Deep Plane Face and Neck Lift
Deep Plane Face And Neck Lift
Anesthesia:
General
Surgery Duration:
4 Hours
Pain:
Middle
Corset:
None
Hospital Stay:
1 Night
Recovery Time:
2-4 Weeks
Dressing Duration:
5 Days
Deep Plane Face And
Neck Lift
Surgical Aesthetics
A deep plane face and neck lift is one of the most popular procedures in recent years for rejuvenating and enhancing the appearance of the face and neck.
What is a deep plane facelift?
It's a surgical procedure that lifts and restores sagging facial tissues to a more youthful and aesthetic appearance.
How does the face age?
Gravity, time, and sun exposure cause sagging and deep wrinkles on the face. With aging:
Nasolabial folds (deep creases from the nose to the corners of the mouth) become more pronounced.
Jowls (sagging skin and fat under the chin) and marionette lines (deep creases from the corners of the mouth downward) become more prominent.
The chin becomes less defined.
The jawline becomes less distinct.
What does a facelift correct, and who is the ideal candidate?
A facelift can:
Reduce facial wrinkles
Soften nasolabial folds
Improve jowls and marionette lines
Correct the chin
Define the jawline
Improve the jaw-neck angle
Patients with these concerns are ideal candidates for a face and neck lift and can expect excellent results.
A deep plane face and neck lift is one of the most popular procedures in recent years for rejuvenating and enhancing the appearance of the face and neck.
What is a deep plane facelift?
It's a surgical procedure that lifts and restores sagging facial tissues to a more youthful and aesthetic appearance.
How does the face age?
Gravity, time, and sun exposure cause sagging and deep wrinkles on the face. With aging:
Nasolabial folds (deep creases from the nose to the corners of the mouth) become more pronounced.
Jowls (sagging skin and fat under the chin) and marionette lines (deep creases from the corners of the mouth downward) become more prominent.
The chin becomes less defined.
The jawline becomes less distinct.
What does a facelift correct, and who is the ideal candidate?
A facelift can:
Reduce facial wrinkles
Soften nasolabial folds
Improve jowls and marionette lines
Correct the chin
Define the jawline
Improve the jaw-neck angle
Patients with these concerns are ideal candidates for a face and neck lift and can expect excellent results.
Frequently Asked
Questions
What is the ideal age for a facelift?
We typically recommend facelifts for patients aged 40 and over. For younger patients, we may suggest other procedures or non-surgical treatments after a consultation.
What is a facelift procedure like?
Performed under general anesthesia, incisions are made in front of and behind the ears. The entire facial and neck tissue is lifted from the deep plane (SMAS layer) and repositioned.
Where will the scars be?
Scars are hidden within the natural creases in front of and behind the ears. Depending on the extent of aging, some patients may have a small additional scar under the chin. As with any surgery, there will be scars, but these are typically well-hidden and fade over time.
What is the recovery process like?
You will be given detailed post-operative instructions. Swelling is most noticeable in the first month and gradually subsides. Final results are usually visible after about six months.
What precautions should I take after surgery?
Avoid smoking. Avoid activities that increase blood pressure. Avoid direct sun exposure and wear sunscreen.
What is the ideal age for a facelift?
We typically recommend facelifts for patients aged 40 and over. For younger patients, we may suggest other procedures or non-surgical treatments after a consultation.
What is a facelift procedure like?
Performed under general anesthesia, incisions are made in front of and behind the ears. The entire facial and neck tissue is lifted from the deep plane (SMAS layer) and repositioned.
Where will the scars be?
Scars are hidden within the natural creases in front of and behind the ears. Depending on the extent of aging, some patients may have a small additional scar under the chin. As with any surgery, there will be scars, but these are typically well-hidden and fade over time.
What is the recovery process like?
You will be given detailed post-operative instructions. Swelling is most noticeable in the first month and gradually subsides. Final results are usually visible after about six months.
What precautions should I take after surgery?
Avoid smoking. Avoid activities that increase blood pressure. Avoid direct sun exposure and wear sunscreen.
Frequently Asked
Questions
How does a deep plane facelift differ from other procedures?
Longevity, effective volume restoration, and scar quality: In procedures that do not involve the deep plane (such as plication, MACS lift, SMAS excision), only the skin is released. Since the deeper facial layer (SMAS) is not released, it cannot be tightened, and only the skin is tightened. This places excessive stress on the skin, leading to wider and more visible scars and reduced longevity of the results. Additionally, since the skin is not advanced with the SMAS, volume restoration is less effective.
How does it differ from thread lifts?
Longevity and effectiveness: In thread lifts, neither the skin nor the SMAS is released. The results rely solely on the tension of the threads and are limited in their effectiveness compared to a full facelift. Additionally, the longevity of these results is variable, and asymmetry can occur.
Can it be combined with other procedures?
Yes, it can be combined with other procedures such as forehead lifts, temporal lifts, and mid-face lifts.
How does a deep plane facelift differ from other procedures?
Longevity, effective volume restoration, and scar quality: In procedures that do not involve the deep plane (such as plication, MACS lift, SMAS excision), only the skin is released. Since the deeper facial layer (SMAS) is not released, it cannot be tightened, and only the skin is tightened. This places excessive stress on the skin, leading to wider and more visible scars and reduced longevity of the results. Additionally, since the skin is not advanced with the SMAS, volume restoration is less effective.
How does it differ from thread lifts?
Longevity and effectiveness: In thread lifts, neither the skin nor the SMAS is released. The results rely solely on the tension of the threads and are limited in their effectiveness compared to a full facelift. Additionally, the longevity of these results is variable, and asymmetry can occur.
Can it be combined with other procedures?
Yes, it can be combined with other procedures such as forehead lifts, temporal lifts, and mid-face lifts.
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