Deep Plane Facelift at Faces, PLLC
If you’re curious about how you can achieve a more youthful, natural appearance without the “overdone” look, you’re in the right place. At Faces, PLLC, Dr. J. Randall Jordan offers a deep plane facelift to go beyond just tightening the skin. He lifts and repositions deep facial structural layers to restore smooth contours and a longer-lasting rejuvenation.
During a consultation with Dr. Jordan, you’ll discover how this advanced procedure addresses a sagging midface, hanging jowls, and neck bands. You’ll learn the science behind the technique and why it creates results that look refreshed rather than “pulled.” Whether you’re considering a facelift or exploring your options, you’ll learn what makes the deep plane facelift different, what areas it treats, and what to expect every step of the way.
Deep plane facelift is offered as part of comprehensive facial plastic surgery services at Faces, PLLC, located in the Jackson, Ridgeland, and Madison, MS area.
How Does a Deep Plane Facelift Work?
During a deep plane facelift, Dr. Jordan works beneath the superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS)—the fibrous layer that connects facial muscles to the skin—to release and lift the deeper tissues that have descended with age. Instead of simply pulling the skin tighter, the deeper muscle and support layers are repositioned back to a more youthful location, and the skin is then gently re-draped over this improved foundation.
Key elements of the deep plane facelift technique include:
- Releasing and lifting deeper facial tissues and ligaments rather than just skin
- Elevating the midface, jawline, and neck as a more unified structure
- Reducing excess tension on the skin to avoid a “stretched” appearance
- Creating smoother, longer-lasting improvement in the cheeks, jowls, and lower face
By addressing the true structural causes of facial sagging, a deep plane facelift can provide more comprehensive and natural-looking rejuvenation, especially around the mouth, cheeks, and jawline
What Areas Does a Deep Plane Facelift Treat?
The deep plane facelift is particularly effective for women and men whose signs of aging are most noticeable through flatter cheeks, deeper folds around the mouth, and a softer jawline. At Faces, PLLC, this advanced approach is used to rejuvenate multiple key facial zones at once.
A deep plane facelift can improve:
- Midface and cheeks that appear flat, hollow, or descended
- Deep nasolabial folds (smile lines) and marionette lines around the mouth
- Jowls that obscure the once-clean jawline
- Loose or sagging tissue beneath the jawline and along the upper neck (often combined with neck tightening)
Because deeper foundational tissues are repositioned, the result is a more youthful but still very recognizable version of you, rather than a “different” face.
How Is a Deep Plane Facelift Different from a Traditional Facelift or Mini Facelift?
A facelift is highly customized, and Dr. Jordan offers traditional facelifts, deep plane facelifts, and mini facelifts to match the degree and pattern of aging in each patient. A traditional facelift often tightens the SMAS and removes excess skin, which improves the jawline and neck but may be less powerful in the midface. A mini facelift uses shorter incisions and a more limited lift, making it best for earlier, milder signs of aging.
By comparison, a deep plane facelift:
- Works under the SMAS layer to release and lift deeper tissues
- Provides more dramatic improvement in the midface, nasolabial folds, and jowls
- Places less tension on the skin, reducing the risk of an over-pulled look
- Typically offers longer-lasting results than more superficial techniques
During your consultation, Dr. Jordan will explain the differences between a full facelift, deep plane facelift, and mini facelift and help you decide which option is best suited to your facial anatomy, age, and goals.
Who Is a Good Candidate for a Deep Plane Facelift?
Ideal candidates for a deep plane facelift usually are experiencing moderate to more advanced signs of facial aging and want a comprehensive, long-lasting solution. Many have tried injectables or non-surgical skin tightening but really need a structural lift to achieve the outcome they want.
You may be a good candidate if you:
- Have noticeable sagging of the cheeks, lower face, and jowls
- See deep folds around the mouth and a loss of definition along the jawline
- Want natural-looking rejuvenation without an overdone or “windblown” appearance
- Are in good general health and able to undergo surgery
- Are willing to commit to a recovery period and follow post-operative instructions
During your visit, Dr. Jordan will review your health history, examine your facial structure, and recommend a deep plane facelift, traditional facelift, mini facelift, or a combination with other procedures (such as neck lift, eyelid surgery, or brow lift) to create a balanced, more youthful-looking appearance.
What Is the Deep Plane Facelift Procedure Like?
Dr. Jordan carefully plans your deep plane facelift procedure and performs it with an emphasis on safety, precision, and discreet, natural-looking results. Your specific needs and goals will shape the details, but several aspects remain consistent.
In a typical deep plane facelift:
- Incisions are placed around the ear and along natural creases and hairlines to keep scars as inconspicuous as possible
- The skin is gently elevated to access the SMAS and deeper facial tissues
- Deeper muscular and connective tissue layers are released and lifted as a unified structure
- Jowls and midface tissues are repositioned to restore youthful contours
- Excess skin is trimmed and re-draped without excessive tension
- Incisions are closed with fine sutures or staples, depending on location
Because the deeper tissues—not just the skin—are moved, the face appears smoothly refreshed rather than simply tightened. Dr. Jordan will review anesthesia choices, surgical steps, and expected timing during your preoperative visit.
What Is Recovery Like After a Deep Plane Facelift?
Recovering from a deep plane facelift is a vital part of achieving an excellent outcome. While every patient heals at their own pace, you can expect some common milestones in the days and weeks after surgery.
In general, after a deep plane facelift:
- Bruising and swelling are most noticeable in the first 1 to 2 weeks and then gradually fade
- Most patients plan to take about 2 weeks away from public-facing work or events
- Mild tightness, numbness, or fullness can persist for several weeks as tissues heal
- Final refinements in contour and scar maturation continue for several months
We will give you detailed post-operative instructions covering head elevation, activity restrictions, incision care, and follow-up visits at Faces, PLLC. Following these guidelines closely and attending scheduled check-ins with Dr. Jordan helps support a smooth and predictable recovery.
How Long Do Deep Plane Facelift Results Last?
One of the primary benefits of a deep plane facelift is its durability. Results typically last significantly longer than more superficial lifts because the deep plane facelift repositions the deeper structural layers rather than just the skin. Many patients enjoy a refreshed appearance for a decade or more, though the exact duration varies with age, skin quality, and lifestyle.
Your deep plane facelift will not stop the natural aging process, but you can expect to look younger and more rested than you would have without surgery, even years later. Maintaining a stable weight, protecting your skin from sun exposure, and following a good skincare routine—combined with nonsurgical treatments available at Faces, PLLC—can help preserve your outcome.
Can a Deep Plane Facelift Be Combined with Other Procedures?
For comprehensive facial rejuvenation, Dr. Jordan can combine a deep plane facelift with other facial procedures, depending on your overall aesthetic goal.. Because aging affects the entire face and neck, enhancing more than one area can create a smoother, more harmonious result.
Dr. Jordan will discuss which additional procedures, if any, may complement your deep plane facelift during your facial plastic surgery consultation.
Deep Plane Facelift FAQs
A standard facelift focuses on tightening the SMAS and removing excess skin to improve the jawline and neck, which can be very effective for many patients. A deep plane facelift goes one step further by working beneath the SMAS to release and lift deeper tissues in the midface and jowl area, creating more powerful and longer-lasting improvement, especially around the cheeks and folds near the mouth. Dr. Jordan will discuss the most beneficial approach during your facelift consultation.
There is no strict age cutoff, but most deep plane facelift patients are experiencing moderate to more advanced signs of aging, often in their 40s, 50s, or 60s. The best way to determine candidacy is through an in-person evaluation at Faces, PLLC, where Dr. Jordan will assess your skin elasticity, facial structure, overall health, and goals.
The goal of a deep plane facelift at Faces, PLLC, is to help you look like a younger, more rested version of yourself—not to change your fundamental features. Because the deeper support layers are repositioned and the skin is re-draped without excessive tension, results tend to look smooth, balanced, and natural rather than “pulled” or overdone.
All surgery carries some risk, including bleeding, infection, scar concerns, nerve injury, and prolonged swelling or numbness. The deep plane technique requires a high level of expertise because it works close to important facial nerves. Choosing an experienced, board-certified facial plastic surgery practice like Dr. Jordan and closely following pre- and post-operative instructions helps minimize these risks and supports a safe recovery.
Most patients can return to light, non-strenuous activities within about a week but prefer to wait 10 to 14 days before attending social events or going back to public-facing work. Bruising and swelling gradually improve over several weeks, and subtle refinements continue for months. The surgical team at Faces, PLLC, will provide a personalized recovery timeline and will let you know when it is safe to resume exercise, travel, and other activities.
Many patients enjoy the benefits of a deep plane facelift for 10 years or more, but aging continues, and some individuals may choose a secondary facelift or minor touch-up procedure later in life. Maintaining your results with nonsurgical treatments, such as injectables and skincare, can extend the time before additional surgery is desired.
Dr. J. Randall Jordan is a double-board certified facial plastic surgeon with over 30 years of experience, who focuses exclusively on the face and neck. Serving Jackson, Ridgeland, and the surrounding Mississippi communities, his practice offers advanced facelift techniques, including deep plane facelift. Dr. Jordan and his team of aesthetic experts focus on natural results and a patient-centered experience built on safety, education, and trust.
To learn whether a deep plane facelift is the right choice for you, schedule your consultation with Dr. Jordan and his team.
