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Facial aging affects far more than the skin alone. Over time, deeper facial tissues descend, creating jowls, deep folds around the mouth, loss of jawline definition, and neck laxity. The Extended Deep Plane Facelift addresses these underlying structural changes to restore a naturally youthful appearance.
Using an advanced Preservation Lift Technique, Dr. Malek repositions the deeper facial structures while preserving key anatomical connections whenever possible. This sophisticated approach is designed to achieve elegant, long-lasting rejuvenation without creating an over-pulled or artificial appearance.
30-45 min
Minimal
One of the most noticeable signs of aging occurs when facial fat pads and supportive tissues gradually descend. This creates heaviness in the lower face, prominent jowls, deep nasolabial folds, and loss of definition along the jawline.
The Extended Deep Plane Facelift addresses these concerns at their source by repositioning the deeper facial layers rather than simply tightening the skin. By utilizing preservation principles that minimize unnecessary tissue disruption, patients benefit from natural-looking rejuvenation while maintaining authentic facial expression and movement.
An Extended Deep Plane Facelift is an advanced facial rejuvenation procedure that works beneath the superficial muscular layer of the face (SMAS). Unlike traditional facelifts that primarily tighten skin, this technique releases key retaining ligaments and elevates the facial soft tissues as a unified structure.
The preservation approach further refines the procedure by maintaining important tissue attachments whenever possible, reducing trauma and allowing for more natural repositioning of facial volume. The result is a refreshed appearance that looks like a younger version of yourself rather than someone who has had surgery.
Following surgery, patients can expect swelling and bruising that gradually improve during the first several weeks. Most patients begin feeling comfortable returning to social activities within two to three weeks, although individual recovery times vary.
As healing progresses, facial contours continue to refine and soften. The final result reveals a smoother jawline, elevated cheeks, improved neck definition, and a more youthful facial appearance while preserving natural movement and expression.
Ideal candidates are men and women experiencing moderate to advanced facial aging, including jowls, sagging cheeks, deep facial folds, or neck laxity. Candidates should be in good overall health, maintain realistic expectations, and desire comprehensive facial rejuvenation rather than temporary improvements.
Many patients seeking a Deep Plane Facelift are looking for results that appear natural, elegant, and long-lasting without the stretched appearance often associated with older facelift techniques.
An Extended Deep Plane Facelift is frequently combined with complementary facial rejuvenation procedures to create comprehensive results. Depending on individual goals, patients may benefit from eyelid surgery, brow lift surgery, facial fat grafting, neck contouring, laser skin resurfacing, or other facial enhancement procedures.
During your consultation, Dr. Malek will create a customized treatment plan designed around your anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Facial rejuvenation requires a detailed understanding of facial anatomy, aging patterns, and surgical artistry. Dr. Marc Malek combines advanced surgical training with a personalized approach to help patients achieve refined, natural-looking outcomes.
By incorporating modern deep plane techniques and preservation-based principles, Dr. Malek focuses on restoring youthful facial contours while maintaining each patient’s unique facial character. Every treatment plan is tailored to deliver results that look refreshed, balanced, and authentically you.
PATIENT EDUCATION
A board-certified plastic surgeon has dedicated an average of sixteen years to advanced medical education and training – just the first step in achieving board certification as a plastic surgeon. Once the entire education and residency are completed, to become certified requires a lengthy and comprehensive two-day oral and written examination to evaluate scope of knowledge and understanding, ethical standing, and the physician’s approach to patient health and safety.
Many other medical professionals offer cosmetic procedures, including MDs – who may market their practice as a “cosmetic surgery” practice, but have not undergone the extensive specialty training of a board certified plastic surgeon. If you are planning a cosmetic procedure, qualifications matter – in a big way. You want a result that you love, not a disaster that requires revision surgery. Dr. Malek, a board-certified plastic surgeon, is often called upon to repair poorly performed cosmetic surgeries. Always check for board certification as a plastic and reconstructive surgeon if you are planning a cosmetic procedure.
During training, a plastic surgeon is working full time, and spends about 3,000 hours of hands-on practice under the training and supervision of a senior, certified plastic surgeon who is overseeing all of their work. One indicator of lack of board certification as a plastic surgeon who offers a “cut-rate” deal, but as the saying goes, you get what you pay for.Another indicator is that the medical professional offering cosmetic services who is not a board certified plastic surgeon will not have hospital privileges – almost all hospitals require plastic surgery procedures that are performed at their facility to be board certified reconstructive and plastic surgeons. Board certification is only awarded by the American Board of Plastic Surgery – no other group or entity with a similar-sounding name.
Surgeons who have completed the required residency for plastic and reconstructive surgery have the experience, knowledge, and surgical techniques to perform the most complex surgical procedures, including:FaceliftsNose jobs (rhinoplasty)Eyelid surgeryBrow liftBody liftTummy tuckArm liftBreast augmentationBreast liftBreast reductionBreast revisionBreast reconstruction
Unfortunately, there are many medical “boards,” and an MD can present themselves as a “plastic surgeon,” but have not gone through the extensive education and training of an actual board-certified plastic surgeon. You have the right to know the certification of a medical professional who offers a surgical procedure – just ask.Many other medical professionals offer cosmetic procedures, including MDs – who may market their practice as a “cosmetic surgery” practice, but have not undergone the extensive specialty training of a board certified plastic surgeon. If you are planning a cosmetic procedure, qualifications matter – in a big way. You want a result that you love, not a disaster that requires revision surgery. Dr. Malek, a board-certified plastic surgeon, is often called upon to repair poorly performed cosmetic surgeries. Always check for board certification as a plastic and reconstructive surgeon if you are planning a cosmetic procedure.
For a better understanding of the certification of a physician, the basics are as follows:A licensed MD has been educated in some surgical techniques, but not even close to the extent of the training required to achieve board certification as a plastic surgeon.A board-certified cosmetic surgeon is significantly different than a board certified plastic surgeon. Certification from the American Board of Medical Specialties does not issue certificates for “cosmetic surgery.” However, an MD is not violating the law by calling him or herself a “cosmetic surgeon.” The question is, does he or she have the experience, knowledge, and advanced techniques that will produce an excellent result?
Dr. Malek is an accomplished plastic surgeon who is known for his artistry and ability to create an aesthetic outcome in advanced cosmetic surgical procedures. He has dedicated his professional career – and years of his life in education and training – to achieving the highest quality possible in plastic surgery for face, breast, and body. You can trust Dr. Malek to focus on health and safety, and to perform your procedure correctly and with utmost attention to detail.
