Facelift for a Natural Result

Deep plane facelift

As natural aging processes set in, the skin in the face loses elasticity and the underlying tissue begins to sag, causing a tired and older appearance. A Deep Plane Facelift offers an innovative approach to effectively address these changes. Unlike traditional facelift techniques, this procedure can achieve particularly natural and long-lasting results. This technique is suitable for both women and men who desire a rejuvenated, refreshed appearance without looking “operated on.”

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Duration

3-4 hours

The facelift technique for a natural, harmonious facial rejuvenation

What is a Deep Plane Facelift?

The aging process affects far more than just the superficial skin. Deep within the face, in the so-called Superficial Musculo-Aponeurotic System (SMAS), the tissue loses firmness and begins to descend. Conventional facelifts usually focus only on tightening the skin, but this alone is not enough to achieve truly harmonious and natural results and too often leads to mask-like, overdone appearances.

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How is a Deep Plane Facelift performed?

The process of a deep plane facelift begins with a thorough preoperative examination and consultation, during which your individual facial structure and personal goals are carefully assessed. Once the procedure is planned, it is typically performed under general anesthesia to ensure maximum comfort throughout the entire process.

The deep plane facelift utilizes a specialized technique that is both highly effective and gentle. Precise incisions are made along the natural contours of your face, typically along the hairline, at the temples, and around the ears, to minimize visible scarring. The surgeon carefully lifts the SMAS (superficial musculo-aponeurotic system) tissue to reposition sagging areas such as the cheeks, jawline, and neck. This technique not only tightens the skin but also elevates the deeper tissues, resulting in a more natural and long-lasting outcome.

The deep plane facelift is often combined with complementary procedures such as fat grafting to restore volume, upper and lower eyelid lifts, or a brow lift to enhance the overall result. Additionally, advanced laser treatments may be used to further smooth the skin and improve its texture.

What you need to consider after the procedure

Aftercare of a Deep Plane Facelift

After a deep plane facelift, you will need approximately 12 to 14 days of recovery before being fully socially presentable. During this time, mild swelling and bruising are completely normal and will gradually subside over the first few weeks. Light physical activities can usually be resumed after about two weeks, while more strenuous exercise should be avoided for 4–6 weeks. Regular follow-up appointments with your surgeon are part of aftercare to monitor the healing process and ensure proper recovery. The fine scars fade over time and, due to their placement along the natural facial contours, are generally barely noticeable. Consistent care and protection from intense sun exposure can further support the healing process and help achieve the best possible results. Healing occurs in phases, with the final results becoming visible after approximately three to six months. Should any questions or concerns arise during the recovery period, our team is always available to assist you.

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FAQ

The most frequently asked questions about the Deep Plane Facelift

The deep plane facelift is suitable for women and men in middle age (40 to 60) who notice a visible sagging of the facial contours, particularly around the cheeks, jawline and neck. If you feel fresher and more energetic than your outward appearance suggests, this procedure may be a way to harmoniously rejuvenate your facial contours.

The cost of a Deep Plane facelift starts at €12,500. The exact price depends on your individual needs and any additional treatments recommended to achieve the best possible result. We place great importance on providing you with a transparent and clear cost breakdown during your consultation, so that you know exactly what to expect.

A conventional facelift often focuses primarily on tightening the skin. However, the underlying SMAS structure, which plays a key role in the stability and contour of the face, is not repositioned to the same extent. With a deep plane facelift, these deeper layers of facial tissue are also addressed. This allows for a more comprehensive yet harmonious improvement in facial contours.

The aim is a natural-looking result that takes the individual facial expression into account and does not create unnatural-looking or excessively tightened facial features.

The results of a deep plane facelift are profound and generally long-lasting. As not only the skin but also deeper layers of tissue in the face are repositioned, a lasting improvement in facial contours can be achieved. The natural ageing process resumes after the procedure, but from a younger starting point. This allows the face to appear rejuvenated and harmonious over a longer period of time.

How long the results last in each individual case varies and depends, among other things, on skin quality, lifestyle and the ageing process. Durations of around 10 to 15 years are often reported.

The procedure itself is carried out under general anaesthetic, so you will not feel any pain. In the first few days after the operation, you may experience a feeling of tightness and some swelling, but actual pain is rare. Should you nevertheless feel any discomfort, we will provide you with special painkillers to help make this period as comfortable as possible. Many of our patients report that they experience less pain than they had originally expected. We are always here for you to ensure that you feel well looked after throughout your recovery.

Yes, the Deep Plane facelift is very often combined with complementary treatments to achieve a harmonious overall result. These include fat grafting to restore volume to the face, eyelid lifts and brow lifts to open up the eyes, or laser treatments to refine the skin’s texture. Each treatment is tailored individually to your needs.

There is no set ‘ideal age’ for a deep plane facelift. It is not age that is the deciding factor, but the individual condition of the skin and underlying tissues. Patients in their mid-40s to early 60s often opt for the procedure when sagging facial contours, loss of volume in the cheeks or pronounced wrinkles become visible and can no longer be adequately corrected by non-surgical treatments.

The incisions made during a deep plane facelift are positioned so that they lie as inconspicuously as possible along the natural contours in front of and behind the ear, as well as along the hairline. As a result, the scars are usually very inconspicuous or barely visible once the healing process is complete. Careful aftercare further supports optimal scar healing.

Most patients are able to return to social life after around 2 to 3 weeks, depending on their individual recovery and the extent of the procedure. Although slight residual swelling may persist for a few more weeks, it can usually be easily concealed with make-up or styling.

The Deep Plane facelift is designed to achieve the most natural-looking result possible. It involves repositioning not only the skin but also the deeper layers of tissue in the face to a more youthful position. The aim is to create a harmonious, rejuvenated facial contour that suits the individual’s face and does not look like the result of surgery.
How natural the result appears in each individual case depends on the patient’s anatomy, the initial condition and the healing process.

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