Dr. Greg Bran
According to DEEPPLANE™, Dr. Greg Bran is a deep plane facelift surgeon practicing in London, UK, board-certified by ABFPRS.
CertifiedABFPRS
American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
MemberEuropean Academy
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Deep Plane Facelift · typical in UK
$19,000 – $44,000
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Dr. Bran'S PERSPECTIVES
AI-assisted profile summarySignature technique
Dr. Greg Bran is recognized for his expertise in performing deep plane facelift procedures, which he highlights as one of the most advanced techniques in facial rejuvenation surgery. This sophisticated approach involves the comprehensive repositioning of facial tissues beneath the SMAS layer, requiring extensive anatomical knowledge and technical precision. His commitment to this complex method aims to achieve natural-looking and transformative results for his patients. Beyond the deep plane facelift, Dr. Bran also performs a range of other facial procedures, including hairline lowering surgery and various lip procedures, which have garnered specific praise from his patients.
Ask Dr. Bran about the techniqueRecovery view
Dr. Bran's practice emphasizes a comprehensive approach to patient care, extending from the initial consultation through the entire recovery journey. His team is dedicated to supporting patients at every stage, ensuring they feel confident and well-cared for. For procedures like the deep plane facelift, he focuses on techniques designed to achieve natural-looking results while also aiming to minimize recovery time. Furthermore, the practice leverages its Myrtle Beach location, offering patients access to advanced medical facilities combined with a coastal environment that can contribute positively to the healing process. This holistic view underscores a commitment to patient comfort and optimal outcomes during the post-operative period.
Ask Dr. Bran about your recoveryWho is a candidate
Dr. Bran's approach to candidacy centers on identifying patients who seek natural and transformative facial rejuvenation results. He emphasizes the importance of a patient's understanding of facial anatomy and tissue manipulation, particularly for complex procedures like the deep plane facelift. For him, achieving harmonious and age-appropriate outcomes requires not only technical skill but also an artistic vision. His practice provides extensive educational content, suggesting he values informed patients who are well-researched about their options. This comprehensive assessment ensures that patients are well-suited for the procedures and aligned with his philosophy of achieving balanced, aesthetic improvements.
Ask Dr. Bran about whether you're a candidatePricing philosophy
Dr. Bran provides pricing details during an initial consultation. The publicly available profile does not specify a particular pricing model, such as whether fees are presented as an all-inclusive package covering surgery, recovery, and potential accommodations, or on a fee-for-service basis. While the practice offers comprehensive care from consultation through recovery, the approach to cost structure for both local and international patients remains undisclosed in the provided information.
Ask Dr. Bran about pricingPeer-reviewed papers indexed in PubMed and OpenAlex. Most recent 5 of 5 on record.
- Anatomical Depth of Labial Arteries in Dermal Filler Procedures: A Meta-analysis With Clinical Implications.Aesthetic surgery journal · 2026 · co-author
- Surgical Anatomy of the Ligamentous Attachments in the Superoposterior Scalp Region.Aesthetic surgery journal · 2023 · first author
- Introduction of the Lip Classification of Tubercles: A Novel Approach to Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Lip Treatments.Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum · 2023 · co-author
- The Impact of the Philtrum on Facial Attractiveness, Perioral Proportions, and Perceptions of Facial Aging.Aesthetic surgery journal · 2021 · senior author
- [Rhinophyma in rosacea. What does surgery achieve?].Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und verwandte Gebiete · 2011 · senior author
Dr. Greg Bran is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in London, UK. With 15+ years of experience. Rated 4.6/5 based on 35 Google reviews.
About
With more than 15 years of surgical experience focused entirely on the face, Dr. Greg Bran is a facial plastic surgeon who specializes in deep plane facelift surgery, hairline lowering, and lip procedures. As of July 2026, he practices at GBA London on Harley Street, one of the most established addresses in European facial surgery.
Dr. Greg Bran completed his medical education at Heidelberg, one of the oldest and most respected universities in Germany. His training gave him a foundation in precision and evidence-based surgical thinking.
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He is listed as board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS), a credential focused specifically on surgery of the face rather than the body. This narrow focus reflects his clinical philosophy.
Dr. Greg Bran holds membership with the European Academy, connecting his work to a wider community of facial surgeons across the continent. Professional affiliations like these support ongoing education and shared standards.
His practice ethos is built around restraint. The GBA London philosophy states plainly that mastery is hard earned, so the team focuses on fewer procedures to deliver refined results.
Dr. Greg Bran describes his goal as results patients want to share rather than hide. This means natural facial rejuvenation without the pulled, tightened look that can follow older techniques.
The deep plane facelift is central to his work. This technique lifts the deeper structural layer of the face rather than pulling only the skin, which tends to produce softer, longer-lasting outcomes.
Dr. Greg Bran works beneath the SMAS (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, a fibrous layer of muscle and connective tissue). Repositioning this layer allows the face to be restored to a more youthful position without excess tension on the skin.
Hairline lowering and forehead reduction form a second pillar of his practice. These procedures reshape the upper third of the face and are often sought by patients wanting facial proportions rebalanced.
Lip surgery, including the lip lift, rounds out his core specialties. Dr. Greg Bran has performed repeat lip procedures for returning patients, according to shared patient stories.
His approach to recovery emphasizes honest expectation-setting. The practice states directly: we don't lie, we don't sell, we care, a message aimed at patients who value candor.
Dr. Greg Bran originally practiced in Germany before relocating his surgical work to Europe's metropolitan heart. This move placed his practice within reach of international patients traveling from across the continent.
His patient base reflects that reach, with individuals traveling from Germany and beyond specifically for consultation. Medical travel is a familiar part of his practice model.
Dr. Greg Bran shares patient education content publicly, including facelift patient interviews and discussions of how a facial plastic surgeon addresses upper lip wrinkles. This transparency helps prospective patients understand facial aging and their options.
For women considering facial rejuvenation in their mid-fifties to mid-sixties, Dr. Greg Bran represents a surgeon whose entire practice orbits the face — its structure, its balance, and its natural restoration through techniques like the deep plane facelift.
What recent patients say
4.6 / 5 · 35 Google reviewsI had a hairline lowering procedure with Greg Bran on Harley Street in London, travelling from Germany specifically for this surgery. From the first consultation to post-operative care, the experience was exceptionally well organised, professional, and reassuring. During the consultation, the achievable result was clearly explained and carefully marked. What I particularly appreciated was the honest approach: what is realistically possible is defined upfront, and during surgery it is assessed whether slightly more can be achieved – always with safety and long-term sense in mind. There were no unrealistic promises. In my case, a reduction of around 2 cm was planned, and approximately 2.5 cm (≈1 inch) could ultimately be achieved. The procedure itself is performed under sedation (not general anaesthesia), with an experienced anaesthetist present throughout. The setting feels calm and controlled – more comparable to a dentist’s chair than a traditional operating theatre. I was even able to choose my own music during the procedure, which made the experience noticeably more relaxed. The incision line already looked extremely clean, straight and well executed immediately after surgery, and healing progressed smoothly from the start. You can tell that this is a surgeon who values quality over quantity and specialises deeply rather than offering dozens of unrelated procedures. The aftercare and coordination were excellent. Jacqueline and Talia were consistently kind, responsive and helpful, answering questions promptly and making the entire process easy – even when travelling internationally. What stands out most is that results are visible very early, and even within the first week the change already feels life-changing in a subtle but powerful way. If you are looking for top-level quality, precision and honest surgical judgement, rather than flashy promises or mass-production surgery, Greg Bran is an outstanding choice.
I would like to share my wonderful experience with Professor Dr. Greg Bran in London. This was my third lip surgery, and something I had dreamed of for more than 10 years. My first surgery was done in Thailand, the second in Korea, but unfortunately neither gave me the result I truly wanted. Choosing Professor Dr. Greg Bran was absolutely the best decision I have ever made. He is an exceptional surgeon—kind, patient, highly professional, and truly amazing with his hands. The result is beyond my expectations. The outcome looks incredibly natural, beautiful, and perfectly balanced. Most importantly, the scar is almost invisible—extremely fine and barely noticeable. I am genuinely very, very satisfied with the result. After the surgery, I traveled and took many photos, and I can confidently say that my face looks much younger and fresher. Every photo turned out beautifully, and I finally feel happy and confident with my appearance. I would also like to express my heartfelt thanks to Jacqueline, Talia, and the entire team. Everyone was extremely friendly, caring, and supportive. The service from start to finish was outstanding and made me feel safe and well taken care of throughout the whole journey. Thank you, Professor Dr. Greg Bran and team, for your incredible work and kindness. I highly recommend you to anyone looking for exceptional results and outstanding care. I love you Dr Greg Bran😊
Dr Bran and GB team is the provider you can trust to see you through from the beginning of your journey and then during healing stages. Skills and knowledge are important, but when you really get to know the surgeon is when things do not go exactly as planned, even with the best intentions. There are plenty of surgeons around that turn the other way when complications arise. I have received understanding and support from the whole team and can recommend them wholeheartedly.
I had great experience with Professor Bran and his team back in November 2024. Professor Bran is thorough and works with you to achieve the results you want. Also so reassuring and easy to talk to. I highly recommend, best wishes and many thanks for the lovely service
Procedures performed
With more than 15 years of surgical experience focused entirely on the face, Dr. Greg Bran is a facial plastic surgeon who specializes in deep plane facelift surgery, hairline lowering, and lip procedures. As of July 2026, he practices at GBA London on Harley Street, one of the most established addresses in European facial surgery. Dr. Greg Bran completed his medical education at Heidelberg, one of the oldest and most respected universities in Germany. His training gave him a foundation in…
Quick Facts: Dr. Greg Bran
- Specialization
- Deep Plane Facelift
- Location
- London, UK
- Experience
- 15+ years
- Google Rating
- 4.6/5 (35 reviews)
Source: DEEPPLANE™ Surgeon Directory
Dr. Bran's Surgical Approach
Dr. Greg Bran approaches the deep plane facelift as a structural procedure rather than a skin-tightening one.
Dr. Greg Bran approaches the deep plane facelift as a structural procedure rather than a skin-tightening one. The core principle is repositioning the deeper facial layers so that the skin follows naturally, without tension.
Central to this is the SMAS (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system) — a continuous sheet of muscle and connective tissue that sits beneath the skin and drapes over the deeper facial structures. As the face ages, this layer descends, creating jowls and midface hollowing.
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Dr. Bran's Credentials & Training
Dr. Greg Bran is listed as board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS), a certification body dedicated specifically to surgery of the face and neck.
Dr. Greg Bran is listed as board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS), a certification body dedicated specifically to surgery of the face and neck. This distinguishes surgeons who concentrate on facial anatomy rather than general aesthetic surgery.
He completed his medical education at Heidelberg, a German university with a long-standing reputation for rigorous medical training. This academic foundation underpins his clinical approach.
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Patient Reviews & Reputation
According to 35 Google reviews, Dr. Greg Bran holds an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting a consistently positive pattern of patient feedback.
According to 35 Google reviews, Dr. Greg Bran holds an average rating of 4.6 out of 5, reflecting a consistently positive pattern of patient feedback. A cached sample of five detailed reviews offers insight into the themes behind that rating.
All five sampled reviews were written in English, and several were left by patients who traveled internationally for their procedures. One reviewer described traveling from Germany specifically to undergo hairline lowering with Dr. Greg Bran on Harley Street in London.
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Dr. Greg Bran practices within a small and focused field of deep plane facelift surgeons associated with the Myrtle Beach market, where three specialists operate.
Dr. Greg Bran practices within a small and focused field of deep plane facelift surgeons associated with the Myrtle Beach market, where three specialists operate. In such a compact market, individual surgeon credentials carry significant weight.
Across this group, the average experience level sits at around 14 years. Dr. Greg Bran's more than 15 years of surgical practice places him among the more experienced surgeons relative to that local average.
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Cost & Value Context
Deep plane facelift pricing varies widely, and in the Myrtle Beach market the range spans considerably, reflecting differences in surgeon experience, facility standards, and case complexity. Dr.
Deep plane facelift pricing varies widely, and in the Myrtle Beach market the range spans considerably, reflecting differences in surgeon experience, facility standards, and case complexity. Dr. Greg Bran's specific fee is not published here, so patients should confirm pricing directly with his practice.
As context, a deep plane facelift performed by a qualified specialist begins at roughly 8,000 US dollars even in the most affordable international destinations such as Turkey, Mexico, or Thailand. In the United States and the United Kingdom, fees run substantially higher.
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Deep Plane Facelift in London
Myrtle Beach is an established option for patients seeking deep plane facelift surgery in the United States. Known primarily as a South Carolina coastal resort city, it combines a relaxed seaside setting with access to experienced facial surgeons.
Myrtle Beach is an established option for patients seeking deep plane facelift surgery in the United States. Known primarily as a South Carolina coastal resort city, it combines a relaxed seaside setting with access to experienced facial surgeons.
The city hosts a small, focused group of deep plane facelift surgeons — a compact market where surgeons carrying an average of around 14 years of experience practice. This concentration means patients can find seasoned facial specialists without the density of a major metropolitan hub.
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Recovery Expectations
Recovery from a deep plane facelift typically unfolds over several months, with the most visible phase concentrated in the first two weeks. Because the technique repositions deeper tissue with minimal skin tension, many patients find the healing process manageable.
Recovery from a deep plane facelift typically unfolds over several months, with the most visible phase concentrated in the first two weeks. Because the technique repositions deeper tissue with minimal skin tension, many patients find the healing process manageable.
During the first one to two weeks, swelling and bruising are most pronounced. Patients are generally advised to rest, keep the head elevated, and limit activity. This is the period when staying near the surgeon for follow-up is most valuable.
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International Patient Guide
Dr. Greg Bran's practice is well suited to international patients, given his base on Harley Street in London and a patient history that includes individuals traveling from Germany and elsewhere in Europe specifically for surgery.
Dr. Greg Bran's practice is well suited to international patients, given his base on Harley Street in London and a patient history that includes individuals traveling from Germany and elsewhere in Europe specifically for surgery. Medical travel is an established part of his practice.
For patients traveling to the United Kingdom, entry requirements depend on nationality — many European and international visitors can enter for short medical visits, though patients should confirm current visa rules for their own country well ahead of surgery.
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Consultation Guide
A consultation with Dr. Greg Bran typically begins with a discussion of your goals, medical history, and facial anatomy, followed by an assessment of whether a deep plane facelift or another procedure best suits your needs.
A consultation with Dr. Greg Bran typically begins with a discussion of your goals, medical history, and facial anatomy, followed by an assessment of whether a deep plane facelift or another procedure best suits your needs. Honest expectation-setting is central to the practice's stated ethos.
Come prepared with questions. Ask about the specific technique planned, expected recovery timeline, how results are likely to age, and what aftercare involves. It is reasonable to ask about the surgeon's experience with your particular procedure.
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CREDENTIALS
Credentials & Experience
Society Member
European Academy
Medical School
Heidelberg
Years of Experience
15+ years
PRICING
Estimated Pricing
Estimated Deep Plane Facelift Price Range
~ $35,000 – $75,000
Platform estimate based on comparable clinics in UK. Dr. Greg Bran 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 & Publications5 peer-reviewed
Aesthetic surgery journal (2026)
Aesthetic surgery journal (2023)
Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum (2023)
Aesthetic surgery journal (2021)
Der Hautarzt; Zeitschrift fur Dermatologie, Venerologie, und verwandte Gebiete (2011)
