Extended Deep Plane Facelift
Why This Topic Matters
An extended deep plane facelift is an advanced surgical procedure that provides comprehensive rejuvenation for the face and neck, costing between $30,000 and $60,000. By releasing more retaining ligaments than a standard deep plane lift, it allows for a more dramatic repositioning of tissues, with results lasting 10-15 years. This technique is ideal for addressing significant aging, particularly in the neck and jowls.
- •Extended dissection addresses severe neck laxity and banding
- •Platysma muscle is treated as part of the composite flap
- •Results are particularly dramatic for patients over 60
Learn about the extended deep plane facelift for comprehensive facial and neck rejuvenation.
Extended Deep Plane Facelift: Extended deep plane facelift releases additional ligaments beyond standard deep plane, including the mandibular and cervical ligaments. This provides more comprehensive neck and jawline rejuvenation for patients with significant aging.
— DeepPlane.com Medical Advisory Board
Extended Deep Plane Facelift: Quick Facts
- Coverage
- Face, neck, and jowls
- Surgery Time
- 5-7 hours
- Recovery
- 3-4 weeks
- Results
- Most comprehensive
- Longevity
- 10-15+ years
- Ideal For
- Significant neck laxity
Source: Clinical Studies & The Aesthetic Society
What Is Extended Deep Plane Facelift?
This advanced facial rejuvenation technique addresses the deeper layers of facial tissue, providing more natural and longer-lasting results compared to traditional methods. The procedure repositions the SMAS layer along with the overlying skin, creating a more comprehensive lift without the pulled or windswept appearance.
Board-certified plastic surgeons who specialize in this technique have extensive training in facial anatomy and can achieve results that look natural while addressing significant signs of aging including jowls, nasolabial folds, and neck laxity.
How Much Does It Cost?
The cost varies significantly based on several factors:
- Surgeon Experience: Board-certified specialists typically charge $20,000-$50,000
- Geographic Location: Major cities like NYC and LA have higher costs
- Facility Fees: Hospital vs. accredited surgical center
- Anesthesia: General vs. local with sedation
Who Is a Good Candidate?
Ideal candidates for this procedure typically share these characteristics:
Good Candidates
- • Patients with significant neck laxity extending below the jawline
- • Those with prominent platysmal bands and turkey neck appearance
- • Patients wanting comprehensive jawline-to-neck rejuvenation
- • Non-smokers willing to accept extended recovery for superior neck results
May Not Be Suitable
- • Patients with only mild neck laxity (standard deep plane may suffice)
- • Those with very thick neck skin or excessive submental fat (may need lipo first)
- • Patients unable to sleep elevated for 2-3 weeks post-surgery
- • Those with a history of keloid scarring in the neck area
Frequently Asked Questions
What is extended?
Extended deep plane facelift expands the traditional deep plane dissection to include the neck, jawline, and perioral region. By releasing additional retaining ligaments and extending the subplatysmal dissection, this technique addresses the full face and neck in a single comprehensive procedure.
How much does extended deep plane facelift cost?
Extended deep plane facelift costs $30,000-$60,000 due to the longer surgical time (5-7 hours) and broader scope of correction. This is the most comprehensive facial rejuvenation procedure available, addressing areas that standard facelifts cannot reach.
Who is a good candidate for extended deep plane facelift?
Best candidates have significant aging across the entire face and neck, including jowls, neck bands, marionette lines, and midface descent. Patients seeking the most dramatic and long-lasting transformation are ideal for this extended approach.
