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Dr. John Holds, deep plane facelift surgeon in St. Louis, USA

Dr. John Holds, FACS

Deep plane facelift surgeon · St. Louis, USA

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Dr. John Holds, FACS is a deep plane facelift surgeon in St. Louis, USA, listed on DEEPPLANE™ from public sources.

Board certification
ABO(as listed in public sources)
Experience
30+ years(as listed in public sources)
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Board certification
ABO (as listed in public sources)
Medical school
Saint Louis University (as listed in public sources)
Society memberships
AAO (as listed in public sources)

The website on file for this surgeon mentions the deep plane facelift (read by us on Oct 15, 2026). That is what the website says; we have not confirmed it.

Dr. John Holds, FACS reviews: what the record shows

Google shows a 4.6 rating from 18 reviews. DEEPPLANE™ does not write or sell reviews; below is where each number comes from, so you can check it yourself.

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4.6from 18 reviews · as of September 29, 2026

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Published results

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Dr. John Holds

4.6(18)
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$35,000 – $75,000

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Published Research

Peer-reviewed papers indexed in PubMed and OpenAlex. Most recent 5 of 27 on record.

  1. Lower Blepharoplasty
    Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America · 2026 · senior author
  2. The Subcutaneous Approach
    Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America · 2026 · co-author
  3. Management of the Tarsal Fold with Ptosis Management in Aesthetic Blepharoplasty
    Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America · 2025 · first author
  4. Revolutionizing Patient Education: Artificial Intelligence Versus Experts in Ocular Dyskinesia Responses
    Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery · 2025 · co-author
  5. Simple Incisionless Temporary Stabilization: An Adjunct to Lower Blepharoplasty
    Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum · 2024 · senior author
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Dr. John Holds is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon based in St. Louis, USA. With 30+ years of experience. Rated 4.6/5 based on 18 Google reviews.

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Procedures performed

Deep Plane Faceliftbrow liftsmidface liftsFacial Fat TransferUpper Blepharoplasty

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Dr. John Holds is a board-certified deep plane facelift surgeon in St. Louis, USA. 30+ years experience. Rated 4.6/5 (18 reviews). Specializes in: Deep Plane Facelift, brow lifts, midface lifts, Facial Fat Transfer, Upper Blepharoplasty.

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Quick Facts: Dr. John Holds

Specialization
Deep Plane Facelift
Location
St. Louis, USA
Experience
30+ years
Google Rating
4.6/5 (18 reviews)

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CREDENTIALS

Credentials & Experience

Board-Certified

ABO

American Board of Ophthalmology

Society Member

AAO

American Academy of Ophthalmology

Fellowships

FACS

Fellow of the American College of Surgeons

Medical School

Saint Louis University

Years of Experience

30+ years

PRICING

DEEPPLANE estimate

Deep Plane Facelift in USA

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$35,000 – $75,000

Languages

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Research & Publications27 peer-reviewed

Lower Blepharoplasty

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2026)

The Subcutaneous Approach

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2026)

Management of the Tarsal Fold with Ptosis Management in Aesthetic Blepharoplasty

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2025)

The Spectrum of Aesthetic Canthal Suspension

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2021)

Complications of Periocular Dermal Fillers

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2021)

Oculoplastic Surgery

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2021)

Preface

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2021)

Complications Associated with Fat Grafting to the Lower Eyelid

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2019)

Phi, Fat, and the Mathematics of a Beautiful Midface

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2018)

Evaluation of Eyelid Function and Aesthetics

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2016)

Lower Eyelid Reconstruction

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2016)

Upper Lid Blepharoplasty

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2016)

Re

Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2015)

Brow/Upper Lid Anatomy, Aging and Aesthetic Analysis

Facial Plastic Surgery Clinics of North America (2015)

Practice Location

Ophthalmic Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery

St. Louis, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. John Holds

What procedures does Dr. John Holds specialize in?
Dr. John Holds specializes in Deep Plane Facelift, brow lifts, midface lifts, Facial Fat Transfer, Upper Blepharoplasty, 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.
Is Dr. Holds board certified?
Dr. Holds is listed as board-certified by ABO, 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. Holds located?
Dr. Holds practices at Ophthalmic Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery in St. Louis, USA.
How experienced is Dr. Holds with deep plane facelifts?
Dr. Holds has 30+ years of clinical experience in facial plastic surgery. Deep plane facelift is a signature procedure within the clinical practice. Board-certified by ABO, confirming completion of accredited residency training and passage of written and oral examinations. Active member of American Academy of Ophthalmology, which requires ongoing peer review and continuing education. High-volume specialisation is one of the strongest predictors of complication-free outcomes.
Can I see before and after photos of Dr. Holds's work?
Yes, Dr. Holds has 2 before and after photo sets on their DEEPPLANE™ profile, showing a range of ages, anatomical starting points, and result timelines. Photos have been collated from public clinic sources. When reviewing galleries, look for patients with facial anatomy similar to yours and for results photographed at least 3-6 months post-op, when final swelling has resolved.
Is Dr. Holds verified on DEEPPLANE™?
Dr. Holds'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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