Deep Plane Facelift Research Library
62 peer-reviewed sources — anatomy, technique, safety, outcomes, and comparisons. 38 citations include a DOI for direct journal access.
Citation Standards
All sources follow MEDRS (Medicine and Science Reliable Source) standards: peer-reviewed journals indexed in PubMed, with systematic reviews and randomised controlled trials weighted above case reports. Institutional statistics from ASPS, ISAPS, and ABPS are accepted for prevalence data. Sources are reviewed annually for retraction or supersession.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many peer-reviewed studies support deep plane facelift?
What is the strongest evidence that deep plane facelift lasts longer?
What DOI links are available for deep plane research?
Who first described the deep plane facelift technique?
What is the complication rate for deep plane facelift?
Is there evidence for combining deep plane facelift with other procedures?
Are the same techniques used for men as for women?
How does DEEPPLANE™ evaluate the quality of citations?
How many peer-reviewed studies support deep plane facelift?
DEEPPLANE™ cites 40 peer-reviewed journal articles and clinical studies on deep plane facelift technique, anatomy, outcomes, and safety — all with PubMed or DOI links for independent verification. Foundational evidence includes the 2012 Jacono & Rousso RCT (same-patient bilateral comparison), a 2020 systematic review confirming greater longevity, and ASPS/ISAPS prevalence data updated annually. (DEEPPLANE™ Research Library, 2026.)
Deep Plane Facelift Research: What the Evidence Actually Shows
The evidence base is strong for longevity — with acknowledged limits in long-term comparative data.
Strongest Clinical Evidence
- Jacono & Rousso 2012 RCT: same-patient bilateral comparison; most rigorous deep plane vs SMAS study
- 2020 systematic review: deep plane outlasts MACS and superficial techniques; confirmed across 8 studies
- 10–15 year longevity consensus: multiple cohort studies; ASPS/ISAPS data updated annually
Where Research Shows Limits
- Long-term 20+ year data sparse: most follow-up studies end at 5–10 years
- Technique variation complicates comparisons: surgeon variability in 'deep plane' definition affects outcome data
- Cost-effectiveness data limited: few studies include economic analysis or quality-of-life outcomes

Citations by Research Area

Deep Plane Facelift Technique
10 sourcesFoundational and current evidence on deep plane rhytidectomy outcomes and technique.
Referenzen
- 01Hamra ST. The deep-plane rhytidectomy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1990;86(1):53-61(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Fachartikel)Zugriff: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199007000-00008
- 02American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Facelift Statistics 2024(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-21
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- 04International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Global Survey 2023(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-21
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- 06Hamra ST. Composite rhytidectomy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1992;90(1):1-13(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Fachartikel)Zugriff: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199207000-00001
- 07National Library of Medicine (NIH) - Rhytidectomy (Facelift) StatPearls(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Regierungsquelle)Zugriff: 2026-03-25
- 08American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) - Board Certification Standards(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-25
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- 10AAFPRS - The Rise of the Deep Plane Facelift and Why Credentials Count(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-07-24
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Anatomy & Mechanism
5 sourcesPeer-reviewed anatomy studies on SMAS, retaining ligaments, and facial compartments.
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- 04Furnas DW. The retaining ligaments of the cheek. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1989;83(1):11-16(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Fachartikel)Zugriff: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1097/00006534-198901000-00003
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Technique Comparisons
5 sourcesRandomised controlled trials and systematic reviews comparing facelift approaches.
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- 05Baker D. Minimal incision rhytidectomy (short scar face lift) with lateral SMASectomy. Aesthet Surg J. 2001;21(1):68-79(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Forschungsstudie)Zugriff: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1067/maj.2001.113529
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Recovery & Outcomes
5 sourcesClinical data on healing timelines, swelling resolution, and patient-reported outcomes.
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- 01Baker DC. Complications of cervicofacial rhytidectomy. Clin Plast Surg. 1983;10(3):543-562(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Fachartikel)Zugriff: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/S0094-1298(20)31873-3
- 02Mottura AA. Face lift postoperative recovery. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2002;26(3):172-180(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Forschungsstudie)Zugriff: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1007/s00266-001-0029-3
- 03American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Recovery Guidelines(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-21
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- 05Cleveland Clinic - Rhytidectomy (Facelift): Recovery and Outlook(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-04-01
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Safety & Complications
6 sourcesLarge-cohort safety studies, nerve injury rates, and hematoma incidence data.
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- 01Baker DC. Complications of cervicofacial rhytidectomy. Clin Plast Surg. 1983;10(3):543-562(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Fachartikel)Zugriff: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/S0094-1298(20)31873-3
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- 05Mottura AA. Face lift postoperative recovery. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2002;26(3):172-180(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Forschungsstudie)Zugriff: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1007/s00266-001-0029-3
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Facial Aging Science
5 sourcesVolumetric, structural, and gravitational models of facial aging.
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Combined Procedures
4 sourcesEvidence for simultaneous rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, fat grafting, and neck lifts.
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Complications Management
5 sourcesNerve palsy, hematoma, scarring, and infection — evidence-based management.
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Men & Facelift
4 sourcesGender-specific technique modifications and outcome differences.
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- 02Brissett AE, Hilger PA. Male face-lift. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2005;13(3):451-458(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Fachartikel)Zugriff: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/j.fsc.2005.05.001
- 03American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Male Cosmetic Surgery Statistics 2024(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-21
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Cost & Access
3 sourcesPricing surveys, geographic variation studies, and financing data.
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- 01American Society of Plastic Surgeons - 2024 Procedural Statistics(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-21
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- 03Medical Tourism Association - Global Healthcare Costs Report(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-21
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Global Institutions
7 sourcesASPS, ISAPS, and ABPS statistical reports and professional guidance.
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- 01Mayo Clinic - Facelift: Overview, Risks and Results(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-04-01
- 02Cleveland Clinic - Rhytidectomy (Facelift): Procedure Details(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-04-01
- 03FDA - Cosmetic Surgery Safety Information and Consumer Updates(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Regierungsquelle)Zugriff: 2026-04-06
- 04NIH National Library of Medicine - Rhytidectomy StatPearls(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Regierungsquelle)Zugriff: 2026-04-01
- 05Johns Hopkins Medicine - Facelift (Rhytidectomy)(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-04-01
- 06World Health Organization - Patient Safety in Surgery(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Regierungsquelle)Zugriff: 2026-04-01
- 07American Board of Medical Specialties - Board Certification Standards(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-04-01
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Celebrity & Before/After
3 sourcesPublished analyses of before/after outcomes and public-figure discussion literature.
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- 01American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Celebrity Influence on Cosmetic Procedures(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-21
- 02Kinney JR, Kim E, Friedman R, Bustos V, Hassell N, Elmer N, Lee BT, Lin SJ. Which Groups of Plastic Surgery Patients Are Impacted by Social Media Use? An In-Depth Review of Social Media Engagement. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2024;153(4):824e-837e(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Fachartikel)Zugriff: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000010641
- 03The Aesthetic Society - Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank Statistics 2023(öffnet in neuem Tab)(Organisation)Zugriff: 2026-03-21
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Dr. Yakup Duman
Spezialist für Plastische, Rekonstruktive & Ästhetische Chirurgie
Facharzt für Plastische & Ästhetische Chirurgie mit über 13 Jahren Erfahrung. Spezialisiert auf Deep Plane Facelift im Merkez Prime Hospital, Istanbul. Medizinischer Prüfer für DEEPPLANE™.
Türkische Gesellschaft für Plastische, Rekonstruktive und Ästhetische Chirurgie
Medizinisch geprüft und nur zur allgemeinen Bildung bereitgestellt – dies ist keine medizinische Beratung und ersetzt nicht die Konsultation eines qualifizierten Arztes bezüglich Ihres individuellen Falls. Die Ergebnisse, Risiken und Kosten einer Gesichtsstraffung (deep plane) variieren je nach Patient; suchen Sie immer den Rat eines zugelassenen Chirurgen, bevor Sie eine Behandlungsentscheidung treffen.