Deep Plane Facelift & Neck Lift Before & After Gallery

Explore our gallery of before and after photos showcasing the transformative results of Dr. Balikian’s Artiste Lift™ and deep vertical neck lift procedures.

No two facelift results should look the same. Notice how the jawline, neck, cheeks and expression work together. The best facial rejuvenation draws attention to the person, not the surgery.

Frontal view of a woman whose face appears lifted and more symmetrical after a deep plane facelift, with softened folds around the mouth and refreshed eye area.
Left oblique angle showing a woman with a noticeably firmer jawline, reduced jowls, and a contoured neck following facial rejuvenation surgery.
A woman shown from a right oblique angle with improved jawline definition and a smoother neck after a deep plane facelift. Cheeks appear lifted, and skin texture is visibly more even.
Front view of woman before and after deep plane facelift surgery showing smoother skin, a defined jawline, and lifted lower face and neck
Angled view of woman before and after deep plane facelift and neck lift, highlighting improvement in jowls and neckline definition
Side profile of woman before and after facelift surgery, with visible tightening of the neck, enhanced jaw contour, and natural facial rejuvenation
Front view before and after facelift and neck lift showing firmer jawline and smoother chin and neck.
Profile view before and after facelift and neck lift showing smoother neckline and sculpted jawline.
Three-quarter view before and after facelift and neck lift showing improved jawline definition.
Three-quarter view before and after facelift and neck lift with refined neck contour and youthful profile.
Profile view before and after facelift and neck lift highlighting tighter neck and sharper chin angle.
Deep plane facelift before and after front view. Artiste Lift™ results show smoother neckline, defined jawline, and natural facial rejuvenation.
Deep plane facelift before and after oblique left view. Patient demonstrates lifted cheeks, firmer neck contour, and softened folds after Artiste Lift™.
Deep plane facelift before and after oblique right view. Artiste Lift™ results highlight reduced jowling, refined jawline, and restored cheek volume.
Front view before and after deep plane facelift showing improved facial symmetry, volume restoration, and natural rejuvenation
Right oblique before and after deep plane facelift with lifted cheeks, refined jawline, and smoother contour
Left oblique before and after deep plane facelift and neck lift with improved jawline contour and midface volume
Dr. Balikian combines engineering and artistry to create beautiful results, like this one! He performed a the Comprehensive Artiste Lift – A preservation Deep Plane Facelift and Deep Vertical Necklift with Submandibular Gland Reduction, Temporal Lift, Upper Blepharoplasty, Lower Scarless Blepharoplasty, Deep Plane Subnasal Lip Lift, Facial Fat Transfer and C02 Laser.
Dr. Balikian combines engineering and artistry to create beautiful results, like this one! He performed a the Comprehensive Artiste Lift – A preservation Deep Plane Facelift and Deep Vertical Necklift with Submandibular Gland Reduction, Temporal Lift, Upper Blepharoplasty, Lower Scarless Blepharoplasty, Deep Plane Subnasal Lip Lift, Facial Fat Transfer and C02 Laser.
Dr. Balikian combines engineering and artistry to create beautiful results, like this one! He performed a the Comprehensive Artiste Lift – A preservation Deep Plane Facelift and Deep Vertical Necklift with Submandibular Gland Reduction, Temporal Lift, Upper Blepharoplasty, Lower Scarless Blepharoplasty, Deep Plane Subnasal Lip Lift, Facial Fat Transfer and C02 Laser.
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 57-year-old woman showing natural facial rejuvenation, improved jawline definition, lifted cheeks, and a smoother neck contour.
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 57-year-old woman showing natural facial rejuvenation, improved jawline definition, lifted cheeks, and a smoother neck contour.
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 57-year-old woman showing natural facial rejuvenation, improved jawline definition, lifted cheeks, and a smoother neck contour.
Frontal before and after image of a female patient who underwent a deep plane facelift and neck lift with Dr. Balikian. The after photo shows smoother skin, lifted features, and a more defined jawline, highlighting the rejuvenating effects of the Artiste Lift™
Angled side-by-side view showing the same patient before and after a deep plane facelift and neck lift. Post-surgical improvements include lifted cheeks, reduced jowls, and a contoured neckline, demonstrating natural facelift results from Balikian Facial Plastic Surgery
Front view of male patient before and after facelift, highlighting smoother neckline and natural, refreshed results
Male patient before and after Artiste Lift™ deep plane facelift, three-quarter angle showing a firmer neck and rejuvenated facial contours.
Front view facelift and neck lift before and after showing balanced, rejuvenated features.
Before and after facelift and neck lift showing smoother neckline and natural lift.
Profile before and after facelift and neck lift with tightened neck and sculpted jawline.
Neck lift and facelift before and after in San Diego showing tightened skin under the chin, sculpted jawline, and smoother contours.
Facelift and neck lift before and after in San Diego highlighting a smoother neckline, lifted cheeks, and harmonious results.
Artiste Lift before and after front view in San Diego with balanced facial rejuvenation and a natural refreshed appearance.
Front view before and after preservation deep plane facelift with neck lift, eyelid surgery, fat transfer, laser resurfacing, and rhinoplasty
Left profile before and after facial rejuvenation surgery with neck lift
Left oblique before and after comprehensive facial rejuvenation surgery
Right oblique before and after facelift with eyelid surgery and fat transfer
Right profile before and after deep plane facelift with neck lift and rhinoplasty
Front view of female patient before and after deep plane facelift, showing balanced facial proportions and smoother lower face.
Side view comparison of female patient before and after facelift, showing natural results and improved skin texture.
Female patient before and after Artiste Lift™ deep plane facelift, three-quarter view showing lifted cheeks, defined jawline, and smoother neck.
hree-quarter comparison of female patient before and after Artiste Lift™ deep plane facelift, highlighting youthful contours and improved skin tone.
Side profile before and after Artiste Lift™ deep plane facelift, revealing tightened neck and refined jawline.
Angled before and after views of a deep plane facelift and neck lift performed by Dr. Balikian, highlighting smoother skin, a refined jawline, and improved cheek contour in a middle-aged female patient
Before and after photos of a middle-aged woman showing the results of a deep plane facelift and neck lift by Dr. Richard Balikian. The patient’s jawline, midface, and neck appear significantly more defined and lifted in the after photo
Frontal view before and after deep plane facelift and neck lift on a woman with natural, youthful results
Three-quarter view showing lifted jawline and smoother neck following deep plane facelift and fat transfer
Before and after photo of a woman in front view, showing the results of a deep plane facelift and neck lift. The after image reveals lifted cheeks, smoothed jowls, improved neck contour, and softened facial wrinkles
Angled view of the same patient before and after deep plane facelift and neck lift surgery. Post-surgical results include a more defined jawline, smoother skin texture, and improved neck tightness
Profile view of a woman before and after undergoing facelift and neck lift surgery. After image shows improved skin tone, tighter neckline, and natural-looking facial rejuvenation
Side-by-side front view of a female patient before and after facelift surgery, showing a smoother jawline, lifted cheeks, and improved skin tone. Her expression is neutral in both photos, and the after image reflects a more youthful appearance
Side-by-side angled right view of the patient showing before and after results of a facelift, illustrating tighter skin under the chin, refined facial features, and a lifted midface
Side-by-side angled left view of the same patient before and after facelift surgery, highlighting the dramatic reduction in neck fullness, firmer jawline, and rejuvenated facial contours
Front-facing before and after of a deep plane facelift and neck lift patient. Facial structure is visibly lifted with smoother skin and more defined contours
Side-by-side oblique photo of facelift and neck lift results. The deep plane approach created subtle, natural rejuvenation with enhanced definition under the chin and along the jaw
Oblique angle showing before and after deep plane facelift results. The patient's neckline is sculpted and lower face sagging is significantly reduced
Front view before and after facelift surgery by Dr. Richard Balikian showing smoother skin texture, lifted cheeks, and a youthful, harmonious facial appearance.
Before and after right oblique view of a facelift by Dr. Richard Balikian, highlighting improved jawline contour, neck tightening, and natural restoration of facial balance.
Before and after left oblique view of a facelift performed by Dr. Richard Balikian.
Front view before and after deep plane facelift with neck lift and eyelid surgery showing improved symmetry and facial rejuvenation
Right oblique before and after deep plane facelift with neck lift showing smoother contours and improved facial definition
Right profile before and after deep plane facelift showing refined neckline and natural facial rejuvenation
Left oblique before and after deep plane facelift showing lifted cheeks, reduced jowls, and improved jawline contour
Left profile before and after deep plane facelift and neck lift showing improved neck contour and jawline definition
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 53-year-old woman with improved jawline definition, lifted cheeks, and a naturally refreshed appearance.
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 53-year-old woman with improved jawline definition, lifted cheeks, and a naturally refreshed appearance.
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 53-year-old woman with improved jawline definition, lifted cheeks, and a naturally refreshed appearance.
Before and after front view of a woman showing results from a deep plane facelift. In the after photo, her neck appears smoother, jawline more defined, and facial features naturally rejuvenated
Before and after angled side view of the same woman following a deep plane facelift. The after photo shows lifted jowls, tighter neck contour, and improved lower face definition
Front view before and after deep plane facelift showing improved facial symmetry and natural rejuvenation
Left oblique before and after deep plane facelift and neck lift with improved jawline contour and facial balance
Left profile before and after deep plane facelift showing refined jawline and smoother neck contour
Right oblique before and after deep plane facelift with lifted cheeks and refined jawline
Right profile before and after deep plane facelift showing improved neck contour and jawline definition
Before and after of facelift and neck lift showing a youthful, rested appearance. Patient’s cheeks, jawline, and neck appear tighter and more defined
Facelift and neck lift results from the oblique angle. Smoother jawline and lifted midface create a more contoured, balanced facial structure
Deep plane facelift and neck lift transformation with improved skin texture, firm neckline, and a sculpted jaw from profile view
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 58-year-old woman demonstrating a refreshed appearance with improved cheeks, jawline, and neck definition.
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 58-year-old woman demonstrating a refreshed appearance with improved cheeks, jawline, and neck definition.
Before and after Artiste Lift™ preservation deep plane facelift in a 58-year-old woman demonstrating a refreshed appearance with improved cheeks, jawline, and neck definition.
Front-facing before and after photo of a middle-aged woman following deep plane facelift surgery, showing noticeable improvements in facial volume, jawline definition, and neck contour. Performed by Dr. Richard Balikian at Balikian Facial Plastic Surgery
Angled before and after view of a woman following deep plane facelift surgery, highlighting reduced jowls, tightened neck skin, and enhanced cheek structure for a more youthful profile. Results by Dr. Richard Balikian
Before and after images of a woman showing improved jawline definition and neck contour following deep plane facelift surgery
Three-quarter view of a woman before and after facelift surgery, showing reduction in jowling and enhanced cheek contours
Before and after image of a woman in her 60s who underwent deep plane facelift and neck lift surgery with Dr. Richard Balikian. The post-surgery photo shows smoother skin, lifted jowls, improved jawline definition, and a more youthful neckline
Before and after frontal view of a woman with red hair showing results from a deep plane facelift. In the after photo, her jawline appears more defined, neck skin is tightened, and overall facial contours look smoother and lifted
Before and after angled view of the same patient following a deep plane facelift. Noticeable improvements in cheek volume, jawline definition, and smoother neck profile in the after image
Deep plane facelift before and after with visible smoothing of wrinkles, lifted midface, and better lower facial balance.
Before and after deep plane facelift showing softened nasolabial folds, improved skin texture, and a defined cervicomental angle.
Front view before and after showing improved facial balance, smoother skin texture, and enhanced jawline and neck contour following deep plane facelift surgery.
Left profile before and after showing improved neck contour and facial support following deep plane facelift surgery.
Left oblique before and after showing improved facial contours and skin quality following deep plane facelift surgery.
Right oblique before and after showing improved midface support and smoother skin following deep plane facelift surgery.
Right profile before and after showing improved jawline definition and neck contour following deep plane facelift surgery.
Oblique before and after photo of a female patient following a deep plane facelift and neck lift by Dr. Balikian. The after image shows enhanced jawline contour, lifted cheeks, and smoother neck skin, reflecting natural-looking facial rejuvenation results
Before and after of deep plane facelift and neck lift showing smoother neck and defined jawline in older woman
Front-facing before and after view of a deep plane facelift, showing a more defined jawline, reduced sagging in the lower face, and an overall refreshed appearance.
Angled before and after comparison of a deep plane facelift patient, highlighting lifted midface contours, tightened neck, and rejuvenated skin texture.
Front view before and after facelift and neck lift showing tighter jawline and refreshed lower face.
Three-quarter view before and after deep plane facelift and neck lift showing improved jawline and smoother neck.

What Makes These Results Look Natural?

One of the things you’ll notice throughout this gallery is that no two patients look alike after surgery. That’s intentional.

Every face ages differently and every surgical plan should reflect those differences. Some patients benefit most from restoring the jawline and neck. Others require more support through the cheeks or around the eyes. The objective isn’t to perform the same facelift on every patient. It’s to understand the anatomy and restore facial balance while preserving the characteristics that make each person recognizable.

That’s why the results throughout this gallery vary from patient to patient while maintaining the same overall philosophy: patients look refreshed, healthy, and like themselves.

Why Patients Choose the Artiste Lift™

The Artiste Lift™ is Dr. Richard Balikian’s preservation approach to deep plane facial rejuvenation. Rather than relying on skin tension to create the lift, it focuses on repositioning the deeper facial structures while minimizing unnecessary trauma to the tissues.

This approach allows facial rejuvenation to look balanced and natural while supporting a more comfortable recovery.

Patients choose the Artiste Lift™ because it offers:

  • Preservation Deep Plane Facelift techniques
  • Deep Vertical Neck Lift when appropriate
  • Reduced swelling through tissue-preserving techniques
  • Advanced recovery protocols designed to support healing
  • Results that restore facial support while maintaining natural expression

Every recommendation is made with one objective: to restore facial harmony while preserving the features that make each patient look like themselves.

Facial Rejuvenation Is Rarely One Procedure

One of the themes you’ll see throughout this gallery is that facial rejuvenation is often customized beyond the facelift itself.

Depending on the patient’s anatomy and goals, surgery may also include a Deep Vertical Neck Lift, facial fat transfer, upper or lower blepharoplasty, brow lift surgery, lip lift, or laser resurfacing. Each recommendation is made to improve overall facial harmony rather than focusing on a single feature.

Natural-looking facial rejuvenation comes from treating the face as a complete system, not as a collection of individual procedures.

If you’d like to better understand how facelift surgery is planned, how different techniques work and how facial anatomy influences treatment recommendations, visit our comprehensive facial rejuvenation education center.

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The best surgical plan begins with understanding what has changed. During your consultation, Dr. Richard Balikian will evaluate your facial anatomy, explain your treatment options and recommend only the procedures that will help you achieve a natural, balanced result.

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Deep Plane Facelift Before & After FAQs

Questions Every Patient Should Ask

A natural-looking facelift isn’t determined by how much skin is tightened. It’s determined by whether the relationships between the jawline, neck, cheeks, eyelids, and facial expression remain balanced. When those relationships are preserved, people notice the person, not the procedure.

We don’t recognize faces one feature at a time. We recognize the relationship between all of their features. When one area appears overcorrected or out of proportion, it changes the overall impression of the face.

For many men, the jawline is one of the defining characteristics of the face. As the deeper tissues descend and the neck becomes heavier, the transition between the jawline and neck becomes less distinct, often making men feel they look older before wrinkles become their primary concern.

Skin reflects the structures beneath it. If deeper facial support isn’t restored, tightening the skin alone may not recreate youthful facial relationships. Repositioning the deeper tissues allows the skin to drape more naturally.

Facial aging rarely affects only one area. Depending on your anatomy, facial rejuvenation may also include upper or lower blepharoplasty, facial fat transfer, or a temple lift. Dr. Balikian commonly combines a temple lift with upper eyelid surgery to restore natural facial balance.

Because no two faces age the same way. The amount of tissue descent, neck aging, facial volume loss, skin quality and skeletal support varies from patient to patient. The surgical plan should reflect those differences.

Rather than focusing on one feature, look at the face as a whole. Notice whether the jawline, neck, cheeks, eyelids, and facial expression remain balanced. The best results usually don’t draw attention to the surgery itself.

Yes. Facial rejuvenation is designed to restore youthful support while maintaining the features that make you recognizable. The objective is to look refreshed, not like a different person.

People recognize one another not only by facial appearance but also by expression and movement. Preserving natural facial animation is an important part of achieving a result that doesn’t draw attention to the surgery.

Many people believe a successful facelift is measured by how much younger someone looks. I believe it’s measured by something much simpler: whether people notice the person instead of the procedure.

Why Trust Dr. Balikian with Your Face?

Dr. Richard Balikian is a highly respected facial plastic surgeon serving the San Diego area.

With over 20 years of experience and double board certification in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery as well as Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Balikian offers a unique combination of technical expertise and artistic vision.

He is part of an elite group of surgeons with extensive training focused exclusively on the face and neck.

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Trust Your Face to a Facial Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Richard Balikian is a highly respected facial plastic surgeon serving the San Diego area.

With over 20 years of experience and double board certification in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery as well as Head and Neck Surgery, Dr. Balikian offers a unique combination of technical expertise and artistic vision.

He is part of an elite group of surgeons with extensive training focused exclusively on the face and neck

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