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Deep Plane Facelift at Brobst Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics

Time softens the cheeks, blurs the jawline, and adds weight beneath the chin. If you’re starting to see those changes in the mirror, a deep plane facelift offers a way back—restoring support where it’s needed while keeping your expressions and personality intact.

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Patients from McKinney, Stonebridge Ranch, Craig Ranch, and the Historic Downtown Square come to Brobst Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics for one reason: natural results that still look like you. Led by Robert “Bo” Brobst, MD, FACS—a dual board-certified, fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon—our practice focuses only on the face and neck. That singular focus matters. It means a deep understanding of facial anatomy and balance shapes your consultation, planning, and surgery. You’ll never feel rushed. You will feel heard.

Under the Surface, Where It Counts

What is a Deep Plane Facelift?

A deep plane facelift repositions the structures beneath the skin—the SMAS and deeper facial ligaments—rather than pulling the skin tight at the surface. By lifting from the foundation, the technique restores cheek projection, sharpens the jawline, and reduces heaviness at the jowls and upper neck. Skin is then redraped without tension, which is why deep plane results look smooth instead of “pulled.”

This approach is especially helpful if you’ve noticed flattened midface contours, soft jowls along the jaw, or banding and fullness under the chin that don’t respond to weight changes. In skilled hands, the change reads as refreshed, not operated.

Deep Plane Facelift in McKinney, TX Plano

Lift Soft. Last Long.

Benefits of a Deep Plane Facelift

Patients choose a deep plane facelift for its staying power and its authentic look. By lifting at the level where laxity begins, the procedure restores cheek support, defines the jawline, and softens deep folds beside the mouth. The neck often improves at the same time, especially when paired with focused neck work. Because the skin isn’t bearing the tension, scars tend to settle nicely and the face moves naturally when you laugh or smile. Most people don’t see “surgery,” they just see you, well rested.

When Fillers Stop Pulling Weight

Am I a Candidate?

Good candidates are healthy adults who want meaningful facial renewal without trading away their character. If you see sagging through the midface, early jowling, or a heavier neck that makes your profile feel older than you are, a deep plane facelift may be the right call. Age isn’t the deciding factor; anatomy and goals are. During your consultation, Dr. Brobst reviews your health history, examines tissue quality and bone support, and helps you decide if deep plane, SMAS, a neck-focused lift, or a smaller in-office approach fits best.

Jowls. Bands. Blur. Corrected.

What Issues Does a Deep Plane Facelift Address?

Midface descent

When the cheek pad drops, the face can look tired even when you’re not. Releasing and lifting the deeper attachments restores that gentle “Ogee” curve through the cheek.

Jowls and a soft jawline

Heaviness along the lower face blunts definition. Structural lifting creates cleaner angles without over-tightening the skin.

Neck fullness and bands

A deep plane approach can be combined with targeted neck work—fat removal, muscle tightening, and skin redraping—for a smoother transition from face to neck.

Deep folds around the mouth

Nasolabial and marionette folds soften as the cheek and lower face are lifted back to better support.

Plan Smart. Proceed Smoothly.

Consultation and Preparation

Your visit starts with a conversation. What you notice, what you want to keep, and what you hope to change. We take photos, review options, and map out a plan that fits your timeline. If you move forward, we’ll help you prepare: adjust medications that raise bleeding risk, set up rides and time off, and gather simple comforts for home like cold packs, a neck pillow, eye drops, and easy meals. The more we plan together, the smoother those first few days feel.

Precision, Not Pull.

The Deep Plane Facelift Procedure

Surgery is performed in the operating room for safety and comfort, typically under general anesthesia. Incisions follow natural curves around the ear and into the hairline. After careful release of the deep ligaments, the SMAS and midface are lifted as a unit, restoring youthful support without surface tension. If the neck needs attention, this is when muscle tightening and focused fat removal happen. Skin is then redraped, trimmed, and closed in layers to help scars settle well. Most procedures take several hours; you’ll go home the same day with a detailed plan and a familiar team to call.

Swelling Leaves. Structure Stays.

Results, Recovery, and Aftercare

Expect tightness more than pain in the first few days. Swelling and bruising peak early, then settle over the next week. We check you the morning after surgery, remove your dressings, and review simple wound care. Most patients feel presentable for errands by the second week; many return to regular routines around that time, saving workouts and heavy lifting for later. As swelling fades, definition improves month by month. The overarching change—fresher cheeks, a crisper jaw, a calmer neck—continues to refine through the first year.

We’ll see you often at first, then space out visits as you heal. Our skin team can build a plan with sunscreen, medical-grade skincare, and occasional treatments to help your results last.

Texas-Bred, Detail-Driven.

Why Choose Dr. Brobst?

Dr. Bo is a face-only surgeon with deep-plane experience and a reputation for restraint. He won’t chase trends. He won’t oversell. He will show you what’s possible, explain it in plain language, and recommend the least invasive path that still meets your goals. Patients from McKinney and across North Texas often say the same thing: he listens, he’s precise, and he stands by the work. That’s the standard here—skill backed by steady follow-through.

Investment Explained

Cost of a Deep Plane Facelift in McKinney

Fees vary based on the scope of surgery, anesthesia, and facility time, as well as any combined procedures like a neck lift, brow lift, or eyelid surgery. You’ll receive an itemized quote after your exam and planning session. We’re happy to discuss payment options, including third-party financing. If you’re weighing timing around life events in McKinney—a wedding at the Cotton Mill, photos on the Square—we’ll help you build a calendar that makes sense.

Schedule Your Deep Plane Facelift Consultation Near McKinney

If you’re ready for a lift that looks like you, just refreshed, come talk with us. Our Plano office is a quick drive from McKinney via 121 or Custer Road, and parking is easy.

Brobst Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics

4800 Hedgcoxe Road, Suite 250 • Plano, TX 75024

Call: (972) 618-2212

Let’s plan a result that fits your face, your calendar, and your life in McKinney.

Deep Plane Facelift Frequently Asked Questions

How is a deep plane facelift different from a SMAS lift?

A SMAS lift tightens and repositions the superficial layer. A deep plane facelift releases the deeper retaining ligaments and lifts the midface and lower face as a unit. That added release often brings more midface support and a softer, more natural look when you smile. The right choice depends on your anatomy; we’ll review both.

How long do results last?

Every face ages at its own pace, but deep plane results tend to hold well because the lift happens at the foundation. Many patients enjoy their improvement for a decade or longer. Skincare, sun habits, and general health all play a role in longevity.

What about scars?

Incisions are placed along natural curves around the ear and within the hairline. Because the skin isn’t under tension, scars usually settle nicely with time. We’ll guide you on care and, if needed, small touch-ups like laser or ointments during follow-ups.

What is recovery like?

Plan on visible swelling and some bruising for the first week, improving steadily thereafter. Most patients resume daily routines by the second week, with exercise and travel pushed a bit later. You’ll have clear instructions, easy wound care, and direct access to our team.

Can I combine a deep plane facelift with other procedures?

Yes. Many patients pair a deep plane facelift with a neck lift, upper or lower blepharoplasty, a brow lift, or skin resurfacing. Combining can streamline recovery and create harmony across the upper, middle, and lower face. We’ll map this out together.

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