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Dr. Jonathan Frankel, deep plane facelift surgeon in Cleveland, USA

Dr. Jonathan Frankel

Deep plane facelift surgeon · Cleveland, USA

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Dr. Jonathan Frankel is a deep plane facelift surgeon in Cleveland, USA, listed on DEEPPLANE™ from public sources.

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5.0from 229 reviews · as of October 13, 2026

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$35,000 – $75,000

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Deep Plane Facelift · typical in USA

$35,000 – $75,000

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Published Research

Peer-reviewed papers indexed in PubMed and OpenAlex. Most recent 2 of 2 on record.

  1. Simple but problematic.
    Plastic and reconstructive surgery · 2006 · first author
  2. Avoiding injury to the inferior oblique muscle during lower lid blepharoplasty.
    Plastic and reconstructive surgery · 2003 · first author

Dr. Jonathan Frankel is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in Cleveland, USA. Rated 5.0/5 based on 229 Google reviews.

About

Double board-certified in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Jonathan Frankel has spent more than twelve years focused on the aging face and its restoration. As of July 2026, Dr. Jonathan Frankel practices at Frankel Facial Plastic Surgery, LLC in the Cleveland area, where their work centers on facial rejuvenation and the deep plane facelift.

Dr. Jonathan Frankel is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who dedicates their practice to natural-looking facial rejuvenation. His clinical attention rests almost entirely on the face, neck, and the structures that shape how a person ages.

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Their training reflects a deep commitment to the specialty. Dr. Frankel is listed as holding board certification through the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS), a credential that signals rigorous education in the anatomy of the face.

They graduated from Case Western Reserve University, one of the region's respected medical institutions. This local training thread has kept Dr. Jonathan Frankel connected to the Cleveland medical community throughout their career.

The deep plane facelift sits at the heart of Dr. Jonathan Frankel's surgical practice. This technique repositions the deeper layers of facial tissue rather than pulling on the skin, an approach that many surgeons associate with softer, longer-lasting results.

Dr. Frankel is described as an award-winning surgeon within the Cleveland area. Their focus on the deep plane method reflects a broader philosophy of treating facial aging at its structural source rather than its surface.

Their membership in the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS) places Dr. Jonathan Frankel within a community devoted specifically to the face. This society represents surgeons who concentrate their practice on facial procedures rather than the whole body.

At Frankel Facial Plastic Surgery, the emphasis falls on established, natural results. Patients describe a practice that treats facial rejuvenation as a careful, individualized process rather than a one-size-fits-all procedure.

Dr. Jonathan Frankel offers a broad menu of facial procedures beyond the deep plane facelift. Their surgical repertoire includes primary facelift, revision facelift, mini facelift, preservation facelift, neck lift, rhinoplasty, brow lift, and eyelid surgery.

Their approach to recovery reflects the same attention Dr. Jonathan Frankel brings to surgery. Deep plane facelift recovery unfolds over several months, and Dr. Frankel's practice supports patients through each stage of healing.

The practice also blends surgical and non-surgical care under one roof. Alongside facelift surgery, patients may explore injectables, laser skin resurfacing, microneedling, and other treatments that complement facial rejuvenation.

Dr. Frankel works alongside a clinical team that includes Lindi DeFrances, MSN, APRN, FNP-C. This collaborative structure allows the practice to address both cosmetic and wellness concerns for patients seeking facial renewal.

Cleveland itself shapes the character of Dr. Jonathan Frankel's practice. Known as a Midwestern hub of academic medicine anchored by internationally recognized institutions, the city offers a serious, unpretentious environment for patients considering facial surgery.

Dr. Jonathan Frankel's clinical identity is built on precision applied to a single region of the body. By concentrating on the face, Dr. Jonathan Frankel has developed a practice defined by depth rather than breadth.

For women considering a deep plane facelift, Dr. Frankel represents a facial specialist whose training, credentials, and Cleveland roots align around one goal — restoring a rested, natural version of the face without erasing what makes it recognizable.

Procedures performed

Facial agingDeep Plane Faceliftfacial rejuvenation

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Double board-certified in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Jonathan Frankel has spent more than twelve years focused on the aging face and its restoration. As of July 2026, Dr. Jonathan Frankel practices at Frankel Facial Plastic Surgery, LLC in the Cleveland area, where their work centers on facial rejuvenation and the deep plane facelift. Dr. Jonathan Frankel is a facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who dedicates their practice to natural-looking facial rejuvenation. His clinical attention…

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Quick Facts: Dr. Jonathan Frankel

Specialization
Deep Plane Facelift
Location
Cleveland, USA
Google Rating
5.0/5 (229 reviews)

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Dr. Frankel's Surgical Approach

Dr. Jonathan Frankel approaches the deep plane facelift as a structural procedure that works beneath the skin rather than at its surface.

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Dr. Frankel's Credentials & Training

Dr. Jonathan Frankel is listed as double board-certified, with certification through the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS).

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Patient Reviews & Reputation

According to 225 Google reviews, Dr. Jonathan Frankel holds a 5.0 out of 5 rating, a figure that reflects consistent patient satisfaction across a substantial volume of feedback.

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How Dr. Frankel Compares

Dr. Jonathan Frankel positions among the higher-rated deep plane facelift surgeons in the Cleveland area.

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CREDENTIALS

Credentials & Experience

Board-Certified

ABOHNS

American Board of Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery

Society Member

AAFPRS

American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

Fellowships

AAFPRS

American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

PRICING

DEEPPLANE estimate

Deep Plane Facelift in USA

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$35,000 – $75,000

Languages

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Research & Publications2 peer-reviewed

Simple but problematic.

Plastic and reconstructive surgery (2006)

Practice Location

Frankel Facial Plastic Surgery, LLC

Cleveland, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Jonathan Frankel

What procedures does Dr. Jonathan Frankel specialize in?
Dr. Jonathan Frankel specializes in Facial aging, Deep Plane Facelift, facial rejuvenation, practicing in USA. The deep plane facelift is an advanced rhytidectomy technique that releases the retaining ligaments beneath the SMAS layer and repositions the fat, muscle, and skin as a single composite unit for natural, long-lasting rejuvenation. Double board-certified in facial plastic surgery, Dr. Jonathan Frankel has spent more than twelve years focused on the aging face and its restoration. As of July 2026, Dr.
Is Dr. Frankel board certified?
Dr. Frankel is listed as board-certified by ABOHNS, based on publicly available information such as clinic websites, medical society directories, and official registries. This listing has not yet been independently verified by DEEPPLANE™: we recommend confirming the current status directly via the certifying board's public registry before your consultation.
Where is Dr. Frankel located?
Dr. Frankel practices at Frankel Facial Plastic Surgery, LLC in Cleveland, USA.
Is Dr. Frankel verified on DEEPPLANE™?
Dr. Frankel's profile on DEEPPLANE™ has not yet been verified. This listing is based on publicly available information such as clinic websites, medical society directories, and official registries. The surgeon has a 5.0/5 rating on Google from public patient reviews. Surgeons can register and verify their profile at any time to display verified credentials, unlock direct inquiry routing, and enable DEEPPLANE™'s full trust-signal stack.

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