# Deep Plane Facelift in China — 3 Listed Surgeons (2026)

> Machine-readable markdown mirror of https://deepplane.com/china. Last built: 2026-11-14.
> License: CC BY 4.0 — Source: DEEPPLANE™ registry.

## Cost

- Procedure (surgeon + facility + anesthesia): $11,000–$18,000 USD
- Source: https://deepplane.com/deep-plane-facelift-cost (2026 canonical registry dataset, CC BY 4.0, machine-readable at https://deepplane.com/api/v1/cost-by-country.json)

## Top surgeons by DEEPPLANE™ Score

Ranking basis: the public DEEPPLANE™ Score (board certification, documented case evidence, verified review history) — identical order to the on-page roster at https://deepplane.com/china.

1. Dr. Li Shuo — DEEPPLANE™ Score 24 — https://deepplane.com/surgeons/li-shuo
1. Dr. Xiaosong Xiao — DEEPPLANE™ Score 21 — https://deepplane.com/surgeons/xiaosong-xiao
1. Dr. Xiao Zhongye — DEEPPLANE™ Score 8 — https://deepplane.com/surgeons/xiao-zhongye

## Frequently asked questions

### Are Chinese Hospitals Safe for Deep Plane Facelift?

Top Chinese hospitals — Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH, China's #1), Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital, Beijing Hospital, PLA General Hospital — provide world-class facilities with several holding JCI accreditation. CSPS-certified surgeons offer rigorous training. China's national hospital ranking system provides peer-review accountability. Use only top international clinics for safety; quality varies significantly between top-tier and smaller facilities.

### Should I Choose China or Korea for Asian Facelift?

Korea (Seoul) has higher procedure volume per capita (Gangnam alone has 500+ clinics), more English-speaking patient services, and easier visa access for many nationalities. China offers PUMCH academic credentialing, deeper hospital infrastructure, and 15–25% lower pricing than Seoul. Most international patients choose Korea for choice and convenience; China best for patients prioritizing academic surgical credentials at slightly lower pricing.

### When Is the Best Time for Surgery in China?

Beijing and Shanghai: April–May (spring) and September–October (autumn) offer ideal 15–25°C with low humidity. Avoid summer (humid, polluted) and winter (cold, dry). Guangzhou/Shenzhen: November–March (subtropical winter, 15–25°C). Chengdu: October–November (mild dry autumn). Always check daily AQI (Air Quality Index) and avoid days with AQI >100 for outdoor recovery walks; use N95 mask if needed.

### How much does a 9d facelift or deep plane facelift cost in Shanghai?

9d facelift Shanghai cost quotes typically run ¥60,000–¥120,000 at branded clinics — but "9D" is marketing, not a surgical technique. A true deep plane facelift in Shanghai costs $11,000–$18,000 (¥80,000–¥130,000) at internationally accredited hospitals such as Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital. Compare surgeons by credentials and documented deep plane outcomes, not by package branding.

### Who is the best facelift surgeon in China — for example, searches like "Dr Zhang facelift China"?

Zhang is one of the most common surnames in China, and several unrelated surgeons named Dr. Zhang advertise facelifts — verify any individual surgeon's national CSPS certification, hospital affiliation, and documented deep plane results rather than relying on a name. The strongest institutional signals are PUMCH (China's #1 ranked hospital) and Shanghai Ninth People's Hospital. Our directory lists their credentials. Board certifications are shown as listed in public sources or as entered by the surgeon in their own panel (2 of 995 entered by the surgeon, as of 2026-11-12); none of them has been confirmed with the issuing board by DEEPPLANE, which does not query it.

### How much is a facelift in China overall?

A deep plane facelift at a top Beijing or Shanghai hospital runs $11,000–$18,000 — roughly 60–75% below typical US pricing; smaller lifts (mini or SMAS) are a different operation and are priced separately. Add $1,500–$3,000 for travel and a 10–14 night stay. Top international hospitals include follow-up visits in the surgical fee.

### What is a "9D facelift" in China and how much does it cost?

"9D facelift" is a marketing label used by some Chinese clinics, including in Shanghai, for multi-vector lifting packages — it is not a distinct technique described in peer-reviewed surgical literature. The surgical benchmark for facial rejuvenation remains the deep plane facelift, which costs $11,000–$18,000 in China (Beijing and Shanghai). When comparing clinics using "9D" or similar branded terminology, evaluate the surgeon's credentials and documented outcomes rather than the marketing name.

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