A deep plane facelift is an advanced facial plastic surgery that targets and repositions the deeper layers of facial muscles, fat, and connective tissues. It involves releasing specific facial ligaments to lift and reposition drooping soft tissues, restoring a more youthful appearance to the face and neck.

At FacesFirst, we offer several facelift techniques, including deep plane facelifts. If you want to find a solution for significant wrinkles or skin sagging, a deep plane facelift may be just what you are looking for.

What is a Deep Plane Facelift?

A deep plane facelift is an advanced surgical procedure that rejuvenates the face by lifting and repositioning the deeper layers of facial tissue. This technique elevates the SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) layer, which includes muscles, fat, and connective tissue while leaving the overlying skin attached.

The procedure is usually performed under general anesthesia and requires an experienced facial plastic surgeon due to its complexity.

Benefits of a Deep Plane Facelift

Deep plane facelifts offer several advantages, including:

  • Natural-looking results: By lifting the deeper layers, a deep plane facelift avoids the “tight” or “overdone” appearance sometimes associated with traditional facelifts.
  • Comprehensive rejuvenation: It addresses sagging skin, jowls, and loss of volume in the lower two-thirds of the face and neck.
  • Ligament release: The procedure involves releasing four key ligament groups to allow for better repositioning of facial structures.
  • Minimal skin tension: Since the lift occurs in deeper layers, there’s less tension on the skin, resulting in minimal scars and a more natural look.
  • Restoration of facial volume: It can restore volume to the cheeks and under-eye areas without the need for additional fat grafting or facial implants.

What’s the Difference Between A Deep Plane Facelift and a Traditional Facelift?

A deep plane facelift differs from traditional facelift techniques in several ways:

  • Depth of treatment: Deep plane facelifts target deeper facial structures, including muscles, ligaments, and connective tissues, while traditional facelifts primarily focus on the skin and superficial muscle layer.
  • Technique: In a deep plane facelift, the surgeon keeps the skin attached to deeper structures and moves them as a unit, whereas traditional facelifts separate and adjust layers differently.
  • Comprehensive rejuvenation: This technique provides more extensive rejuvenation, particularly in the mid-face, jowls, and neck areas.
  • Recovery: Deep plane facelifts may involve a more involved recovery period due to deeper tissue manipulation, although there is usually less bruising.
  • Suitability: Deep plane facelifts may be more effective for addressing severe signs of aging, including deeper nasolabial folds and significant sagging in the mid-face and neck.

The choice between a deep plane facelift and other techniques depends on individual factors. A consultation with a board-certified facial plastic surgeon at FacesFirst is the first step for choosing what type of facelift is best for your situation.

Why Choose FacesFirst?

By choosing FacesFirst for a Deep Plane Facelift, patients can expect expert care, advanced techniques, and results that enhance their natural beauty while addressing signs of aging effectively.

Our surgeons, Dr. Picerno and Dr. Cote, specialize in facial cosmetic procedures. Both are double board-certified in otolaryngology and facial plastic surgery and fellowship-trained. When you choose FacesFirst, you can trust our experts to help you achieve the beautiful, natural-looking results you desire.

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To schedule your deep plane facelift consultation with Dr. Picerno or Dr. Cote, contact FacesFirst in Denver or Lone Tree today.

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