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Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery
1819 Lyndhurst Ave.
Charlotte, NC 28203
Phone: (980) 949-6544
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Deep Plane Facelift in Charlotte, NC
The deep plane facelift is an advanced facial rejuvenation surgery that repositions deeper structures of the face that have descended with age. Because it goes beneath the superficial layers of the face, this technique requires detailed knowledge of facial anatomy.
At Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery, dual board-certified, fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeons Dr. Andrea Garcia and Dr. Joshua Surowitz perform every deep plane facelift together. Both surgeons trained under recognized experts in the deep plane technique and have performed more than 600 deep plane facelift procedures as a team.
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Before & After Photos
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This 50 year old female patient sought elective facial rejuvenation with the goal of achieving a refreshed and rested appearance. Before seeking a revision facelift in Charlotte, she noticed sagging in her lower face and neck, along with droopiness around her brow and eyelids. These concerns left her feeling that her outward appearance... Read More
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BeforeAfter
Deep Plane Facelift
This patient underwent a deep plane facelift and necklift at Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery. The procedure works in a deeper layer of facial tissue than a standard facelift, repositioning the underlying muscular structure along with the overlying skin.In the before photo, the midface shows a flattened contour, with notable laxity alon... Read More
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Necklift, Facelift, Upper Blepharoplasty, Lower Blepharoplasty, Otoplasty
This gentleman wished to address his facial and neck aging, upper and lower eyelid aging, and prominent ears. Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz treated him with a deep plane face and neck lift, upper blepharoplasty (not shown), lower blepharoplasty, and otoplasty. He is very pleased with his natural results. Read More
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Deep Plane Facelift
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Deep Plane Facelift
This patient was seen regarding options to address facial aging changes. Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz preformed a deep plane facelift to address these concerns. Patient is very pleased with her results.
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Deep Plane Facelift & Upper Blepharoplasty
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Facelift & Necklift
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BeforeAfter
This patient sought a deep plane facelift and neck lift in Charlotte to address visible signs of aging along her lower face and neck. He had previous surgery many years ago on her neck and felt that this resulted in some irregularity. She hoped to improve skin laxity, reduce jowling, and improve the contour of her neck. After cons... Read More
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What Is a Deep Plane Facelift?
A deep plane facelift is an advanced facelift technique that addresses moderate to significant sagging in the cheeks, jowls, and neck that develops as underlying tissues lose support and descend over time. It repositions the deeper facial structures to their original youthful position, along with the overlying skin, for natural-looking results that don’t look tight or pulled.
“The nice thing about a deep plane facelift is you’re actually anatomically suspending things from where they came. We do not stretch or pull the tissue to where it never was; we resuspend it as it used to be. That’s why patients look like themselves earlier, versus looking like somebody totally different.”
Dr. Joshua Surowitz
What Are the Benefits of a Deep Plane Facelift?
A deep plane facelift, which typically includes a deep neck lift, provides comprehensive rejuvenation of the midface, lower face, jawline, and neck by:
- Restoring a youthful position and contour to the cheeks
- Softening deep folds around the mouth
- Reducing jowls
- Improving jawline definition
- Creating a smoother, more defined neck
Because facial aging involves both tissue descent and volume loss, Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz include facial fat grafting with every deep plane facelift for a more comprehensive rejuvenation by restoring volume in the temples, midface, under-eye hollows, and pre-jowl area.
Meet Our Surgeons
Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery combines the expertise of two dual board-certified, fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeons for unparalleled patient care. Dr. Andrea Garcia and Dr. Josh Surowitz offer a unique collaborative approach to facial plastic surgery, working as a compassionate and highly trained duo to bring out the very best in you.
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Am I a Candidate for a Deep Plane Facelift?
You may be a candidate if you are in good overall health and have noticeable facial sagging, jowls, or loss of jawline and neck definition. There is no single “right” age for a facelift; our surgeons consider your anatomy, degree of facial aging, health, and cosmetic goals instead. During your consultation, both surgeons evaluate you and determine which facelift approach is most appropriate for the concerns you want to address.
How Is a Deep Plane Facelift Performed?
Our surgeons perform deep plane facelifts in our fully accredited, on-site surgical suite with general anesthesia administered by an M.D. anesthesiologist. Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz carefully plan the incisions around each patient’s anatomy, placing them within the hairline and natural creases around and behind the ears to help keep the resulting scars discreet.
Through these incisions, the surgeons work in the deep plane beneath the SMAS, a supportive layer of facial muscle and connective tissue. They release retaining ligaments that anchor the facial tissues to deeper structures and reposition the SMAS and overlying skin and soft tissue together, closer to their original, more youthful position. The deeper tissues then provide support for the lift rather than placing tension on the skin.
Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz operate together throughout the procedure. When combining deep plane facelifts with other facial procedures, their two-surgeon approach allows surgery to be completed more efficiently and with less total anesthesia time than a single surgeon working alone.
What Is Deep Plane Facelift Recovery Like?
Most patients return to work and regular routines about 3 to 6 weeks after a deep plane facelift, which is slightly longer than after a traditional facelift. Swelling and bruising are typically most noticeable during the first 1 to 2 weeks.
Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz provide detailed recovery instructions before surgery and closely monitor your progress afterward. You also have direct access to both surgeons throughout your recovery. Read our blog post for details about deep plane facelift healing and scar care.
How Long Does a Deep Plane Facelift Last?
Deep plane facelift results are long-lasting, at least 10 to 12 years, because the deeper facial tissues are repositioned and supported. Keep in mind that your face will continue to age naturally, but from a more youthful starting point.
Why Choose Dilworth Facial Plastic Surgery for a Deep Plane Facelift?
Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz bring specialized training and extensive shared experience to deep plane facelift surgery:
- 600+ deep plane facelifts performed together: Both surgeons work as a team on every procedure rather than dividing cases between them.
- Specialized deep plane training: Each surgeon completed fellowship training under a recognized master of the deep plane facelift. Dr. Garcia trained under Dr. Calvin M. Johnson and Dr. Surowitz under Dr. Sam Most; our surgeons have since refined the technique together in their own practice.
- Two surgeons from consultation through recovery: Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz evaluate patients, plan treatment, and operate together, providing two experienced perspectives throughout the process. They are directly available during recovery by their personal cell phones.
- Fully accredited on-site surgical suite: Surgery is performed in the practice’s private, AAAASF/Quad A-accredited facility.
With this collaborative approach, our surgeons bring their experience and unique perspective to creating natural-looking results tailored to each patient.
Request Your Consultation
If you are considering a deep plane facelift in Charlotte, request a consultation with Dr. Garcia and Dr. Surowitz to learn which approach can best address your facial aging concerns.
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