A rested version of you.

The deep plane facelift repositions the deeper layers of the face, not just the skin — longer-lasting, natural results without the pulled look. Dr. Lam is recognized as a facelift innovator.

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SurgeonSamuel M. Lam, MD

Experience25+ years · est. 2000

Documented6,000+ results

Rating★★★★★ 4.6 · 267 reviews

What is a deep plane facelift?

Lift the deeper layer, not the skin

The deep plane facelift repositions the underlying muscle layer (SMAS) and skin as one unit, restoring the face to where it sat years earlier. Because tension is carried by deeper tissue rather than stretched skin, the result looks like a rested version of you — not a tight, windswept mask.

Dr. Lam performs facelift and necklift together when the neck needs it, and pairs the lift with eyelid surgery, fat grafting, or a brow lift for full-face balance.

Who it's for

When the face starts to sit differently

The signs

A heavy jawline and developing jowls
Loose neck skin and a less defined neck
A face that looks tired even when you aren't

The technique

Deep layer repositioned and secured — skin redrapes naturally
Results typically outlast skin-only lifts — often a decade or more
Recognized as a facelift innovator

Combined surgery

Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty)
Facial fat grafting for volume
Brow lift for full-face balance

The process

Step by step

01
Consultation
Face and neck analysis, and a discussion of what bothers you and what you want to change.
02
Deep plane lift
The deep layer is repositioned and secured — the skin redrapes naturally.
03
Recovery
Swelling and bruising settle over 2–3 weeks; the lifted result reads immediately.
04
Longevity
Deep-plane results typically last a decade or more.

Real results

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In the clinic

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FAQ

Common questions

What makes a deep plane facelift different?

It lifts the deeper facial layer as one unit instead of pulling the skin tight. The result is more natural and typically lasts longer.

Will I look "done"?

No. The goal is a rested version of you. Done well, people notice you look better — not that you had work done.

Can I combine it with other procedures?

Yes — eyelid surgery, fat grafting, and brow lift are commonly combined for full-face balance.

How long does recovery take?

You can be presentable in about 2 weeks; most swelling and bruising settle by 3 weeks, with the result maturing over months.

Schedule your consultation.

A face and neck analysis, honest candidacy, and a plan built around what you want to change — combined surgery included.

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