You will experience a tight feeling around your face following surgery as a result of the bandages used. This will be present more so in the first 10 days as a result of the initial swelling which makes the face feel tighter. However it is safe to say that the majority of patients experience a suprisingly small amount of actual pain following a facelift. In fact most patients experience a numb sensation once the bandages are removed. This of course improves with time.