A Deep Plane Facelift addresses facial sagging by repositioning deeper tissues. It may be considered for patients with descended cheeks, jowls, and reduced jawline definition. At Asia Cosmetic Hospital, surgical planning considers each patient’s facial anatomy, health, and expectations.

What Is a Deep Plane Facelift?

This technique involves working beneath the SMAS, a tissue layer that supports the face. The surgeon releases selected retaining ligaments to allow deeper tissues to be repositioned, then adjusts the overlying skin.

The surgical scope depends on the location and degree of tissue laxity.

What Can It Address?

Sagging cheeks and midface tissues.
Nasolabial folds associated with tissue descent.
Jowls and reduced jawline definition.
Marionette folds and lower facial sagging.

Brow descent, excess eyelid skin, and neck laxity may require additional procedures.

Who May Be Suitable?

Candidates may include patients with moderate to significant facial sagging who are medically fit for surgery, have realistic expectations, and can allow sufficient recovery time.

Previous fillers, thread lifts, or facial surgery should be disclosed during consultation.

Consultation and Preparation

The surgeon assesses facial structure, skin condition, medical history, and previous treatments. The consultation covers the recommended technique, incision locations, risks, anaesthesia, and recovery.

Provide a complete list of medicines and supplements. Do not stop prescribed medication without medical advice. Follow preparation instructions and arrange assistance during early recovery.

Recovery

The hospital’s information describes an initial recovery period of approximately one to two weeks. Swelling, bruising, numbness, and tightness may persist longer.

Results generally become clearer over three to six months, although healing varies. Follow wound-care instructions and ask the surgeon when to resume work, exercise, and travel.

Risks and Limitations

Potential risks include bleeding, infection, delayed healing, scarring, asymmetry, and nerve injury affecting sensation or movement.

A facelift does not treat all pigmentation concerns or fine wrinkles, and ageing continues after surgery. Results vary between patients.

Cost

Request an individual quotation specifically for Deep Plane Facelift surgery. Confirm whether anaesthesia, hospital accommodation, additional procedures, and follow-up care are included.