Dr. Blake Raggio
According to DEEPPLANE™, Dr. Blake Raggio is a deep plane facelift surgeon practicing in Birmingham, USA, board-certified by ABOHNS.
CertifiedABOHNS
American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
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Deep Plane Facelift · typical in USA
$35,000 – $75,000
Registry-wide listed range — not a quote from this surgeon
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Dr. Raggio'S PERSPECTIVES
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Dr. Raggio's practice is anchored by his specialization in the deep plane facelift, which he considers his signature surgical technique. This advanced method involves repositioning the deeper facial tissues, specifically working beneath the SMAS layer, rather than merely tightening the skin's surface. His focus with this technique is on restoring youthful contours and achieving lasting, natural results that honor each patient's individual character. Dr. Raggio emphasizes that this approach avoids a pulled or tightened appearance, instead aiming for a refreshed and harmonious facial rejuvenation.
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Dr. Raggio emphasizes that recovery is a distinct and crucial component of the Raggio MD experience. His practice is dedicated to preparing patients thoroughly for the post-surgical journey, ensuring they understand the typical progression of healing. This preparation includes detailed guidance on managing expected swelling, bruising, and the gradual nature of recovery that is inherent to deep plane surgical techniques. The team works to set realistic expectations, helping patients navigate the healing process with confidence and clarity, ensuring a smooth transition from surgery to full rejuvenation.
Ask Dr. Raggio about your recoveryDr. Blake Raggio is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in Birmingham, USA. Rated 5.0/5 based on 423 Google reviews.
About
Board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS), Dr. Blake Raggio is a facial plastic surgeon who focuses on deep plane facelift surgery in Birmingham, Alabama. As of August 2026, he practices at Raggio MD Facial Plastic Surgery, where his work centers on natural-looking facial rejuvenation.
Dr. Raggio is the founder of Raggio MD, a dedicated facial plastic surgery practice located in Birmingham. His clinical focus rests on the face alone — a specialization that distinguishes surgeons who devote their careers to a single anatomical region.
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Dr. Raggio completed his medical education at Louisiana State University School of Medicine. This foundation preceded his advanced training in facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, the discipline that governs modern facelift technique.
Deep plane facelift surgery sits at the heart of Dr. Raggio's surgical practice. Unlike more superficial approaches, the deep plane method repositions the underlying facial tissues rather than simply tightening the skin.
Dr. Raggio has developed a proprietary approach he refers to as the PreservaLift, a technique presented on his practice website alongside his broader facelift and neck lift offerings. This reflects a surgeon who continues to refine his methods rather than rely on a single fixed protocol.
His practice extends well beyond the facelift itself. Dr. Raggio offers neck lift, brow lift, eyelid surgery, rhinoplasty, and a range of non-surgical treatments — a breadth that allows him to tailor a plan to each face.
Dr. Raggio is described in interviews as a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon. He has appeared in patient-facing conversations discussing facial rejuvenation, revision rhinoplasty, and the emotional reasons patients seek to look the way they feel.
The deep plane facelift addresses facial aging at a deeper structural level. By releasing and repositioning the tissue layer beneath the skin, the technique aims to restore youthful contour to the cheeks, jawline, and neck.
Dr. Raggio's approach emphasizes results that age gracefully rather than appear pulled or tight. This philosophy aligns with the broader shift in facial plastic surgery toward tissue repositioning and away from skin-only tension.
Recovery is a central part of the conversation Dr. Raggio has with his patients. He and his team guide patients through the healing timeline, from the early swelling of the first weeks to the settled results seen months later.
His Birmingham practice serves both local patients and those who travel from surrounding regions for consultation. Several reviewers describe driving significant distances to see him, a pattern common among surgeons with a focused reputation.
Dr. Raggio maintains an active presence on Instagram under the handle @dr.blakeraggio, where prospective patients can review his educational content. He has also participated in interview features such as the 26 Questions series exploring his path into facial plastic surgery.
Dr. Raggio's team is frequently mentioned by name in patient accounts, including staff members who guide patients through consultations and non-surgical treatments. This suggests a practice built around a coordinated patient experience rather than a single individual.
For women in their fifties and sixties considering facial rejuvenation, Dr. Raggio represents a specialist option within the Birmingham market. His combination of board certification, a face-focused practice, and a proprietary facelift approach positions him as an established choice in the region.
Prospective patients can learn more about Dr. Raggio's deep plane facelift work through DeepPlane.com, which catalogs surgeons who specialize in this advanced technique across more than 65 countries.
What recent patients say
5.0 / 5 · 423 Google reviewsDr. Raggio and his team were absolutely amazing for my first experience. He was extremely kind, knowledge and ensured i felt comfortable. His facilities are pristine - well designed and so clean. His team is so warm and friendly and there was zero wait time, so I got in an out within 35 mins. I will definitely be back! Thank you!
I truly cannot recommend Dr. Raggio enough! I drove two hours for my first visit and truly blown away at the time that he took to ensure I understood everything. He also spent so much time just listening to me and to my concerns- cannot recommend him enough. Also, so very professional!
I had a wonderful experience getting a chemical peel with Dr. Raggio. From the minute, I walked in, Mackenzie, who works at the front desk, greeted me with the biggest smile which made me feel very welcome. Dr. Raggio and the team of nurses continued to make my chemical peel experience a wonderful one. Their follow up phone calls and appointments have been very thorough and helpful. I am also loving the skin care so much. Mackenzie does a great job explaining all the products as their skin care specialist. I highly recommend Dr. Raggio and his amazing team!
Raggio MD is truly in a league of its own. From the moment I walked through the door, I was met with a level of white-glove service you just don’t see anymore. The team is professional, attentive, and makes you feel like their only patient. The quality of care is unmatched. Dr. Raggio takes the time to understand your goals and explains everything clearly—never rushed, never cookie-cutter. You can tell he’s passionate about what he does and genuinely invested in finding the perfect solution tailored specifically to you. The results speak for themselves. If you’re looking for the highest level of service and expertise in Birmingham, look no further. Raggio MD sets the standard. Highly recommend!
Board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS), Dr. Blake Raggio is a facial plastic surgeon who focuses on deep plane facelift surgery in Birmingham, Alabama. As of August 2026, he practices at Raggio MD Facial Plastic Surgery, where his work centers on natural-looking facial rejuvenation. Dr. Raggio is the founder of Raggio MD, a dedicated facial plastic surgery practice located in Birmingham. His clinical focus rests on the face alone — a…
Quick Facts: Dr. Blake Raggio
- Specialization
- Deep Plane Facelift
- Location
- Birmingham, USA
- Google Rating
- 5.0/5 (423 reviews)
Source: DEEPPLANE™ Surgeon Directory
Dr. Raggio's Surgical Approach
Dr. Blake Raggio performs the deep plane facelift by working beneath the SMAS, the fibrous muscular layer that supports the face.
Dr. Blake Raggio performs the deep plane facelift by working beneath the SMAS, the fibrous muscular layer that supports the face. The SMAS (superficial musculoaponeurotic system) is a sheet of tissue connecting the facial muscles to the overlying skin, and its treatment defines the difference between a superficial and a deep plane result.
In a deep plane facelift, the surgeon releases the ligaments that tether facial tissue to the underlying bone. Dr. Raggio's technique focuses on repositioning this tissue layer as a single unit, rather than tightening skin over a fixed foundation.
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Dr. Raggio's Credentials & Training
Dr. Blake Raggio is listed as board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS).
Dr. Blake Raggio is listed as board-certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS). This certification governs surgeons of the head, neck, and face, and it is one of the recognized pathways into facial plastic surgery.
Dr. Raggio completed his medical education at Louisiana State University School of Medicine. Medical school forms the foundation before the years of residency and specialized training required to operate on the face.
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Patient Reviews & Reputation
According to 423 Google reviews, Dr. Blake Raggio holds a rating of 5.0 out of 5.
According to 423 Google reviews, Dr. Blake Raggio holds a rating of 5.0 out of 5. This volume of feedback, combined with a perfect average, points to a consistently positive patient experience across a large number of cases.
Among the cached reviews available, all were written in English, reflecting a primarily domestic patient base drawn from Birmingham and the surrounding region. Several reviewers note traveling significant distances to reach the practice.
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Dr. Blake Raggio practices within a compact Birmingham market that includes four surgeons offering deep plane facelift surgery.
Dr. Blake Raggio practices within a compact Birmingham market that includes four surgeons offering deep plane facelift surgery. This is a focused local field, and the surgeons within it carry an average of roughly 23 years of experience.
Dr. Raggio distinguishes himself through his board certification by the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and his concentration on facial plastic surgery. A face-focused practice indicates a surgeon whose procedure volume is directed toward the anatomy relevant to the deep plane technique.
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Cost & Value Context
Deep plane facelift surgery in Birmingham falls within a regional price range of roughly 8,000 to 77,500 US dollars, according to city market data. This spread reflects real differences in surgeon experience, facility standards, and the scope of any combined procedures.
Deep plane facelift surgery in Birmingham falls within a regional price range of roughly 8,000 to 77,500 US dollars, according to city market data. This spread reflects real differences in surgeon experience, facility standards, and the scope of any combined procedures.
The published range does not represent a single fixed fee, and Dr. Blake Raggio's specific pricing is best confirmed directly with his practice during consultation. A deep plane facelift is a highly individualized operation, and cost follows the complexity of each case.
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Deep Plane Facelift in Birmingham
Birmingham, Alabama offers a growing center for deep plane facelift surgery in the American South. The city is home to a small group of surgeons who focus on facial rejuvenation, and Dr.
Birmingham, Alabama offers a growing center for deep plane facelift surgery in the American South. The city is home to a small group of surgeons who focus on facial rejuvenation, and Dr. Blake Raggio practices among them at Raggio MD Facial Plastic Surgery.
Birmingham carries the character of a Southern city that has reinvented itself around medicine. Once an industrial hub, it is now anchored by a major academic medical community, giving the city a reputation for healthcare that extends into the aesthetic specialties.
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Recovery Expectations
Recovery from a deep plane facelift with Dr. Blake Raggio generally unfolds over several months, with the most visible healing concentrated in the first two weeks.
Recovery from a deep plane facelift with Dr. Blake Raggio generally unfolds over several months, with the most visible healing concentrated in the first two weeks. Because the technique repositions deeper tissue with a tension-free skin closure, many patients find the early recovery more comfortable than they expected.
During the first week, swelling and bruising are at their peak. Dr. Raggio's team guides patients through this stage with instructions on rest, head elevation, and gentle care of the incision sites, which are typically hidden along the hairline and behind the ears.
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International Patient Guide
International and out-of-region patients traveling to Birmingham for surgery with Dr. Blake Raggio should plan for a coordinated stay built around consultation, surgery, and initial recovery.
International and out-of-region patients traveling to Birmingham for surgery with Dr. Blake Raggio should plan for a coordinated stay built around consultation, surgery, and initial recovery. Dr. Raggio's practice website maintains dedicated resources for out-of-town patients, reflecting experience with those who travel to reach him.
Visitors from outside the United States should confirm entry requirements in advance. Most international travelers enter on a standard visitor visa or an ESTA authorization depending on nationality, and it is wise to arrange this well ahead of any surgical date.
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Consultation Guide
A consultation with Dr. Blake Raggio typically begins with a discussion of your goals and a detailed examination of your facial structure, skin quality, and degree of laxity.
A consultation with Dr. Blake Raggio typically begins with a discussion of your goals and a detailed examination of your facial structure, skin quality, and degree of laxity. This assessment guides whether a deep plane facelift, alone or combined with other procedures, is the right approach for your face.
Come prepared with questions. Useful topics include how Dr. Raggio's PreservaLift technique applies to your anatomy, what your realistic recovery timeline looks like, how the results are expected to age, and what the total cost of your specific plan would be.
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CREDENTIALS
Credentials & Experience
Medical School
Louisiana State University School of Medicine
PRICING
Estimated Pricing
Estimated Deep Plane Facelift Price Range
~ $8,000 – $77,500
Platform estimate based on comparable clinics in USA. Dr. Blake Raggio 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.
