so that, when you make the decision about your facial surgery, you do so with all the information and conviction you need.

Ultrasonic Rhinoplasty in Madrid

What will your face look like after rhinoplasty? Will the result be what you expected? These types of concerns are completely normal and respectable, which is why choosing Dr. Sordo is the best decision you can make, since in the first consultation he will analyze the characteristics of your face and listen to what you want to achieve or improve and with all of that.

At our clinic in Madrid, we perform ultrasonic rhinoplasty , a revolutionary technique in nasal surgery pioneered in Spain by Dr. Sordo. This method is much less invasive, allowing for excellent results and a faster, more comfortable recovery.

Using a piezoelectric scalpel, we can reshape the nose with greater precision and naturalness, avoiding bruising and packing, and allowing most patients to resume their social lives within a week. Furthermore, technique and attention to detail are paramount, so we dedicate the necessary time to each nose, regardless of its shape.

And what happens when you take the first step?

During your initial consultation, Dr. Sordo ( whose CV you will review ) will perform an on-site computer simulation so you can see an honest and realistic preview of your procedure, because we know this is important for your peace of mind. You can also download this simulation directly to your mobile device to view at home.

Technique used

To reshape your nose, ultrasonic rhinoplasty is the most advanced technique in nose surgery, significantly reducing bruising and eliminating the need for nasal packing. Dr. Sordo was a pioneer in Spain in using this technique and employs it routinely.

It uses an ultrasonic scalpel to reshape the nose with greater precision and naturalness than the traditional technique. Thanks to this scalpel, we don't need to break the nose and then reconstruct it , which avoids long, painful, and complicated recovery periods.

In addition, it has these other advantages:

We use the most technologically advanced instruments available today.
Recovery is faster: you will be back to social life in just 7 days.
The postoperative period is less painful.
Recovery is faster and less traumatic.
It allows for much more precise bone remodeling in harmony with your anatomy.
With ultrasonic rhinoplasty we optimize the shape and function of the nose with results that are more natural and more stable over time.

Facelift in Madrid

Restoring the appearance of your face to look as young as you feel is a normal desire. Understanding that it is not just a whim is essential to give you a personalized and empathetic approach.

A facial procedure as significant as a facelift requires a technique that addresses facial rejuvenation holistically, treating the forehead, face, neck, and eye area, which age at different rates. Therefore, unlike traditional techniques, Dr. Sordo's approach focuses on restoring volume and deep tissue, resulting in a remarkably natural appearance while minimizing scarring and typically allowing for a faster recovery.

But what is the first step?

The complete process of a facelift or cervicofacial lift begins with a personalized consultation at our clinic in Madrid, where Dr. Sordo assesses your anatomy and discusses your expectations. This allows us to tailor the type of lift to your specific needs, depending on the areas to be treated, such as a neck lift or an endoscopic forehead lift. Our approach focuses on safety, natural results, and your satisfaction.

Technique used

In a facelift, Dr. Sordo uses a technique that restores volume and repositions deep tissues, then adapts the skin, rather than simply tightening it. This technique corrects sagging tissues, uses your own body fat in areas of volume loss, and repositions the skin without tension, avoiding an artificial appearance.

This facial lifting technique also has these other advantages:

The scars are hidden in the hair and behind the ear.
It is minimally invasive.
Maintain facial expressiveness.
The results are very natural.
Recovery is very fast.

Otoplasty in Madrid

Otoplasty is a facial cosmetic surgery designed to correct prominent (or protruding) ears or any other aesthetic defect. The placement of the incision greatly influences the final result of this procedure.

To perform this procedure, Dr. Sordo uses a combined technique that carves the ear cartilage and secures it with sutures, thus being able to redefine its shape very precisely.

A technique that offers long-lasting and aesthetically superior results to the traditional technique, as it focuses on the individual anatomy of each patient and minimises scarring. In addition, it is a relatively simple operation that does not require hospitalisation, so you can return to your daily life in a short time.

What should you do to start the process?

Request a personalized consultation at our clinic in Madrid, where Dr. Sordo will analyze your anatomy, discuss your expectations and answer any questions you may have.

Technique used

To perform otoplasty, Dr. Sordo uses a combined technique that cartilage carving and sutures to redefine the shape of the ear, so that the results are precise and long-lasting. You will be in the hands of a doctor whose work in otoplasty has been recognized in specialized publications, for his experience and contribution to the field.

In addition, having surgery with Dr. Sordo in Madrid has other advantages:

It is a personalized intervention that aesthetically integrates the ear into the face.
We use sutures for better fixation
The scar is practically invisible.
The results are seen immediately
The operation lasts an hour and a half and you do not need to be admitted.

Blepharoplasty in Madrid

The eyes are so important, aren't they? They reveal a part of us that speaks volumes. That's why, to rejuvenate the appearance of the eyes, we have blepharoplasty . This facial surgery allows us to address problems such as drooping eyelids, under-eye bags, and loss of volume.

Furthermore, Dr. Gustavo Sordo employs the "No Touch" technique for his procedures, which aims for a natural result and a faster recovery. This technique, which does not require hospitalization, allows for the correction of aesthetic problems without altering the eyelid muscles. This has numerous advantages: it avoids unwanted side effects, ensures that the patient retains their original appearance, leaves no noticeable scars, and allows for a rapid recovery.

But how does it work?

Dr. Sordo focuses on achieving proportionate, natural-looking results that preserve your individuality. The complete blepharoplasty process includes a personalized initial consultation, a thorough pre-operative assessment, the surgical procedure itself, and detailed post-operative follow-up to detect any potential issues early.

Technique used

For blepharoplasty, Dr. Sordo uses the "No Touch" technique. This avoids artificial results and aims to help the patient maintain their original appearance. Furthermore, this technique rejuvenates the eyes without affecting the eyelid muscles, offering safety, a natural look, and a quick recovery.

These are other advantages of “No Touch” blepharoplasty:

It leaves no visible scar.
The results are very natural.
Recovery is very fast.
It does not require you to stay in the hospital.

Purpose and desired results in facial surgery

If there is one surgery in which we are concerned about the final result, it is facial surgery. From recognizing ourselves in the mirror to feeling more confident or losing our identity, changing an aspect of our face is scary, even if it makes us feel uncomfortable. Facial surgery seeks to improve appearance, correct imbalances or dysfunctions and, in addition, restore facial harmony.

At Dr. Gustavo Sordo's Plastic Surgery Clinic in Madrid, we know that for our patients, this quest goes beyond the physical, and what we want is to boost their self-esteem and confidence, because we know that a physical change can have a significant impact on their psychological well-being and quality of life.

At our clinic, what we value most is open and honest communication with our patients. We take the time to listen to their wishes, concerns and questions, and we set realistic goals with them by designing the appropriate procedure together. This collaboration allows us to address any concerns and ensure that each patient feels confident and prepared before surgery.

Our goal is to ensure that the surgical experience is as comfortable and manageable as possible, allowing our patients to return to their daily lives with much more confidence and as soon as possible.

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Beyond the face: balance and body harmony

At Dr. Gustavo Sordo's clinic, we understand that facial harmony is only one part of the body's overall balance. That's why, in addition to facial interventions, we perform body surgeries designed to improve proportion, shape, and self-confidence.

Procedures such as abdominoplasty, liposuction, and breast augmentation can complement the results of facial surgery, helping to achieve a more balanced image.

We invite you to discover more about our Body Surgery operations in Madrid.

The principles of Dr. Gustavo Sordo

At Dr. Gustavo Sordo's clinic, our work philosophy is absolutely undetectable surgery: it should be natural, anatomically normal and give the patient a better appearance without the change being evident.
We also work under very solid principles that guide everything we do. These are empathy, excellence and continuous learning.

Empathy

A pillar of our patient care. For Dr. Sordo and his entire team, it is essential that we understand exactly what the patient wants.

Accompanying them and giving them many certainties, of course, from a health point of view, but also from a more human perspective.

Why? Because for years people have been suffering from insecurities about a certain part of their body. They have tried to free themselves from them in other ways, but they have not succeeded. In this sense, it is a psychological and emotional surgery and, contrary to what people think, there is nothing frivolous about it. It is related to the deepest part of people's spirit and for this reason the material used is extraordinarily delicate.

It's amazing how powerful surgeons are in reviving people, helping them to increase their self-esteem. And it's also incredibly satisfying to know that you've made someone happy.

The excellence

For Dr. Sordo, surgery is an activity that is very close to craftsmanship. Technology is important because it gives you the tools to work with, but what differentiates one result from another is in the fineness of the details. All interventions are carried out with the utmost care, passion and a vision that aspires to perfection, because when a surgeon does not work in this way the result suffers. And this is especially important for plastic surgeons who perform rhinoplasties.

Constant training

Continuing to learn is key for Dr. Gustavo Sordo and in our clinic we do not assume that we cannot improve. In our discipline it is extremely important to keep up to date with new techniques and learn from the best. We are willing to sacrifice part of our personal time for this reason, because it reflects our commitment to our patients and their well-being.

Dr. Gustavo Sordo: Leading facial surgeon in Madrid

Dr. Gustavo Sordo 's experience in facial surgery dates back to his residency in Plastic, Aesthetic, and Reconstructive Surgery at La Paz University Hospital , which he completed in 2009. Between 2009 and 2014, he was the assistant surgeon to Dr. Antonio de la Fuente at Ruber International Hospital , where he participated in over 500 facial cosmetic surgery procedures , particularly rhinoplasty, facelifts, and blepharoplasty , developing an approach focused on preserving the natural appearance of the face. He is a registered surgeon in Madrid, number 28/2858125.

His facial surgery training continued outside of Spain. At Shanghai East International Hospital in China , he expanded his knowledge of minimally invasive blepharoplasty , and subsequently completed a surgical residency at Bio Plastic Surgery in Seoul , where he learned new eyelid surgery techniques. He has trained in nasal surgery in Turkey with various schools and specialists: Professor Nazım Çerkeş at Jinemed Hospital; Dr. Ahmet Alp in high-definition rhinoplasty; Dr. Selim Turan in advanced rhinoplasty techniques; and Professor Sercan Göde in secondary and revision rhinoplasty.

His involvement in rhinoplasty teaching has been documented since 2010 , when he participated as a professor in the AECEP Facial Remodeling Course at the Complutense University of Madrid, presenting the closed approach to rhinoplasty . In 2016, he participated in the rhinoplasty scientific panel at the AECEP Meeting alongside international specialists such as Olivier Gerbault and Barış Çakır . In 2022, he chaired the Secondary Rhinoplasty Panel and presented his approach to nasal dorsum reconstruction using DCF.

In 2023, he directed the AECEP Hands-on & Video Rhinoplasty Course , a theoretical and practical training program with video surgery and anatomical dissection on cadavers aimed at plastic surgeons and residents . That same year, he presented his strategy for treating dorsal humps. In 2024, he presented Model T-Plasty for Tip Surgery ; in 2025, “Hybrid Rhinoplasty: How to Begin?” ; and in the 2026 AECEP program, he is listed with “Hybrid Preservation with 365 Vector Tip Mounting .” He also directs and organizes Rhino 360º SECPRE 2026 , with the participation of Professor Werner Heppt, former president of the Rhinoplasty Society of Europe.

This career path has evolved from training with other specialists to now hosting residents from across Spain and plastic surgeons in his own operating room, who come specifically to learn his ultrasonic rhinoplasty technique . His recognition within the profession is also reflected in his institutional involvement with AECEP , where he served as treasurer of its Board of Directors and later as a member.

Ear surgery is another area of facial procedures supported by scientific research. Gustavo Sordo is the co-author, along with Dr. Antonio de la Fuente, of the study “Minimally Invasive Otoplasty: Technical Details and Long-Term Results ,” published in Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and indexed in PubMed. The study analyzed 100 otoplasties , their results, and complications with long-term follow-up. Subsequently, both also contributed to the specialized book Advanced Cosmetic Otoplasty , published by Springer.

Currently, his practice in Madrid encompasses various areas of facial cosmetic surgery , including primary, ultrasonic, secondary and functional rhinoplasty, facelift and Deep Plane, blepharoplasty, otoplasty, mentoplasty and forehead lift , allowing him to address the face both through specific interventions and through a global assessment of its proportions and structures.

His career is further enhanced by membership in SECPRE, AECEP, the Rhinoplasty Society of Europe, EASAPS, and The Aesthetic Society , as well as by scientific publications and ongoing training and teaching activities. The combination of over 500 facial surgeries performed during his initial specialization, specialized international training, experience in primary and revision nasal surgery, research in facial surgery, and training of other surgeons forms the basis of his current specialization in facial surgery in Madrid.

Frequently asked questions about facial surgeries

What are the differences between rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty?

Rhinoplasty and blepharoplasty are two facial cosmetic surgeries that focus on different areas of the face. Rhinoplasty focuses on the nose and blepharoplasty focuses on the eyelids and periocular area.

Rhinoplasty aims to alter the shape and size of the nose to improve facial aesthetics and correct functional problems, such as difficulty breathing. Blepharoplasty, or eyelid surgery, is performed to rejuvenate the appearance of the eyes by removing excess skin and fat from the upper and lower eyelids and correcting drooping of the eyes.

Both surgical procedures can be performed independently or in combination, depending on your aesthetic needs and goals. At our clinic in Madrid, Dr. Sordo will analyze your case to provide you with a completely personalized solution.

How long does the recovery process take after facial surgery?

Recovery time depends on each patient, but all our techniques and use of technology are always focused on ensuring that recovery time is minimal.

After ultrasonic rhinoplasty, you can return to your normal life in 7 days. Blepharoplasty and otoplasty are quick operations that do not require hospitalization. In addition, our No Touch technique for blepharoplasty makes recovery much faster as many bruises in the area are avoided.

Our facelift technique, in which we reposition tissues and restore volume, also has a quick recovery and scars hidden in the hair and behind the ear.

What are the risks and possible complications associated with facial surgeries?

Generally speaking, facial surgery carries the same risks as any other surgical procedure, such as infection, bruising, and bleeding.

However, it is important to note that the incidence of these complications is quite low in facial cosmetic surgeries thanks to our facial cosmetic surgery techniques.

What should I expect during my initial consultation with a facial surgeon?

At your first appointment with Dr. Gustavo Sordo, the most important thing is to listen to you first. He needs to know what you want, what you need, and what your expectations are. After that, a detailed evaluation of your face is carried out to determine how to help you harmonize it in the best way.

For rhinoplasty consultations, we will also perform a simulation so that you can visualize the final results in an approximate way.

Of course, you can also ask us anything you need, any concerns, and finally we will set the objectives of your surgery so that they are realistic, honest and natural. In short, so that you continue being you.

What is the minimum recommended age to undergo facial surgery?

According to the legal framework, minors under 18 years of age need parental authorization to undergo facial cosmetic surgery.

However, depending on the type of surgery you want to undergo, such as rejuvenation surgery, these are more advisable at an older age, from 45-50 years of age and always depending on the condition of each patient.

Rhinoplasty and otoplasty can be performed at an earlier age, under 18 years of age, but we always need to have the opinion of Dr. Sordo to establish the suitability of performing the operation at that time, in addition to having authorization from the parents.

How do I know if I am a good candidate for facial surgery?

When you want to improve an aspect of your face, you may be a good candidate for facial plastic surgery, but it is important to have realistic expectations about the results. This is something we work on in the consultation with you, from a deep and committed perspective.

Furthermore, every patient must understand that surgery can affect personal self-esteem, which is very important and, in many cases, what drives patients to our office.

But sometimes it does not necessarily influence the perception that others have of us. It will always be our plastic surgeon Dr. Sordo who carefully evaluates during the initial consultation whether it is appropriate for you to undergo the surgery. To do so, he will take into account your opinion, your needs, expectations and objectives.

What kind of results can I expect from facial surgery and how long will they last?

There are surgeries whose results are stable over time, such as rhinoplasty or otoplasty.

Does this mean that my nose or ears will never change? No, this means that they will follow the natural course of time without returning to their pre-operative state, but they will age with you throughout your life.

Facial surgeries such as facelifts or blepharoplasties are not lifelong, but they do delay and slow down aging. In addition, they are surgeries that you can repeat after 10 or 12 years, depending on your condition and your needs.

Is it possible to correct unsatisfactory results from previous facial surgeries?

It depends on your general condition and the status of your surgery, so we advise you to make an appointment with Dr. Gustavo Sordo so that we can discuss your case and give you the best possible solution.

How much does facial surgery cost and what factors influence the price?

All quotes depend on the operation you wish to undergo. In addition, they are personalized and we need to assess you in order to provide them. The price may vary depending on the complexity of the case or whether there has been a previous operation.

Dr. Gustavo Sordo

Specialist in Plastic, Aesthetic and Reconstructive Surgery. Member No. 28/58125.

Content clinically reviewed by Dr. Gustavo Sordo. Last review: September 6, 2026.