Deep Plane Facelift Conveniently located to serve Seattle, Kirkland, Bellevue, and Redmond

The Deep Plane Facelift is a revolutionary facial rejuvenation surgery technique that achieves more natural, longer-lasting outcomes. While standard facelifts address the superficial layers of the face, the Deep Plane Facelift targets the deeper tissues for a long-lasting lift.

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Achieving Natural Rejuvenation with the Deep Plane Facelift

This approach is ideal for those who seek substantial rejuvenation without the telltale signs of surgery. Addressing the deeper tissues effectively combats the sagging and drooping associated with aging for a refreshed, youthful look that is incredibly natural. You will look like you – just years younger. At Liebertz Plastic Surgery at Yarrow Bay, we are honored to be considered a leading plastic surgery practice performing this advanced facelift technique.

Are you a candidate for a Deep Plane Facelift?

A candidate for a deep plane facelift is typically someone in their mid-40s to 60s who has pronounced sagging of the face, particularly around the midface and neck. This individual seeks a more comprehensive rejuvenation than traditional facelifts offer. Good skin elasticity, overall health, and realistic expectations are essential. Non-smokers or those ready to quit are ideal, as smoking can hinder the healing process.

The procedure

Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation, where your desires and concerns are addressed. Upon settling on the Deep Plane Facelift, the procedure involves making discreet incisions, often concealed within the hairline or natural facial contours. Through these incisions, the deeper facial tissues—known as the SMAS layer—are repositioned and tightened. This not only lifts the skin but also the underlying muscles and structures, providing a comprehensive enhancement. The skin is then redraped, and any excess is trimmed, ensuring a smooth and natural appearance.

Your recovery

Recovery from a Deep Plane Facelift is relatively straightforward. After the procedure, it's natural to experience some swelling and bruising, which typically subsides after a week or two. You must keep the head elevated and avoid strenuous activities for a week or two. Most individuals feel socially presentable within 10-14 days, although individual healing rates can vary. Scars are skillfully hidden, will mature, and become less noticeable over a few months. Regular check-ups ensure everything is healing as planned and allow any questions or concerns to be answered.

Benefits of a Deep Plane Facelift

Natural-looking results: A comprehensive facial rejuvenation that addresses deeper facial tissues for natural and long-lasting results.
Advantage over traditional facelifts: Targets the SMAS layer, addressing both sagging skin and underlying structures.
Consultation: Personalized discussions to align the procedure with patient desires and concerns.
Minimal scarring: Discreet incisions, typically concealed within hairlines or facial contours. Hidden scars that fade over time.
Easier recovery: Expected swelling and bruising for 1-2 weeks. Head elevation and avoidance of strenuous activities are recommended. Socially presentable within 10-14 days.

Comprehensive facial rejuvenation

Comprehensive facial rejuvenation goes beyond a single procedure to holistically enhance and refresh your appearance. Patients can achieve more harmonious and balanced results by combining treatments like facelifts, neck lifts, and eyelid surgeries. Adding procedures such as facial lipocontouring, brow lifts, or buccal fat removal can refine the result. This integrated approach ensures that all facial features complement each other, giving a refreshed, youthful look.

Dr. Liebertz’s drainless approach

Liebertz Plastic Surgery offers drainless facelifts, which provide a variety of impressive benefits for patients, including decreasing complication risks and minimizing discomfort and recovery time. A drainless approach ensures that compression garments function seamlessly, reducing swelling and keeping the newly sculpted facial contours intact.

When drains are present during the healing process, they can cause skin irritation, painful pulling, and more pronounced scarring. As they must be continuously emptied and monitored, it is easy for the drains to become infected due to bacteria buildup. Drains can also inhibit mobility after surgery, with common reports of drains being ripped out of the skin when the patient stands up, walks around, or turns over in bed. Dr. Liebertz is committed to outstanding care at every phase of your facelift journey, and a drainless approach helps him to deliver on his promise of uncompromising excellence.

Leading board-certified plastic surgeon: Dr. Liebertz

Dr. Liebertz is renowned for his dedication to enhancing the natural allure of his patients, seamlessly blending their inner beauty with refined, subtle results. He stands firmly against the notion of overdone procedures, emphasizing a fresh yet undetectable transformation. With a practice rooted in compassion, ethics, and safety, Dr. Liebertz is supported by an adept team, ensuring unparalleled service. He is not just a surgeon but a beacon of trust in facial plastic surgery.

Why choose us?

Liebertz Plastic Surgery of Yarrow Bay stands at the forefront of facial rejuvenation techniques. Our dedication to excellence and a deep understanding of facial anatomy positions us as leaders in the Deep Plane Facelift. Our team prioritizes your well-being and aesthetic goals, ensuring each procedure is tailored to your needs. By choosing our clinic, you're investing in expertise, care, and an unwavering commitment to your satisfaction.

Let us guide you to many confident days and years ahead, looking your best. The Deep Plane Facelift offers transformative results that stand the test of time. With our dedicated team by your side, rediscover the youthful radiance beneath. Experience the harmonious blend of state-of-the-art techniques with compassionate care at Liebertz Plastic Surgery at Yarrow Bay.