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The deep plane facelift, curated worldwide.

1600+ board-certified specialists across 70+ countries. Verified credentials, documented case volumes, natural results lasting 10–15 years. Complimentary matchmaking within 24 hours.

Board
Certified
Free
Consultation
24h
Match
How Every Surgeon Is Verified
Board-certified
ISAPS · ASPS · National equivalents
Case volume
100+ deep plane cases verified
Accredited facility
JCI / nationally certified hospitals
Direct surgeon access
No middleman, no kickback fees

A deep plane facelift costs $8,000–$300,000 worldwide as of 2026, based on 1,648 profiled surgeon profiles. Turkey ($8K–$18K) is the most affordable, while the USA typically costs $35K–$75K. The procedure takes 4–6 hours, recovery requires 2–3 weeks, and results last 10–15 years. DEEPPLANE™ lists 1,648+ surgeons across 72+ countries with free consultation matching.

What does a deep plane facelift actually do?

It dissects beneath the SMAS layer to release the zygomatic, masseteric, and mandibular retaining ligaments, then repositions midface and neck tissue as one composite flap. Results last 10-15 years — roughly 2-3 times longer than standard SMAS facelift — with satisfaction above 95% in published series.

See the interactive ligament-release anatomy

Where is it safest to have a deep plane facelift?

Safety is surgeon-specific, not country-specific. Any JCI-accredited facility with a board-certified deep-plane specialist performing 50+ annual cases is safe regardless of geography. DEEPPLANE™ verifies board certification, facility accreditation, and documented case volume for every listed surgeon across 68+ countries.

Browse verified surgeons by country and case volume

What is a Deep Plane Facelift?

An advanced surgical technique that lifts beneath the SMAS layer for natural results lasting 10–15 years. 4–6 hours, 95%+ satisfaction. Read the deep plane technique guide →

How Much Does It Cost?

Pricing varies widely by surgeon experience and facility — from $5,000 in emerging destinations to $300,000 at celebrity-tier US practices. Cost follows the surgeon, not the country. Compare deep plane facelift cost by country →

Safety · Transparency

The risks we don't hide.

Deep plane facelift is among the safest major aesthetic procedures when performed by a board-certified specialist with documented case volume. These are the numbers — published by the Aesthetic Society and peer-reviewed journals, not by us.

<4%
Complications
1–3%
Hematoma
<0.1%
Nerve injury
98%+
Satisfaction

Am I a Good Candidate?

Ideal for sagging jowls, loose neck, or nasolabial folds. Age 40–75.

Sagging cheeks or jawline
Age 40–75
Good health, non-smoker
Want lasting results

What Patients Say

I was nervous about going abroad for surgery, but DEEPPLANE™ connected me with an incredible surgeon. The whole process was seamless.

MT

Margaret T.

🇺🇸 United States

At my age, I wanted to be sure I was in the right hands. The surgeon verification gave me confidence to move forward.

SK

Susan K.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

I compared 5 surgeons across 3 countries before making my decision. Having all the information in one place was invaluable.

CM

Claudia M.

🇩🇪 Germany

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The Process

How It Works

1

Choose a City

Pick where you'd like your surgery. We list surgeons in 68+ countries.

2

Get Matched

Board-certified surgeons review your request and respond within 48 hours.

3

Consult Directly

Talk to your surgeon on WhatsApp. No middleman, no hidden fees.

Why Deep Plane Is Worth It

Longer results, lower cost-per-year, most natural outcome.

10-15 Yrs

2-3x longer

95%+

Satisfied

Natural

No pulled look

Deep Plane Facelift Resources

Comprehensive guides for patients researching deep plane facelift.

Frequently Asked

Matters of cost.

For Surgeons

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Medical Review

Dr. Yakup Duman

Plastic, Reconstructive & Aesthetic Surgery Specialist

MDBoard CertifiedPlastic Surgery Specialist

Board-certified Plastic & Aesthetic Surgery specialist with 13+ years of experience. Specializes in deep plane facelift at Merkez Prime Hospital, Istanbul. Medical Reviewer for DEEPPLANE™.

Turkish Plastic Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery Association

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