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Dr. Michael Echavez

Deep plane facelift surgeon · San Francisco, USA

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Dr. Michael Echavez is a deep plane facelift surgeon in San Francisco, USA, listed on DEEPPLANE™ from public sources.

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According to DEEPPLANE™, Dr. Michael Echavez is a deep plane facelift surgeon practicing in San Francisco, USA, board-certified by American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (as listed in public sources).

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4.6from 9 reviews · as of October 17, 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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Dr. Michael Echavez is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in San Francisco, USA. Rated 4.6/5 based on 9 Google reviews.

About

A San Francisco facial plastic surgeon focused on facial rejuvenation, Dr. Michael Echavez is listed in DeepPlane's directory of deep plane facelift providers. As of October 2026, Dr. Echavez appears among the surgeons serving the Bay Area, one of California's most established markets for aesthetic facial surgery.

Dr. Michael Echavez practises under the name Dr. Michael I. Echavez in San Francisco, California. The practice presents facial plastic surgery as its central focus, spanning both surgical lifting and non-surgical skin treatments.

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The deep plane facelift is the procedure that anchors this profile. This technique repositions the deeper facial tissues rather than simply tightening skin, a distinction that shapes how Dr. Echavez approaches facial aging.

Deep plane surgery works beneath the SMAS (the superficial musculoaponeurotic system, a layer of muscle and connective tissue under the skin). Dr. Echavez is listed as a provider of this approach within the San Francisco directory on DeepPlane.

Facial rejuvenation, in this surgeon's practice, extends across a broad range of treatments. The practice website describes facelifts, eyelid surgery, chin and cheek work, and non-surgical options such as injectables and skin resurfacing.

San Francisco gives Dr. Echavez a distinctive setting. The city blends Pacific coastal culture with a technology-driven population that tends to research procedures carefully before committing.

Recovery is a central concern for anyone weighing a deep plane facelift. Dr. Echavez, like other surgeons offering the technique, guides patients through a staged healing timeline measured in weeks and months rather than days.

A Bay Area native, according to the practice, Dr. Echavez trained in facial plastic surgery and built a practice centred on the face and neck. The practice site frames this focus as the foundation of its services.

Patient communication appears to matter in how this practice is presented. Interview material published about Dr. Echavez describes a calm, measured manner and an emphasis on explaining options clearly.

The deep plane facelift suits patients seeking a natural repositioning of sagging tissue. Dr. Echavez addresses the midface, jawline and neck as connected structures rather than isolated problems.

Non-surgical treatments complement the surgical menu. The practice lists Botox, fillers, Morpheus8 skin resurfacing and energy-based skin tightening alongside its facelift offerings.

DeepPlane lists Dr. Echavez among sixteen deep plane facelift surgeons practising in San Francisco. This places the surgeon within a competitive and well-developed regional market for facial rejuvenation.

For prospective patients, Dr. Echavez represents one considered option within the Bay Area's facial surgery landscape. DeepPlane presents the profile so readers can compare specialization, location and approach before arranging a consultation.

Those considering facial rejuvenation can explore the deep plane facelift, recovery expectations and consultation details throughout this profile. Each section draws on the data DeepPlane holds for Dr. Michael Echavez in San Francisco.

What recent patients say

4.6 / 5 · 9 Google reviews
Federico Guzman
3 years ago

Exelente Dr and human being,,

J. L.
3 years ago

I just had my lower eyelid surgery by Dr. Michael Echaves last week. I am very happy with the excellent results! It's already healing very nicely. Dr. Echavez is very gentle. I loved his great vision about what needs to be done for me and did it with amazing precision. The scar lines are very fine, minimal and blend-in natural looking. Dr. Echaves is very professional, with an assuring calming and mild manner. What I especially like about Dr. Echavez, on top of his wondrous surgical skills and his very reasonable fees (in comparison to others), is that he doesn't act or talk "flashy" or "puffy" like many others in the profession do as if they were Hollywood celebrities. Dr. Echavez is simply down to earth with the best surgical skills I've experienced over the years. I feel fortunate to have found Dr. Echavez and couldn't recommend him high enough. And I myself will definitely be returning to Dr. Echavez in the future.

Barry Lipscomb
4 years ago

I have been receiving facial filler injections for over 15 years and Dr. Echavez by far injects more gently and carefully than any other doctor I have seen. I barely feel the injections and there's no discomfort afterwards. Oh, and the results are great too!!!

Dana P
4 years ago

Went to Dr. Echavez for a small liposuction procedure under my chin. In our first meeting he was very upfront about the fact that the procedure would not make a dramatic difference since there was only a small amount of fat there to begin with. Compared with other doctors I met with, I found him to be straight forward, reasonably priced and knowledgeable. He also had good availability for both the procedure and the follow up appointments. The total process consisted of the initial consult, a prep appointment, the procedure, and three follow up appointments at 1 month intervals. I always felt very comfortable with Dr. Echavez and would recommend him to anyone looking for a similar procedure.

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A San Francisco facial plastic surgeon focused on facial rejuvenation, Dr. Michael Echavez is listed in DeepPlane's directory of deep plane facelift providers. As of October 2026, Dr. Echavez appears among the surgeons serving the Bay Area, one of California's most established markets for aesthetic facial surgery. Dr. Michael Echavez practises under the name Dr. Michael I. Echavez in San Francisco, California. The practice presents facial plastic surgery as its central focus, spanning both…

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Quick Facts: Dr. Michael Echavez

Specialization
Deep Plane Facelift
Location
San Francisco, USA
Google Rating
4.6/5 (9 reviews)

Source: DEEPPLANE™ Surgeon Directory

Dr. Echavez's Surgical Approach

Dr. Michael Echavez approaches the deep plane facelift by working beneath the facial muscle layer rather than pulling on the skin.

Related: How does Dr. Echavez perform deep plane facelift?

Dr. Echavez's Credentials & Training

Dr. Michael Echavez is listed as board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery in DeepPlane's record.

Related: Is Dr. Echavez board certified?

Patient Reviews & Reputation

According to 9 Google reviews, Dr. Michael Echavez holds a rating of 4.6 out of 5.

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How Dr. Echavez Compares

Dr. Michael Echavez practises within a competitive San Francisco market that DeepPlane lists as home to sixteen deep plane facelift surgeons.

Related: best facelift surgeon in San Francisco

The procedure questions are answered once, on their own pages: What it costs · Deep plane facelift in San Francisco · Recovery, week by week · Travelling for surgery · Preparing for your consultation

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CREDENTIALS

Credentials & Experience

Board-Certified

ABFPRS

American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

PRICING

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Deep Plane Facelift in USA

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$35,000 – $75,000

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Practice Location

Dr. Michael I. Echavez

San Francisco, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Michael Echavez

What procedures does Dr. Michael Echavez specialize in?
Dr. Michael Echavez specializes in deep plane facelift surgery, neck lift, and 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. A San Francisco facial plastic surgeon focused on facial rejuvenation, Dr. Michael Echavez is listed in DeepPlane's directory of deep plane facelift providers. As of October 2026, Dr.
Is Dr. Echavez board certified?
Dr. Echavez is listed as board-certified by ABFPRS, 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. Echavez located?
Dr. Echavez practices at Dr. Michael I. Echavez in San Francisco, USA.
Is Dr. Echavez verified on DEEPPLANE™?
Dr. Echavez'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 4.6/5 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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