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9 listed specialists. Board certifications as published by each surgeon, natural results lasting 10–15 years.

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Specialists
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Year Results
2–3 wk
Full Recovery
$55,000
Average Cost

Deep plane facelift in Miami costs $35,000–$75,000. Results last 10–15 years. Recovery takes 7–10 days.

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Surgeons

$55,000

Average Cost

10–15 yr

Results Last

2–3 wk

Downtime

Who Are the Best Deep Plane Facelift Surgeons in Miami?

Sorted by DEEPPLANE™ authority score, Google rating × review count, and board credentials on file. Names link to each surgeon's full profile.

Ordered by DEEPPLANE™ Score — a public, verifiable methodology (see deepplane.com/score) weighing board certification, patient signals, and professional transparency. Full breakdown on each surgeon's profile.

  1. Dr. Andres Bustillo — ABFPRS · 20+ years of practice · 4.9/5 across 222 Google reviews, in Miami.
  2. Dr. Alex Zuriarrain — ABCS · 12+ years of practice · 5.0/5 across 324 Google reviews, in Miami.
  3. Dr. Paul Afrooz — ABPS · 12+ years of practice · 4.9/5 across 241 Google reviews, in Miami.
  4. Dr. Ruslan Zhuravsky — ABOHNS · 10+ years of practice · 4.9/5 across 190 Google reviews, in Miami.
  5. Dr. Jose Rodriguez-Feliz — ABPS · 15+ years of practice · 5.0/5 across 267 Google reviews, in Miami.
  6. Dr. James M. Stuzin — ABPS · 46+ years of practice, in Miami.
  7. Dr. Joshua Lampert — ABPS, in Miami.
  8. Dr. Carlos Wolf — ABFPRS, in Miami.

9 Surgeons in Miami

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Questions to ask at your consultation

Every surgeon on this page can be compared with the same eight questions. The one who answers them comfortably, with numbers, is the one you want operating on your face.

  1. How many deep plane facelifts do you personally perform each year?
  2. Which board certifies you, and where can I verify it myself?
  3. Will you perform the entire operation yourself, start to finish?
  4. What exactly does the quote include - anesthesia, facility, follow-up visits?
  5. What is your revision policy, and what would a revision cost me?
  6. Can I see before-and-after photos of patients my age with my face shape?
  7. If a complication happens, who manages it and where?
  8. How long will swelling, tightness and numbness realistically last?
Why Miami for Deep Plane Facelift?

Miami offers 9 specialist surgeons with pricing from $35,000. Compare credentials and before/after photos in one place.

  • 9 listed deep plane facelift specialists
  • Average cost $55,000
  • Free to ask — every surgeon sets their own consultation terms

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How much does a deep plane facelift cost in Miami?

Deep plane facelift in Miami costs $35,000 to $75,000, with an average of $55,000. 9 surgeons are listed. The procedure takes 4-6 hours, most patients are socially presentable in 10-14 days, and results last 10-15 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Deep Plane Facelift in Miami

How Much Does a Deep Plane Facelift Cost in Miami?
A deep plane facelift in Miami generally starts around $35,000, with published United States ranges of $35,000–$75,000 for most board-certified specialists (celebrity-tier surgeons charge more) covering surgeon, facility, and anesthesia fees. The exact figure depends on the surgeon's deep-plane case volume and your anatomy — get itemized quotes (surgeon fee 40–60%, facility 20–30%, anesthesia 10–15%, follow-up care) from 2–3 of the surgeons listed on this page and compare like for like.
What Is the Average Deep Plane Facelift Price in Miami?
The average deep plane facelift price in Miami is $55,000, based on the surgeons listed in our directory. A full price quote should cover the surgeon's fee, anesthesia and facility fees — always confirm what a quote includes before comparing prices, and treat a price far below the local range as a signal to double-check credentials rather than a bargain.
How Many Deep Plane Facelift Surgeons Are in Miami?
Miami has 9 deep plane facelift surgeons listed in our directory. These facial plastic surgery specialists offer varying levels of experience and pricing. We recommend consulting with multiple surgeons to compare credentials, before/after photos, and experience.
How Many Deep Plane Facelift Surgeons Does DEEPPLANE™ List in Miami?
DEEPPLANE™ lists 9 deep plane facelift surgeons in Miami. Board certifications shown are as published by the surgeon or clinic and are self-reported; we hold no case-volume data. Unlike clinic-booking marketplaces, DEEPPLANE™ takes no commission from surgeons, so the ranking reflects credentials and published before/after results — not who paid most. Compare profiles, then request a consultation; surgeons are never contacted directly by patients.
Is Miami a Good Location for Deep Plane Facelift?
Miami is an established location for deep plane facelift surgery with 9 specialists available. When choosing Miami for your procedure, consider surgeon credentials, facility accreditation, and post-operative care availability.
What is the Recovery Time for Deep Plane Facelift in Miami?
Recovery after a deep plane facelift in Miami follows the standard timeline: most patients are socially presentable in 10-14 days as bruising settles, desk work resumes around two weeks, strenuous exercise waits 4-6 weeks, and residual swelling fades over 3-6 months.
What Should I Look for in a Deep Plane Facelift Surgeon in Miami?
When selecting a deep plane facelift surgeon in Miami, verify board certification in plastic surgery or facial plastic surgery, review before/after photos of deep plane procedures specifically, confirm their professional qualifications, and ensure the surgeon performs at least 50+ deep plane facelifts annually.
Is It Safe to Get a Deep Plane Facelift in Miami?
Deep plane facelift in Miami is safe when performed by a board-certified facial plastic surgeon at an accredited facility. Complication rates at top Miami clinics are comparable to international standards at 1-3%. Always verify the surgeon's credentials, facility accreditation (JCI or equivalent), and ask to see at least 50 before/after cases.
How Long Will I Need Off Work After a Deep Plane Facelift?
Plan for roughly two weeks away from a desk job: sutures come out at day 5-7 and most bruising settles by day 10-14. Physically demanding work needs 4-6 weeks. Many patients schedule surgery ahead of a quiet fortnight and return to the office, with makeup, at two weeks.
Does Insurance Cover Deep Plane Facelift in Miami?
Deep plane facelift is considered a cosmetic procedure in Miami and is not covered by public health insurance (public health plans) or by most private insurance policies. Medical-necessity exceptions are extremely rare and typically require post-traumatic reconstruction with documented functional impairment — a pure aesthetic facelift never qualifies. Many Miami surgeons offer interest-free monthly financing plans (CareCredit-equivalent in markets that have local options) with 12-36 month terms. Expect to pay out-of-pocket or through a third-party medical financing provider; ask the surgeon's scheduler for a line-item cost estimate early so you can plan accordingly rather than discovering surprise fees after booking.
What Questions Should I Ask a Deep Plane Facelift Surgeon in Miami?
A productive first consultation in Miami covers six specific topics: (1) How many deep plane facelifts specifically has the surgeon performed — 200+ is the threshold where the technique becomes consistent; years of general facelift experience is not equivalent. (2) Show 3-5 before/after cases of patients similar to you in age, gender, skin type, and bone structure, taken in matched lighting and angles. (3) Their specific complication rate with numbers — hematoma, facial nerve injury, hypertrophic scarring, revision rate — and exactly how they would handle each. (4) Who administers anesthesia (board-certified anesthesiologist vs CRNA) and whether the facility is accredited (JCI internationally, AAAASF/AAAHC in US). (5) Total out-the-door cost in writing: surgeon fee, facility, anesthesia, garments, medications, 12-month follow-up. (6) Exactly who performs the surgery from start to finish — will a trainee or another surgeon do any portion? Top Miami surgeons expect and welcome all six questions; evasive answers on any one of them is a meaningful signal.
Can I Combine Deep Plane Facelift with Other Procedures in Miami?
Yes, combining deep plane facelift with complementary procedures is common and often preferable in Miami — one anesthesia, one recovery period, one consolidated cost. The most frequent combinations (in order of clinical fit): (a) neck lift / platysmaplasty — performed as a single contiguous dissection in most modern protocols; rarely billed as a separate procedure. (b) upper and/or lower blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery) — adds 30-60 minutes of operating time and addresses the hollowed under-eye or hooded upper lid that facelift alone cannot reach. (c) fat transfer from abdomen/thighs to midface or temples, for volume restoration in a deflated face. (d) brow lift for upper-third aging. (e) skin resurfacing (laser, chemical peel) — usually staged to the 3-6 month mark after the facelift heals rather than done same-day. Combinations that are not recommended same-day: rhinoplasty (airway swelling risk), breast or body surgery (operating-time and blood-loss limits), dental surgery (mouth bacteria exposure). Ask your Miami surgeon for their combined-procedure protocol and total operating-time limit — most experienced surgeons cap a single session at 6-7 hours.
Which Clinics Offer Deep Plane Facelift in Miami?
Our directory lists 9 deep plane facelift surgeons in Miami. We do not hold facility-accreditation data. Rather than choosing a clinic first, verify the individual surgeon's board certification and deep plane case volume — the operating surgeon, not the clinic brand, determines the result. Your surgeon will schedule follow-up appointments before you travel home.
Where Can I See Deep Plane Facelift Before and After Photos From Miami Surgeons?
Surgeon profiles linked on this page include before and after photos collected from public clinic sources where the surgeon has published them, and our before and after gallery shows deep plane results by age group and technique. When reviewing before and after photos from Miami, look for consistent lighting and angles and ask each surgeon for cases matching your age and anatomy.
Who Are the Best Deep Plane Facelift Surgeons in Miami?
Miami has 9 listed deep plane facelift surgeons in our directory, ranked by our transparent DeepPlane Score (credentials, board certification, patient outcomes, and verification depth). Top-ranked surgeons currently include Andres Bustillo, Alex Zuriarrain, Paul Afrooz. Compare full profiles, before/after galleries, and pricing on this page, and see our guide on how to choose a deep plane facelift surgeon for what to verify in your first consultation.
Is Miami Safe for Deep Plane Facelift?
Miami is a very safe location for deep plane facelift. AAAASF-accredited facilities, ABFPRS-certified surgeons, and AHCA state licensing of all surgical centers ensure rigorous standards. Miami's large medical tourism industry also means local surgeons have significant experience managing international patient logistics and follow-up.
How Long Should I Stay in Miami After Facelift?
Plan 10–14 days in Miami. Sutures are removed at Day 5–7; most bruising resolves by Day 10–14. Miami's warm, sunny weather makes recovery more comfortable than northern US cities. Many surgeons partner with nearby hotels and recovery concierge services in Coral Gables and Brickell.
Do Surgeons in Miami Speak English?
Yes — English is spoken at all Miami medical facilities. Approximately half of Miami's top cosmetic surgeons are also fluent in Spanish, and several practices offer Portuguese, French, and Creole interpretation for their diverse Latin American and Caribbean patient base.
Who Is the Best Facelift Surgeon in Miami?
No single surgeon is objectively "best" — the honest answer is a shortlist built on verifiable signals: board certification, documented deep-plane case volume (50+ per year), verified Google review history, and depth of deep-plane-specific before/after photos. The ranked roster on this page applies exactly these criteria to Miami's verified deep plane facelift surgeons so you can compare candidates side by side instead of relying on any one clinic's marketing.
Is There a Deep Plane Facelift Surgeon Near Me in Miami?
DEEPPLANE™ doesn't use your location — instead, the ranked roster on this page is the full set of verified deep plane facelift surgeons we list for Miami, so it already answers a "near me" search for this area. Compare them by board certification, deep-plane case volume, and before/after photos, then request a consultation directly from a profile (submitting an enquiry is free); most also offer a virtual consultation first if travel is a factor.

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How Much Does a Deep Plane Facelift Cost in Miami?

Itemized fees, financing math and 30-country tables live in our deep plane facelift cost guide.

Deep plane facelift cost in Miami ranges from $35,000 to $75,000, with an average cost of $55,000. This price range reflects the cost of facial plastic surgery in Miami and includes multiple components.2

Surgeon Fee

40-60%

of total cost

Facility Fee

20-30%

of total cost

Anesthesia

10-15%

of total cost

Post-Op Care

5-10%

of total cost

Cost Per Year of Results

$4,400/year

Based on $55,000 average and 10-15 year results. Compare to fillers at $3,000/year or thread lifts at $2,500/year.

What it costs in USA

$35,000–$75,000

Typical all-in range quoted for a deep plane facelift in USA - surgeon, anesthesia and facility. Individual quotes vary with technique, added procedures and surgeon experience.

What Affects Deep Plane Facelift Price in Miami?

Several factors influence the price range for deep plane facelift in Miami. Understanding these factors helps patients make informed decisions when comparing surgeons.

Surgeon Experience
Surgeons with 100+ deep plane procedures annually typically charge higher fees. Board certification in facial plastic surgery is essential.
Facility Accreditation
Accredited surgical facilities in Miami ensure safety standards but may cost more than non-accredited alternatives.
Procedure Complexity
Deep plane facelift takes 4-6 hours. Additional procedures (neck lift, eyelid surgery) increase total cost.
Location in Miami
Clinics in premium areas of Miami may charge higher facility fees due to real estate costs.

Is Miami a Good Location for Deep Plane Facelift?

Miami offers several qualified facial plastic surgeons specializing in deep plane facelift. When evaluating Miami as a destination for your procedure, consider these factors:

  • 9 surgeons listed in our directory
  • Average cost $55,000 compared to global average
  • Price range $35,000 - $75,000 offers options for different budgets

Why Choose Miami for Deep Plane Facelift?

Medical Excellence

Miami is a top US destination for cosmetic surgery with a large Latin American patient base. Surgeons are experienced with diverse facial anatomies and ethnicities.

Paying for it

Most US practices offer surgical financing through providers such as CareCredit or Alphaeon. A $30,000 procedure spread over 24 months comes to roughly $1,250 a month before interest - ask each practice which plans it accepts before booking a consultation.

Expert Tip: Coral Gables and Aventura have Miami's top facial plastic surgeons. Many specialize in multicultural facial aesthetics.

Hospital & Facility Standards in Miami

Miami's top deep plane surgeons operate in AAAASF- or AAAHC-accredited outpatient surgical centers. Baptist Health South Florida and Cleveland Clinic Florida (both in the Greater Miami area) provide hospital-based OR access for complex or combined procedures. Florida state law requires all outpatient surgery centers to be licensed by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).

Recovery Environment in Miami

Miami's warm, sunny climate (24–30°C year-round) supports comfortable recovery, but direct sun exposure must be strictly avoided for 6 weeks post-surgery to prevent hyperpigmentation and scar darkening. Indoor recovery in air-conditioned Coral Gables homes or hotels is ideal for the first 10 days; shaded park walks can begin around Day 7.

Key Facts: Deep Plane Facelift in Miami

Deep plane facelift in Miami costs $50,000-$90,000
Miami is a hub for Latin American medical tourists
Miami surgeons specialize in diverse facial anatomy
South Florida offers year-round recovery-friendly climate

Deep Plane Facelift Recovery in Miami

Recovery time for deep plane facelift in Miami follows the standard timeline. If traveling to Miami for surgery, plan your stay accordingly.3

Day 1-3
Peak swelling, rest in Miami accommodation
Day 5-7
Sutures removed at surgeon's Miami clinic
Day 10-14
Most bruising resolved, safe to travel home
Week 2-3
Return to social activities, desk work

Local Recovery Tip: Apply SPF 50+ sunscreen daily from Day 10 onward when outdoors — Miami's UV index is very high year-round and sun exposure to healing scars causes permanent pigmentation changes. Coral Gables's shaded Miracle Mile and Coconut Grove's tree-canopied streets offer protected morning walks suitable from Day 7.

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Your Facelift Journey

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Expert Opinion on Longevity of Results

"When patients ask how long results will last, I tell them to expect 10 to 15 years of benefit. That's significantly longer than traditional techniques because we're repositioning the actual structures of the face, not just tightening skin."

Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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About Deep Plane Facelift in Miami

Miami in USA is an established destination for deep plane facelift surgery, with costs ranging from $35,000 to $75,000 (average $55,000). The deep plane technique repositions deeper facial structures beneath the SMAS layer for natural-looking results lasting 10-15 years.1 Our directory lists 9 surgeons in Miami with credentials and before/after photos.

Miami, USA, stands as a distinguished global destination for advanced facial plastic surgery, particularly the deep plane facelift, supported by a robust US healthcare system regulated by entities like the state medical boards and independent accrediting bodies such as the AAAASF (American Association for Accreditation of Ambulatory Surgery Facilities) for outpatient surgical centers. The city hosts approximately 9 highly specialized deep plane facelift surgeons, many with practices concentrated in upscale medical districts like Coral Gables and South Miami. Miami’s market is distinguished by a strong emphasis on board certification through the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery or the American Board of Plastic Surgery, often complemented by academic affiliations with institutions like the University of Miami, ensuring surgeons follow rigorous training paths and adhere to high standards of care.

The all-in cost — surgeon, facility and anesthesia — is typically $35,000–$75,000. This fee typically encompasses the surgeon's professional fee (often 60-70%), facility fees for the accredited surgical center (15-25%), and anesthesia costs (10-15%). Post-operative follow-up visits are usually included in this package, though specific durations vary. While truly "all-inclusive" packages covering flights and accommodation are less common in the US, clinics generally provide a comprehensive quote for the medical procedures.

For international patients, Miami International Airport (MIA) is the primary gateway, offering direct flights and convenient access to medical districts like Coral Gables and South Miami, typically within a 15-30 minute drive. Most visa-waiver program countries require an ESTA for entry, while others will need a B-2 tourist visa. The optimal recovery season in Miami is from November to April, when the city experiences cooler, drier weather and lower humidity, which can significantly reduce post-operative swelling and improve overall comfort. Recommended neighborhoods for recovery include the tranquil, tree-lined streets of Coral Gables or the serene, bayside community of Coconut Grove, both offering upscale, quiet accommodation options. For gentle, post-operative walks crucial for circulation, the historic streets around the Venetian Pool in Coral Gables provide a peaceful, shaded environment, or the linear park known as The Underline offers urban green space beneath the Metrorail, accessible and convenient for measured strolls.

Understanding Deep Plane Facelift

Deep Plane Facelift
An advanced facial rejuvenation surgical technique that lifts the deeper SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) layer along with the overlying skin as a single unit, providing natural-looking and long-lasting results.Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal
SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System)
A continuous fibromuscular layer that connects the facial muscles to the dermis, serving as the foundation for facial structure and the primary target of deep plane facelift surgery.Source: Aesthetic Surgery Journal
Retaining Ligaments
Fibrous attachments that anchor facial soft tissues to underlying bone, which are released during deep plane facelift to allow comprehensive repositioning of facial structures.Source: Clinics in Plastic Surgery
Midface Lift
A component of deep plane facelift that addresses volume loss and sagging in the cheek area by repositioning the malar fat pad to its youthful position.Source: Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics

Deep Plane Facelift Cost by Country

Turkey
$10,000–$12,000
Mexico
$10,000–$14,000
Brazil
$10,000–$11,000
South Korea
$12,000–$30,000
Germany
$14,000–$22,000
United Kingdom
$19,000–$44,000
France
$14,000–$22,000
United States
$35,000–$75,000

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