Deep Plane Facelift: What Is It & How Is It Different Than a Traditional Facelift?

Facial rejuvenation is an ever-evolving field, and one of the most advanced techniques available today is the deep plane facelift. While traditional facelifts remain popular, the deep plane facelift has gained recognition for its transformative results and natural appearance. It’s important to understand what a deep plane facelift entails, how it differs from a traditional facelift, and the benefits it offers.

What is a Deep Plane Facelift?

A deep plane facelift is an advanced surgical procedure designed to address signs of aging in the mid-face, jawline, and neck. Unlike traditional facelift techniques that primarily tighten the skin, a deep plane facelift repositions deeper facial tissues, including the muscles and fat pads, to achieve a more youthful contour. 

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What is a Deep Plane Facelift?

A deep plane facelift is an advanced surgical procedure designed to address signs of aging in the mid-face, jawline, and neck. Unlike traditional facelift techniques that primarily tighten the skin, a deep plane facelift repositions deeper facial tissues, including the muscles and fat pads, to achieve a more youthful contour. 

This technique focuses on lifting and releasing the tension in the deeper layers of the face, which often sag with age. By addressing these foundational structures, the deep plane facelift provides long-lasting results that appear natural and harmonious.

How is a Deep Plane Facelift Different From a Facelift?

The primary distinction between a deep plane facelift and a traditional facelift lies in the depth of the surgical approach. Traditional facelifts usually involve lifting and tightening the skin and sometimes the superficial muscular aponeurotic system (SMAS), a layer of tissue just beneath the skin. While effective, this approach may not fully correct sagging in the deeper facial tissues.

In contrast, the deep plane facelift works below the SMAS layer, addressing deeper structures such as the muscles and fat pads. This allows for a more comprehensive lift without putting excess tension on the skin. The deep plane technique restores the natural relationship between facial features.

What are the Benefits of a Deep Plane Facelift?

The deep plane facelift offers several key benefits, including:

• Natural-Looking Results: By repositioning deeper tissues rather than just tightening the skin, this technique creates a refreshed and youthful appearance that avoids the “operated” look.
• Long-Lasting Effects: Since it addresses the foundational structures of the face, results from a deep plane facelift tend to last longer than those from traditional facelifts.
• Comprehensive Rejuvenation: This procedure effectively lifts the cheeks, smooths nasolabial folds, defines the jawline, and tightens the neck in one cohesive procedure.
• Reduced Skin Tension: By focusing on deeper tissues, the skin is not overly stretched, reducing visible scars and improving healing.

Am I a Good Candidate for a Deep Plane Facelift?

Ideal candidates for a deep plane facelift are individuals experiencing moderate to severe facial aging, such as sagging cheeks, deep nasolabial folds, jowls, or loose neck skin. Candidates should be in good overall health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations about the results of the procedure.

This advanced technique is particularly well-suited for individuals who desire a natural look and long-lasting improvement. A consultation with Dr. Stile will help determine if a deep plane facelift is the right choice for you based on your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals.

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Dr. Frank L. Stile, MD, FACS

Dr. Frank L. Stile is a plastic surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. His office is in Las Vegas. The office is luxuriously appointed and has won awards for original designs and decor. His practice provides the full spectrum of cosmetic surgery procedures. Dr. Stile has had the privilege of helping over 10,000 patients achieve their cosmetic surgical goals. Originally from New York City, Dr. Stile graduated high school at the age of 15 and began medical training at the City University of New York’s Accelerated 7-year combined Undergraduate and Medical School Program. He completed his clinical training at the State University of New York Health Science Center at Brooklyn. His post-doctorate training included 12 years of residency. During that time, Dr. Stile received specialized surgical training at four academic institutions of excellence. He is the published author of articles and book chapters in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Microsurgery literature. He has presented research at National and International Plastic Surgery Conferences. Dr. Stile regularly visits with leaders in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery, facilitating the exchange of ideas and constantly refining his techniques. Dr. Stile has long held an interest in the martial sciences, specifically mixed martial arts. His personal and professional relationships with the stars of MMA have made him the most trusted and requested plastic surgeon by champions of the sport. Dr. Stile has innovated and published techniques for both treating new facial injuries and preventing recurrent injuries in “cut-prone” fighters. His work has been featured in such publications as the New York Times, Maxim Magazine, and Real Fighter Magazine, in addition to numerous television and radio shows. Dr. Stile is an avid illustrator, painter, and sculptor. His work adds to the decor of both his home and office. He is also the published author of two children’s books. His greatest accomplishment, second only to being a husband and father, was the establishment of the Frank L. Stile Foundation in 2011. The goal of this non-profit was to serve and support the needs of children in crisis. To date, this initiative has helped provide over TEN MILLION meals for food insecure children and their families in addition to providing resources for medical care.

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