What are the pros and cons of having the deep plane facelift and the pros and cons of the SMAS facelift. With 4 consultations 1 suggests the deep plane and 3 suggest the SMAS.
July 5, 2022
Answer: SMAS lift versus Deep plane facelift The deep plane facelift is the most powerful technique for facial rejuvenation. By releasing the cutaneous ligaments it allows the surgeon to reposition your deep facial tissues in a vertical vector fashion. SMAS lifting by definition is not as aggressive of a surgery and therefore doesn't have the same results as a deep plane facelift. At the end of the day, it is important to consult with board-certified surgeons, to get an understanding for their aesthetic and look at their surgical outcomes. Have a frank discussion about your anatomy and your surgical goals and then make a decision. I would not base a decision on the specific technique. I hope this helps answer your question.
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July 5, 2022
Answer: SMAS lift versus Deep plane facelift The deep plane facelift is the most powerful technique for facial rejuvenation. By releasing the cutaneous ligaments it allows the surgeon to reposition your deep facial tissues in a vertical vector fashion. SMAS lifting by definition is not as aggressive of a surgery and therefore doesn't have the same results as a deep plane facelift. At the end of the day, it is important to consult with board-certified surgeons, to get an understanding for their aesthetic and look at their surgical outcomes. Have a frank discussion about your anatomy and your surgical goals and then make a decision. I would not base a decision on the specific technique. I hope this helps answer your question.
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November 18, 2018
Answer: Deep Plane Facelift or SMAS Lift Whether to choose a deep plane facelift or a SMAS lift depends on your anatomy and the extent of the aging process, the goals that you and your surgeon have in mind, and the extent of risk you are willing to take to achieve those goals. The deep plane facelift is the best technique to lift excessively sagging or redundant tissue and if you are an appropriate candidate for it, a SMAS lift would not provide as good of results. The deep plane facelift is a longer procedure, requires more technical skill, has a higher risk of complication, and has a slightly longer healing period. I would recommend finding a surgeon who is comfortable performing both, whom you have formed a good relationship with, and have a longer discussion about the pros and cons of each. The choice in the end is going to depend on which procedure is best for you personally, not better in general. I hope this helped, good luck!!
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November 18, 2018
Answer: Deep Plane Facelift or SMAS Lift Whether to choose a deep plane facelift or a SMAS lift depends on your anatomy and the extent of the aging process, the goals that you and your surgeon have in mind, and the extent of risk you are willing to take to achieve those goals. The deep plane facelift is the best technique to lift excessively sagging or redundant tissue and if you are an appropriate candidate for it, a SMAS lift would not provide as good of results. The deep plane facelift is a longer procedure, requires more technical skill, has a higher risk of complication, and has a slightly longer healing period. I would recommend finding a surgeon who is comfortable performing both, whom you have formed a good relationship with, and have a longer discussion about the pros and cons of each. The choice in the end is going to depend on which procedure is best for you personally, not better in general. I hope this helped, good luck!!
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