The Deep Plane Difference: What to Know About This Specialized Facelift

Facelift surgery is a top cosmetic procedure year after year because of the stunning and transformative results it can deliver. Since facelift surgery continues to be so popular, new facelift surgical techniques have been developed to make it even more effective. 

One of the more advanced facelift techniques — which was initially developed in 1990 — is the deep plane facelift. This method focuses on rejuvenating the deep tissues of your face, not just the superficial layers, meaning you’ll see next-level results from your facelift surgery.

At Houston Cosmetic Surgery Center in Houston, Texas, board-certified cosmetic surgeon David Davila, DO, FACOS, and the rest of our team are committed to delivering incredible and natural-looking results for every single cosmetic procedure, including facelifts. 

We offer deep plane facelifts to rejuvenate your appearance and help you achieve your goals. In this month’s blog, we discuss how deep plane facelifts differ from traditional options, and briefly explain what to expect should you choose to undergo this surgical procedure. 

Understanding deep plane facelifts

One of the biggest complaints of aging is loose and sagging skin. But it’s not just your skin that’s sagging — the underlying layers of fat and muscle are as well. 

Traditionally, if you’re younger and your lax skin concerns are fairly minor, a mini facelift can correct the problem with a few incisions to lift a sagging neck and jawline. 

Standard facelifts have historically been able to address more severe sagging throughout the face. It works by separating the skin from the underlying tissues before tightening the muscles and other structural components. Next, excess fat is carefully removed, and your skin layer is tightened and repositioned. 

A deep plane facelift seeks to do things a little differently. Rather than only lifting your skin — or lifting your skin, muscles, and fat separately — a deep plane facelift lifts everything as a single unit. This ensures that all the tissues contributing to an aged appearance are targeted, and that your results look more natural by limiting the number of steps.

What to expect when you undergo a deep plane facelift

Before you can undergo a deep plane facelift, Dr. Davila and our team sit down with you to ensure that you’re in good health and that facelift surgery is a good fit for you. In the days leading up to your procedure, you may need to stop taking certain medications and prepare your home for surgical recovery. 

During your deep plane facelift, Dr. Davila makes incisions in a discreet location, such as around your ear, and then lifts the layers of your skin, fat, and muscles, addressing all the contributors to your aged complexion. 

If you’d like, Dr. Davila can also add an eye lift or a brow lift to your surgical procedure to further rejuvenate your appearance. 

Experience next-level results with a deep plane facelift 

Are you ready to experience total facial rejuvenation with a deep plane facelift? Call Houston Cosmetic Surgery Center to schedule a consultation today, or use our online booking feature to make an appointment at your convenience.