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Michael Byun, deep plane facelift surgeon in Chicago, USA

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Dr. Michael Byun is a deep plane facelift surgeon based in Chicago, USA.

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Dr. Michael Byun is a board-certified plastic surgeon with a practice located in Chicago, Illinois. He holds a significant place in the history of plastic surgery at Northwestern University Medical School, having been the first medical student admitted into their integrated plastic surgery program in 1991.

Dr. Byun is a top facial surgeon, known for helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals. His clinical focus includes facial rejuvenation, and he is the creator of the "BYUN Muscle Restoration" and "Byun Method," pioneering facelift techniques that anatomically reposition muscles for a more natural-looking result. He is recognized for his brilliant questions and erudite discussions on surgical anatomy, method, and technique.

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Dr. Michael Byun is a board-certified plastic surgeon with a practice located in Chicago, Illinois. He holds a significant place in the history of plastic surgery at Northwestern University Medical School, having been the first medical student admitted into their integrated plastic surgery program in 1991. Dr. Byun is a top facial surgeon, known for helping patients achieve their aesthetic goals. His clinical focus includes facial rejuvenation, and he is the creator of the "BYUN Muscle Restorat

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Deep Plane Facelift
Location
Chicago, USA

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Michael Byun

Dr. Michael Byun 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. Dr. Michael Byun is a board-certified plastic surgeon with a practice located in Chicago, Illinois. He holds a significant place in the history of plastic surgery at Northwestern University Medical School, having been the first medical student admitted into their integrated plastic surgery program i...

Dr. Michael Byun is listed as a deep plane facelift specialist on DeepPlane.com. Board-certification details have not been confirmed for this profile yet, so we recommend verifying credentials directly with the surgeon's office and through the relevant national medical board's public registry before scheduling a consultation.

This profile has not yet been claimed by Dr. Michael Byun, so direct contact through DeepPlane.com is not currently available. You may visit the official clinic website at https://www.chicagocosmeticsurgery.com/deep-plane-facelift-chicago/ to request a consultation directly. You can also search public directories, medical society listings, or the hospital's contact page to reach the clinic. Once the surgeon claims their profile, inquiries can be routed through our platform.

Patient reviews for Dr. Michael Byun are available on their DeepPlane.com profile, alongside any public Google reviews linked to the clinic. Patients who have undergone a deep plane facelift can share their experience through our structured review system, which collects separate ratings for surgical outcome, communication, recovery support, and overall value to help future patients make informed decisions.

Dr. Michael Byun practices at Chicago Cosmetic Surgery in Chicago, USA. The clinic welcomes both local and international patients travelling for deep plane facelift surgery. Visit the official clinic website for the full street address, parking details, and directions from the nearest international airport. International patients can arrange a virtual consultation before traveling to review candidacy, treatment plan, and pricing.

Recovery from a deep plane facelift typically involves 2-3 weeks of initial healing, with most visible bruising resolving within 7-10 days and sutures removed at days 7-10. International patients can generally travel home after 10-14 days once swelling has stabilised and wound checks are complete. Most patients return to desk work at 2-3 weeks and to exercise at 4-6 weeks. Final results become visible after 3-6 months as deep tissue swelling fully resolves. Dr. Michael Byun provides a personalised recovery timeline during consultation.

Deep plane facelift results typically last 10-15 years, significantly longer than traditional SMAS or mini-facelift procedures, which tend to last 5-8 years. The deep plane technique repositions deeper facial tissues — including the SMAS-platysma composite and the released retaining ligaments — rather than simply tightening skin, which produces more natural, longer-lasting rejuvenation. Longevity also depends on individual ageing biology, sun exposure, smoking status, and skincare. Dr. Michael Byun can discuss expected outcomes for your anatomy during consultation.

Dr. Michael Byun's profile on DeepPlane.com has not yet been verified. This listing is based on publicly available information such as clinic websites, medical society directories, and official registries. Surgeons can claim and verify their profile at any time to display verified credentials, unlock direct inquiry routing, and enable DeepPlane.com's full trust-signal stack.

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    American Society of Plastic Surgeons - Facelift Statistics 2024(Organization)Accessed: 2026-03-21
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    Rohrich RJ, et al. Current Concepts in Deep-Plane Face Lifting. Plast Reconstr Surg. 2021;148(5):1025-1038(Journal Article)Accessed: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1097/PRS.0000000000008130
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    International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ISAPS) Global Survey 2023(Organization)Accessed: 2026-03-21
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    Hamra ST. Composite rhytidectomy. Plast Reconstr Surg. 1992;90(1):1-13(Journal Article)Accessed: 2026-03-21DOI: 10.1097/00006534-199209000-00005
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