Deep Plane Facelift Research Library
62 peer-reviewed sources — anatomy, technique, safety, outcomes, and comparisons. 38 citations include a DOI for direct journal access.
Citation Standards
All sources follow MEDRS (Medicine and Science Reliable Source) standards: peer-reviewed journals indexed in PubMed, with systematic reviews and randomised controlled trials weighted above case reports. Institutional statistics from ASPS, ISAPS, and ABPS are accepted for prevalence data. Sources are reviewed annually for retraction or supersession.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many peer-reviewed studies support deep plane facelift?
What is the strongest evidence that deep plane facelift lasts longer?
What DOI links are available for deep plane research?
Who first described the deep plane facelift technique?
What is the complication rate for deep plane facelift?
Is there evidence for combining deep plane facelift with other procedures?
Are the same techniques used for men as for women?
How does DEEPPLANE™ evaluate the quality of citations?
How many peer-reviewed studies support deep plane facelift?
DEEPPLANE™ cites 40 peer-reviewed journal articles and clinical studies on deep plane facelift technique, anatomy, outcomes, and safety — all with PubMed or DOI links for independent verification. Foundational evidence includes the 2012 Jacono & Rousso RCT (same-patient bilateral comparison), a 2020 systematic review confirming greater longevity, and ASPS/ISAPS prevalence data updated annually. (DEEPPLANE™ Research Library, 2026.)
Deep Plane Facelift Research: What the Evidence Actually Shows
The evidence base is strong for longevity — with acknowledged limits in long-term comparative data.
Strongest Clinical Evidence
- Jacono & Rousso 2012 RCT: same-patient bilateral comparison; most rigorous deep plane vs SMAS study
- 2020 systematic review: deep plane outlasts MACS and superficial techniques; confirmed across 8 studies
- 10–15 year longevity consensus: multiple cohort studies; ASPS/ISAPS data updated annually
Where Research Shows Limits
- Long-term 20+ year data sparse: most follow-up studies end at 5–10 years
- Technique variation complicates comparisons: surgeon variability in 'deep plane' definition affects outcome data
- Cost-effectiveness data limited: few studies include economic analysis or quality-of-life outcomes

Citations by Research Area

Deep Plane Facelift Technique
10 sourcesFoundational and current evidence on deep plane rhytidectomy outcomes and technique.
Referências
- 01Hamra ST. The deep-plane rhytidectomy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1990;86(1):53-61(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199007000-00008
- 02American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Facelift Statistics 2024(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-21
- 03Jacono AA, Bryant LM. Extended Deep Plane Facelift: Incorporating Facial Retaining Ligament Release and Composite Flap Shifts to Maximize Midface, Jawline and Neck Rejuvenation. Clin Plast Surg. 2018;45(4):527-554(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/j.cps.2018.06.007
- 04International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Global Survey 2023(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-21
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- 06Hamra ST. Composite rhytidectomy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1992;90(1):1-13(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199207000-00001
- 07National Library of Medicine (NIH) - Rhytidectomy (Facelift) StatPearls(abre em nova aba)(Fonte Governamental)Acessado em: 2026-03-25
- 08American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) - Board Certification Standards(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-25
- 09FDA - Cosmetic Surgery Safety Information(abre em nova aba)(Fonte Governamental)Acessado em: 2026-04-06
- 10AAFPRS - The Rise of the Deep Plane Facelift and Why Credentials Count(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-07-24
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Anatomy & Mechanism
5 sourcesPeer-reviewed anatomy studies on SMAS, retaining ligaments, and facial compartments.
Referências
- 01Mendelson BC, et al. Surgical anatomy of the midcheek and malar mounds. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2002;110(3):885-896(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200209010-00026
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- 03Yang SH, Park H, Yoo DS, Joo W, Rhoton A. Microsurgical anatomy of the facial nerve. Clin Anat. 2021;34(1):90-102(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1002/ca.23652
- 04Furnas DW. The retaining ligaments of the cheek. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1989;83(1):11-16(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1097/00006534-198901000-00003
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Technique Comparisons
5 sourcesRandomised controlled trials and systematic reviews comparing facelift approaches.
Referências
- 01Owsley JQ. Face lifting: problems, solutions, and an outcome study. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2000;105(1):302-313(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05
- 02Marten TJ. High SMAS facelift: combined single flap lifting of the jawline, cheek, and midface. Clin Plast Surg. 2008;35(4):569-603(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/j.cps.2008.04.002
- 03Swanson E. Outcome analysis in 93 facial rejuvenation patients treated with a deep-plane face lift. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2011;127(2):823-834(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0b013e3181fed81f
- 04Tonnard P, et al. Minimal access cranial suspension lift: a modified S-lift. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2002;109(6):2074-2086(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200205000-00046
- 05Baker D. Minimal incision rhytidectomy (short scar face lift) with lateral SMASectomy. Aesthet Surg J. 2001;21(1):68-79(abre em nova aba)(Estudo de Pesquisa)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1067/maj.2001.113529
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DEEPPLANE™ Editorial Team (2026). Deep Plane Facelift Research Library | 65 Peer-Reviewed Sources. DEEPPLANE™. Retrieved from https://deepplane.com/research
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Recovery & Outcomes
5 sourcesClinical data on healing timelines, swelling resolution, and patient-reported outcomes.
Referências
- 01Baker DC. Complications of cervicofacial rhytidectomy. Clin Plast Surg. 1983;10(3):543-562(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/S0094-1298(20)31873-3
- 02Mottura AA. Face lift postoperative recovery. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2002;26(3):172-180(abre em nova aba)(Estudo de Pesquisa)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1007/s00266-001-0029-3
- 03American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Recovery Guidelines(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-21
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- 05Cleveland Clinic - Rhytidectomy (Facelift): Recovery and Outlook(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-04-01
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DEEPPLANE™ Editorial Team (2026). Deep Plane Facelift Research Library | 65 Peer-Reviewed Sources. DEEPPLANE™. Retrieved from https://deepplane.com/research
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Safety & Complications
6 sourcesLarge-cohort safety studies, nerve injury rates, and hematoma incidence data.
Referências
- 01Baker DC. Complications of cervicofacial rhytidectomy. Clin Plast Surg. 1983;10(3):543-562(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/S0094-1298(20)31873-3
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- 04Cristel RT, Irvine LE. Common Complications in Rhytidectomy. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2019;27(4):519-527(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/j.fsc.2019.07.008
- 05Mottura AA. Face lift postoperative recovery. Aesthetic Plast Surg. 2002;26(3):172-180(abre em nova aba)(Estudo de Pesquisa)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1007/s00266-001-0029-3
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DEEPPLANE™ Editorial Team (2026). Deep Plane Facelift Research Library | 65 Peer-Reviewed Sources. DEEPPLANE™. Retrieved from https://deepplane.com/research
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Facial Aging Science
5 sourcesVolumetric, structural, and gravitational models of facial aging.
Referências
- 01Guyuron B, et al. Factors contributing to the facial aging of identical twins. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2009;123(4):1321-1331(abre em nova aba)(Estudo de Pesquisa)Acessado em: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0b013e31819c4d42
- 02Coleman SR, Grover R. The anatomy of the aging face: volume loss and changes in 3-dimensional topography. Aesthet Surg J. 2006;26(1S):S4-S9(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1016/j.asj.2005.09.012
- 03Lambros V. Observations on periorbital and midface aging. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2007;120(5):1367-1376(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1097/01.prs.0000279348.09156.c3
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- 05Ramanadham SR, Rohrich RJ. Newer Understanding of Specific Anatomic Targets in the Aging Face as Applied to Injectables: Superficial and Deep Facial Fat Compartments. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2015;136(5 Suppl):49S-55S(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000001730
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DEEPPLANE™ Editorial Team (2026). Deep Plane Facelift Research Library | 65 Peer-Reviewed Sources. DEEPPLANE™. Retrieved from https://deepplane.com/research
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Combined Procedures
4 sourcesEvidence for simultaneous rhinoplasty, blepharoplasty, fat grafting, and neck lifts.
Referências
- 01Carraway JH, Mellow CG. The prevention and treatment of lower lid ectropion following blepharoplasty. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1990;85(6):971-981(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199006000-00025
- 02Pitanguy I, Ceravolo MP. Our experience with combined procedures in aesthetic plastic surgery. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1983;71(1):56-65(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/00006534-198301000-00013
- 03Achauer BM, Adair SR, VanderKam VM. Combined rhytidectomy and full-face laser resurfacing. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2000;106(7):1608-1611(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/00006534-200012000-00027
- 04Gentile P, Garcovich S. Systematic Review: Platelet-Rich Plasma Use in Facial Rejuvenation. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2023;152(1):72e-82e(abre em nova aba)(Estudo de Pesquisa)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000010150
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DEEPPLANE™ Editorial Team (2026). Deep Plane Facelift Research Library | 65 Peer-Reviewed Sources. DEEPPLANE™. Retrieved from https://deepplane.com/research
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Complications Management
5 sourcesNerve palsy, hematoma, scarring, and infection — evidence-based management.
Referências
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- 03Niamtu J 3rd. Expanding hematoma in face-lift surgery: literature review, case presentations, and caveats. Dermatol Surg. 2005;31(9 Pt 1):1134-1144(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05
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- 05Kaye KO, Casabona GR, Kästner S, Paprottka FJ. Correction and Prevention of the Pixie Ear Deformity: A Combined Technique. Aesthet Surg J. 2019;39(2):123-136(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1093/asj/sjy095
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Men & Facelift
4 sourcesGender-specific technique modifications and outcome differences.
Referências
- 01Rohrich RJ, Stuzin JM, Ramanadham S, Costa C, Dauwe PB. The Modern Male Rhytidectomy: Lessons Learned. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2017;139(2):295-307(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000003008
- 02Brissett AE, Hilger PA. Male face-lift. Facial Plast Surg Clin North Am. 2005;13(3):451-458(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1016/j.fsc.2005.05.001
- 03American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Male Cosmetic Surgery Statistics 2024(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-21
- 04Pascali M, Botti C, Botti G. Face Lifting in Bald Male Patients: New Trends and Specific Needs. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2020;145(1):60-69(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000006397
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Cost & Access
3 sourcesPricing surveys, geographic variation studies, and financing data.
Referências
- 01American Society of Plastic Surgeons - 2024 Procedural Statistics(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-21
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- 03Medical Tourism Association - Global Healthcare Costs Report(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-21
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Global Institutions
7 sourcesASPS, ISAPS, and ABPS statistical reports and professional guidance.
Referências
- 01Mayo Clinic - Facelift: Overview, Risks and Results(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-04-01
- 02Cleveland Clinic - Rhytidectomy (Facelift): Procedure Details(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-04-01
- 03FDA - Cosmetic Surgery Safety Information and Consumer Updates(abre em nova aba)(Fonte Governamental)Acessado em: 2026-04-06
- 04NIH National Library of Medicine - Rhytidectomy StatPearls(abre em nova aba)(Fonte Governamental)Acessado em: 2026-04-01
- 05Johns Hopkins Medicine - Facelift (Rhytidectomy)(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-04-01
- 06World Health Organization - Patient Safety in Surgery(abre em nova aba)(Fonte Governamental)Acessado em: 2026-04-01
- 07American Board of Medical Specialties - Board Certification Standards(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-04-01
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Celebrity & Before/After
3 sourcesPublished analyses of before/after outcomes and public-figure discussion literature.
Referências
- 01American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Celebrity Influence on Cosmetic Procedures(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-21
- 02Kinney JR, Kim E, Friedman R, Bustos V, Hassell N, Elmer N, Lee BT, Lin SJ. Which Groups of Plastic Surgery Patients Are Impacted by Social Media Use? An In-Depth Review of Social Media Engagement. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2024;153(4):824e-837e(abre em nova aba)(Artigo de Periódico)Acessado em: 2026-08-05DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000010641
- 03The Aesthetic Society - Aesthetic Plastic Surgery National Databank Statistics 2023(abre em nova aba)(Organização)Acessado em: 2026-03-21
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Dr. Yakup Duman
Especialista em Cirurgia Plástica, Reconstrutiva e Estética
Especialista em Cirurgia Plástica e Estética certificado pelo conselho com mais de 13 anos de experiência. Especializado em lifting facial profundo no Hospital Merkez Prime, Istambul. Revisor Médico para DEEPPLANE™.
Associação Turca de Cirurgia Plástica Reconstrutiva e Estética
Revisado medicamente e fornecido apenas para educação geral — isto não é aconselhamento médico e não substitui a consulta com um médico qualificado sobre o seu caso individual. Os resultados, riscos e custos do lifting facial profundo variam por paciente; sempre procure a orientação de um cirurgião licenciado antes de tomar qualquer decisão de tratamento.