Advantages of a Deep Plane Facelift
Aging brings wisdom, but it can also introduce visible changes, sagging skin, deep wrinkles, and a tired appearance.
For those seeking a more comprehensive, lasting solution, the deep plane facelift stands apart as one of the most advanced techniques available today.
At Balikian Facial Plastic Surgery in San Diego, Dr. Richard Balikian performs the Artiste Lift™, a signature preservation deep plane facelift that repositions not just the skin, but the deeper muscular and structural layers of the face for refined, natural-looking rejuvenation.
Why Choose a Deep Plane Facelift?
Unlike traditional facelifts, which mainly lift the skin and superficial tissue, a deep plane facelift addresses the deeper layers where true aging occurs. This method:
- Restores natural facial volume
- Smooths deep folds and jowls
- Lifts the cheeks and midface
- Enhances jawline and neck definition
- Delivers results that age more gracefully
This technique is especially effective for patients with moderate to advanced signs of facial aging.
Natural-Looking, Long-Lasting Results
The key to the deep plane facelift is its ability to reposition the skin, SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System), and deeper tissues as one unit. This integrated lift avoids the pulled or overdone appearance often associated with traditional methods.
The result? A youthful, refreshed look that still looks like you, just brighter.
Rejuvenation From the Inside Out
As we age, support structures in the midface weaken, leading to flat cheeks, drooping corners of the mouth, and deeper nasolabial folds. The Artiste Lift™ targets these deeper changes by:
- Lifting the malar fat pads to restore cheek volume
- Elevating the midface for youthful fullness
- Creating harmony between the cheeks, jawline, and neck
Together, these enhancements restore youthful facial proportions and bring back the soft, natural contours of a vibrant, balanced appearance.
Deep Release of Facial Ligaments
One of the distinguishing features of this technique is the release of facial retaining ligaments, including those along the cheekbones, jawline, and neck. This allows the lift to be more comprehensive and tension-free, ensuring smoother, more elegant transitions without tightness or bunching.
Deep Plane Facelift Before and After Gallery
Easier, Smoother Recovery
Despite its complexity, the deep plane facelift often results in less bruising and a faster recovery than traditional lifts. By lifting the tissue in its natural plane, trauma to surrounding structures is minimized. Most patients enjoy:
- Reduced swelling and downtime
- Less postoperative discomfort
- A quicker return to social life
This gentler approach not only enhances healing but also allows patients to enjoy their rejuvenated appearance with greater comfort and confidence, sooner.
Post-Facelift Healing: How We Accelerate Recovery and Minimize Swelling
At Balikian Facial Plastic Surgery, recovery is approached with the same care and precision as surgery itself. Immediately following your procedure, Dr. Balikian utilizes the ELIXIR MD™ system with targeted yellow light therapy to reduce swelling, inflammation, and bruising at the cellular level.
This medical-grade light penetrates just 1 to 2 millimeters into the skin—precisely where healing begins. It helps decrease inflammatory cytokines, supports lymphatic drainage, and promotes faster resolution of facial edema. Patients often describe the experience as relaxing and pain-free, even immediately after surgery.
Used both in the recovery room and during the first week post-op, this innovative treatment contributes to smoother healing and more refined final results. By integrating advanced light therapy into the facelift recovery process, Dr. Balikian helps patients heal faster and more comfortably, all while preserving the integrity and artistry of their results.
Learn More About the Deep Plane Facelift
Double board-certified facial plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Balikian has the years of training and experience required to achieve incredible results with the deep plane facelift procedure.
The best way to learn more about the advantages of a deep plane facelift is by meeting personally with Dr. Balikian for a consultation. To arrange your consultation with Dr. Balikian, contact us today.
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Trust Your Face to a Facial Plastic Surgeon
Dr. Balikian is an experienced, double board-certified, facial plastic surgeon. He is double board-certified both in Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery as well as Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Balikian belongs to a very select group of elite cosmetic surgeons with at least six years of specialized surgical training exclusively in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the face and neck.
Richard V. Balikian, MD, FACS
Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Balikian Facial Plastic Surgery: Richard V. Balikian, MD, FACS
