Facelift surgery is a well-known, time-honored way to create a refreshed, youthful appearance. However, even if you understand the fundamental principles behind a facelift, you may not know about the various techniques available to deliver stunning results.
At Newport Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Associates, Dr. Hisham Seify specializes in advanced facelift procedures, including the innovative deep-plane facelift. If you’re considering this surgery, you should know what it entails.
What Is a Traditional (SMAS) Facelift?
The superficial musculoaponeurotic system, or SMAS, is a layer of fibrous tissue that provides structural support by connecting the facial muscles to the skin.
The traditional facelift is a tried-and-true procedure that reduces sagging skin and wrinkles by lifting and tightenting the SMAS layer. Accessing the SMAS allows Dr. Seify to create long-lasting results by addressing concerns like jowls and nasolabial folds. While this approach is effective, it primarily resolves surface-level issues.
What Is a Deep-Plane Facelift?
The deep-plane facelift takes facial rejuvenation to the next level by working beneath the SMAS layer, targeting the muscles, fat, and other tissues responsible for facial contours.
During a deep-plane facelift, Dr. Seify releases and repositions deeper facial tissues as a single unit. This approach allows him to create a more comprehensive rejuvenation in the midface region. The result is a natural-looking lift that restores your contours without the “pulled-back” appearance sometimes associated with other methods.
Why Choose a Deep-Plane Facelift Over a SMAS Facelift?
While both techniques can deliver excellent results, the deep-plane facelift offers distinct advantages for patients looking to achieve a more thorough and enduring rejuvenation.
- One of the primary benefits of the deep-plane facelift is its ability to address deeper facial structures. By working beneath the SMAS layer, this technique lifts and repositions the underlying muscles and fatty tissues. Deep-plane facelifts correct sagging in the midface, cheeks, and jawline – areas where aging is often most noticeable.
- Many people choose the deep-plane facelift for its ability to restore youthful contours without the artificial look that can sometimes occur with traditional SMAS facelifts. Because the deep-plane technique repositions facial tissues as a single unit, the results are smoother and more balanced.
- While a traditional SMAS facelift can provide improvements that last five to 10 years, a deep-plane facelift typically offers results that endure for 10 to 15 years or longer. The procedure targets the root causes of aging, such as muscle and tissue laxity, instead of focusing solely on tightening the skin.
A deep-plane facelift can correct pronounced skin laxity and deeply etched wrinkles for a more dramatic transformation. Dr. Seify frequently recommends this method to people who desire a refreshed and youthful appearance that still feels authentic to their unique facial anatomy. He will work closely with you to evaluate your needs and recommend the ideal treatment approach.
Which Facelift Approach Is Better for You?
Selecting the ideal facelift technique is a profoundly personal decision. Every face is unique, so you should consider factors such as your anatomy, aging concerns, and lifestyle choices to determine which procedure will provide the most satisfying results.
What Areas Do You Want to Improve?
Do you mostly worry about superficial wrinkles and mild sagging, or are you dealing with drooping cheeks, jowls, or midface volume loss? If your concerns are more advanced, a deep-plane facelift may be your better option because it addresses surface and underlying layers comprehensively.
Do You Prefer a Natural Look?
Do you want a subtle refresh, or are you hoping for a more dramatic transformation? Your answer to this is a deciding factor. The deep-plane facelift creates excellent outcomes by lifting the entire facial structure as a cohesive unit, avoiding the “overdone” look.
How Long Do You Want
Your Results to Last?
A deep-plane facelift addresses the foundational causes of aging, allowing you to enjoy your new look for a decade or longer.
What Degree of Aging Are
You Experiencing?
A deep-plane facelift provides a more thorough and effective solution for advanced sagging in the midface, cheeks, or jawline. Patients with milder aging concerns may benefit more from a traditional SMAS facelift.
What Are Your Healing
and Recovery Expectations?
Preparing for your recovery is vital for having realistic expectations. While both techniques require downtime, the deep-plane facelift often results in less tension on the skin, leading to smoother healing and finer scars.
What Is Your Long-Term
Rejuvenation Goal?
Are you looking for a lasting solution to facial aging, or are you comfortable with the idea of additional procedures in the future? The longevity of the deep-plane facelift appeals to many patients who want a holistic enhancement.
Schedule Your Consultation With Dr. Seify
Facelift surgery is an investment in yourself – a tried-and-true way to get results that enhance your natural beauty while aligning with your unique goals. Dr. Seify, a renowned facial rejuvenation expert, offers outstanding deep-plane facelifts in Newport Beach.
Don’t settle for anything less than exceptional care. Call (949) 508-2079 or book your appointment online to discover how Dr. Seify can help you achieve your aesthetic goals.