A deep plane facelift is an advanced surgical technique designed to lift and reposition the deeper layers of facial features, providing a natural and long-lasting facial rejuvenation. Unlike traditional facelifts, which primarily target the skin, the deep plane facelift technique addresses the underlying facial muscles and tissues, resulting in a more youthful appearance.
The deep plane technique allows for tension-free skin closure and provides significant, long-lasting aesthetic improvements by targeting deeper anatomical structures. It removes excess fat that can accumulate in the jowls, neck, and cheeks, as well as skin and muscle from the lower face and neck, typically used to improve the appearance of sagging skin, wrinkles, and jowls.
A facelift isn’t about changing who you are. It’s about helping you look more like yourself again—just the version that feels more energized and confident. People often say they feel like their outside finally matches how they feel inside.
During a deep plane facelift, Dr. Édouard Coeugniet lifts the superficial muscular aponeurotic system (SMAS), a layer of tissue that connects the face and neck muscles to your skin, at the same time as facial fat and skin are lifted. The surgery primarily focuses on the neck and lower two-thirds of the face. Among other improvements, a deep plane facelift trims excess skin, removes fat, and firms facial muscles.
Ideal candidates for a deep plane facelift are individuals experiencing significant facial aging, such as deep nasolabial folds, jowls, and sagging cheeks. Deep plane facelift techniques can address connective tissue, skin laxity, and wrinkles. Candidates should be in good overall health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations about the outcomes. A deep plane facelift consultation with Dr. Édouard Coeugniet will help determine if this procedure is the best option for achieving your aesthetic goals.
The deep plane lift procedure typically begins with administering intravenous sedation to ensure patient comfort. Dr. Édouard Coeugniet will make incisions strategically placed along the hairline and around the ears to minimize visible scarring. Through these incisions, the deeper layers of the face are lifted and repositioned, addressing the muscles and tissues for a more natural look. Excess skin is removed, and the incisions are carefully closed. The procedure generally takes four to five hours, depending on the extent of the corrections needed and whether the procedure is combined with other facial rejuvenation techniques such as a brow lift.
Recovery from a deep plane facelift involves swelling and bruising, typically subsiding within a few weeks. Patients can expect to see initial results once the swelling reduces, with the final outcome becoming more apparent over the following months. Dr. Édouard Coeugniet will provide detailed post-operative care instructions to facilitate a smooth recovery and optimal results. Most patients return to normal activities within two to three weeks, and complete healing takes six to twelve months. Depending on how you are healing, you can expect to resume light exercise within one to two weeks, returning to full strength within four to six weeks.
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