Dr. Matt Stefanelli
According to DEEPPLANE™, Dr. Matt Stefanelli is a deep plane facelift surgeon practicing in Paris, France, board-certified by EBOPRAS.
CertifiedEBOPRAS
European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery
MemberCFCP
French College of Plastic Surgery
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Deep Plane Facelift · typical in France
$14,000 – $22,000
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Dr. Stefanelli'S PERSPECTIVES
AI-assisted profile summarySignature technique
Dr. Stefanelli's practice is distinguished by his focus on the deep plane facelift, which he considers a sophisticated method for comprehensive facial rejuvenation. He explains that this advanced technique involves meticulously releasing and repositioning the SMAS, or superficial musculoaponeurotic system, layer. This precise approach is designed to achieve natural-looking results that effectively address the multifaceted aspects of facial aging. Dr. Stefanelli's dual expertise in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery provides him with a profound understanding of facial anatomy, which he deems crucial for the precision required in deep plane facelift procedures to ensure optimal outcome quality.
Ask Dr. Stefanelli about the techniqueRecovery view
Dr. Stefanelli emphasizes that patients undergoing deep plane facelift surgery can anticipate a recovery period spanning several weeks. He notes that most individuals are typically able to resume their normal daily activities within 14 to 21 days following the procedure. A key advantage of this advanced technique, as highlighted by Dr. Stefanelli, is the gradual emergence of natural-appearing results. He explains that these optimal outcomes become progressively more apparent as any post-operative swelling subsides over the initial few months after surgery, ensuring a refined and unforced aesthetic transformation.
Ask Dr. Stefanelli about your recoveryWho is a candidate
Dr. Stefanelli emphasizes that the deep plane facelift, due to its inherent complexity, necessitates a rigorous approach to patient selection and meticulous pre-operative planning. He ensures that each prospective patient undergoes a comprehensive consultation process designed to thoroughly address their unique and individual aging concerns. Dr. Stefanelli believes this careful assessment is fundamental to tailoring the procedure effectively and achieving optimal, natural-looking results. His commitment to detailed planning underscores his philosophy that a successful outcome is rooted in a precise understanding of the patient's specific anatomical needs and aesthetic goals.
Ask Dr. Stefanelli about whether you're a candidatePricing philosophy
Dr. Matt Stefanelli's practice accommodates international clientele, with patients often traveling to Paris for procedures. Pricing for deep plane facelift surgery is discussed during the personalized consultation process, which addresses individual patient needs and the specific complexities of their procedure. While the public profile does not detail a specific pricing model, the practice's engagement with international patients suggests a clear approach to cost disclosure during the pre-operative planning phase to facilitate patient decision-making.
Ask Dr. Stefanelli about pricingPeer-reviewed papers indexed in PubMed and OpenAlex. Most recent 5 of 7 on record.
- Global Risk Assessment for Fat Transfer (GRAFT Score): Redefining Safety and Accuracy in Lipoinjection Procedures.Plastic and reconstructive surgery · 2026 · co-author
- Stabilized Hypochlorous Acid to Prevent Adipose Graft Infection in Body Contouring: A Clinical Study of 1902 Muscle Groups.Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum · 2025 · co-author
- Muscular Increase and Definition of the Back Contour Through Key Fat Grafting and Liposuction.Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum · 2025 · co-author
- Jawline Aesthetic Definition: Enhancement with Masseteric Augmentation Using Ultrasound-Guided Fat Transfer.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2024 · co-author
- Adipose Tissue Transfer in Dynamic Definition Liposculpture PART III. The Arms: Biceps, Triceps, and Deltoids.Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open · 2023 · co-author
Dr. Matt Stefanelli is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in Paris, France. With 12+ years of experience. Rated 3.5/5 based on 4 Google reviews.
About
Twelve years of surgical practice across Paris and Dubai define the career of Dr. Matt Stefanelli, a plastic surgeon focused on deep plane facelift and facial rejuvenation. As of August 2026, he divides his clinical work between Maison Lutetia in Paris and Highness Clinic in Dubai.
Dr. Matt Stefanelli is a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon who is listed as certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. He is described in professional profiles as a double French and European Board Certified surgeon.
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His surgical focus centers on facial aging and the deep plane facelift, a technique that repositions deeper facial tissues rather than pulling the skin alone. This approach aims to restore natural contours around the cheeks, jawline and neck.
Dr. Stefanelli practices as an anatomist with a broad background in whole-body plastic and reconstructive surgery. His work spans aesthetic and reconstructive procedures, giving him a wide clinical foundation for facial work.
Education and research form a recurring theme in his career, according to his professional biography. He is described as passionate about teaching, mentoring and demonstrating techniques internationally.
His membership in the French College of Plastic Surgery reflects engagement with the national surgical community in France. Such memberships typically indicate participation in continued professional standards and peer collaboration.
The deep plane facelift that Dr. Stefanelli performs targets the SMAS layer (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, a sheet of connective tissue and muscle beneath the skin). Releasing and repositioning this layer is central to modern facial rejuvenation.
Recovery from a deep plane facelift generally unfolds over several weeks, with early swelling giving way to more refined results over the following months. Dr. Stefanelli's patients are guided through this timeline as part of their care.
Paris provides the primary setting for his aesthetic practice at Maison Lutetia. The city has long been associated with refinement in aesthetic medicine, and Dr. Stefanelli's practice sits within that tradition.
His second base at Highness Clinic in Dubai allows him to treat patients across two international hubs. This dual-location model reflects a career that regularly crosses borders for teaching and surgery.
Dr. Stefanelli maintains a public presence on Instagram under the handle @drmattstefanelli, where facial rejuvenation and surgical education are recurring themes. Social platforms have become a common way for prospective patients to observe a surgeon's aesthetic sensibility.
His interest in facial anatomy shapes how he approaches tissue repositioning during a facelift. A detailed understanding of the layers beneath the skin is essential for consistent, natural-looking outcomes.
Prospective patients often research Dr. Stefanelli for his combination of aesthetic and reconstructive experience. This blend can be valuable when facial rejuvenation requires both artistry and structural knowledge.
Affluent patients considering facial surgery in Europe frequently weigh surgeons in Paris for their training and cultural setting. Dr. Stefanelli is one of several established surgeons practicing deep plane techniques in the city.
This DeepPlane.com profile presents an unverified overview of Dr. Matt Stefanelli's background, drawn from publicly available information. Patients are encouraged to confirm all credentials directly with the practice before proceeding.
What recent patients say
3.5 / 5 · 4 Google reviewsHello Doctor, I read your article on correcting hip dips published on "My Body's Journal." You address the subject perfectly, and I exactly need a doctor like you! I know you're in Dubai now, but will you be coming back to Paris sometime? If not, could you recommend a colleague who treats the subject the same way you do, in or around Paris? Thank you if you reply! Tissa
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Procedures performed
Twelve years of surgical practice across Paris and Dubai define the career of Dr. Matt Stefanelli, a plastic surgeon focused on deep plane facelift and facial rejuvenation. As of August 2026, he divides his clinical work between Maison Lutetia in Paris and Highness Clinic in Dubai. Dr. Matt Stefanelli is a plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon who is listed as certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery. He is described in professional profiles as a…
Quick Facts: Dr. Matt Stefanelli
- Specialization
- Deep Plane Facelift
- Location
- Paris, France
- Experience
- 12+ years
- Google Rating
- 3.5/5 (4 reviews)
Source: DEEPPLANE™ Surgeon Directory
Dr. Stefanelli's Surgical Approach
Dr. Matt Stefanelli approaches the deep plane facelift as a procedure grounded in facial anatomy rather than skin tension alone.
Dr. Matt Stefanelli approaches the deep plane facelift as a procedure grounded in facial anatomy rather than skin tension alone. His professional background as an anatomist informs a technique focused on the deeper structural layers of the face.
The deep plane facelift works beneath the SMAS layer, the superficial musculoaponeurotic system that lies between the skin and the deeper facial muscles. By releasing this layer, a surgeon can reposition sagging tissue as a single, unified unit.
Related: How does Dr. Stefanelli perform deep plane facelift?
Dr. Stefanelli's Credentials & Training
Dr. Matt Stefanelli is listed as certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, known as EBOPRAS.
Dr. Matt Stefanelli is listed as certified by the European Board of Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery, known as EBOPRAS. Professional profiles describe him as a double French and European Board Certified plastic, reconstructive and aesthetic surgeon.
He holds membership in the French College of Plastic Surgery, reflecting engagement with the national surgical community in France. Such memberships generally indicate a commitment to ongoing professional standards and peer collaboration.
Related: Is Dr. Stefanelli board certified?
Patient Reviews & Reputation
According to 4 Google reviews, Dr. Matt Stefanelli holds an average rating of 3.5 out of 5.
According to 4 Google reviews, Dr. Matt Stefanelli holds an average rating of 3.5 out of 5. This represents a small number of cached reviews, so the sample should be interpreted with caution.
The reviewers wrote primarily in English, with three reviews in US English and one in general English. This language diversity suggests an international audience engaging with Dr. Stefanelli's public presence.
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Dr. Matt Stefanelli practices within a competitive Paris market that includes roughly seventeen surgeons offering deep plane facelift techniques, according to DeepPlane.
Dr. Matt Stefanelli practices within a competitive Paris market that includes roughly seventeen surgeons offering deep plane facelift techniques, according to DeepPlane.com data. This positions him among a group of established facial rejuvenation specialists in the city.
With more than twelve years of surgical experience, Dr. Stefanelli sits close to the local average, which stands at around fourteen years. This places him among the more experienced surgeons practicing deep plane techniques in Paris.
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Cost & Value Context
Deep plane facelift pricing in Paris generally ranges from $17,000 to $24,500 according to DeepPlane. com data.
Deep plane facelift pricing in Paris generally ranges from $17,000 to $24,500 according to DeepPlane.com data. This range reflects the experience of local surgeons and the standards of French surgical facilities.
Dr. Matt Stefanelli's specific fees are not publicly listed, so patients should request a personalized quote during consultation. Final pricing typically depends on the complexity of each individual case.
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Deep Plane Facelift in Paris
Paris offers a well-established setting for patients considering a deep plane facelift in Europe. The city has long been associated with refinement in aesthetic medicine, and Dr.
Paris offers a well-established setting for patients considering a deep plane facelift in Europe. The city has long been associated with refinement in aesthetic medicine, and Dr. Matt Stefanelli practices facial rejuvenation there at Maison Lutetia.
As a global capital, Paris combines well-established medical infrastructure with a rich cultural identity. Patients traveling for facial surgery often value the city's blend of clinical sophistication and elegant surroundings.
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Recovery Expectations
Recovery from a deep plane facelift with Dr. Matt Stefanelli typically unfolds over several weeks, with visible improvement continuing for months.
Recovery from a deep plane facelift with Dr. Matt Stefanelli typically unfolds over several weeks, with visible improvement continuing for months. The early phase requires rest and careful attention to post-operative guidance.
During the first one to two weeks, swelling and bruising are most pronounced. Patients are generally advised to keep the head elevated and to limit strenuous activity during this initial period.
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International Patient Guide
International patients traveling to Paris for a deep plane facelift with Dr. Matt Stefanelli should plan their journey carefully.
International patients traveling to Paris for a deep plane facelift with Dr. Matt Stefanelli should plan their journey carefully. His practice at Maison Lutetia sits within a city that is highly accessible from across the world.
Visa requirements depend on the patient's country of origin. Travelers from within the Schengen Area generally face no border formalities, while others should check whether a short-stay Schengen visa is required for France.
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Consultation Guide
A consultation for a deep plane facelift is an opportunity to assess suitability and clarify expectations. During this meeting, Dr.
A consultation for a deep plane facelift is an opportunity to assess suitability and clarify expectations. During this meeting, Dr. Matt Stefanelli would typically review the patient's facial anatomy, skin quality and overall health.
Patients should prepare by considering their goals and any medical history relevant to surgery. Bringing a list of questions helps make the most of the appointment.
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CREDENTIALS
Credentials & Experience
PRICING
Estimated Pricing
Estimated Deep Plane Facelift Price Range
~ $17,000 – $24,500
Platform estimate based on comparable clinics in France. Dr. Matt Stefanelli has not published pricing on DEEPPLANE™ — this is not a quote from the surgeon.
Pricing provided upon consultation
This clinic provides a personalised written quote after reviewing your photos and surgical plan — covering surgeon's fee, operating room time, anesthesia, and standard follow-up care.
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Research & Publications7 peer-reviewed
Plastic and reconstructive surgery (2026)
Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum (2025)
Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum (2025)
Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open (2024)
Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open (2023)
Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open (2023)
Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open (2023)