[Hinews] [Physician's Column] By Ji-won Lee, MD, Braun Plastic Surgery

As the years pass, sagging facial contours and loss of skin elasticity significantly impact appearance. In response, interest in facial rejuvenation procedures has surged across all age groups. While non-surgical treatments offer temporary results, more people are opting for facelift surgeries, which provide fundamental and long-lasting improvements.

Korean faces, in particular, tend to exhibit structural changes with aging, such as sagging cheeks or jawline collapse, rather than just fine wrinkles. For these age-related characteristics, the 'Deep Plane' facelift provides a natural and effective solution, offering more pronounced and longer-lasting results.

Unlike traditional facelifts that mainly tighten the skin’s surface, the Deep Plane facelift repositions the deeper superficial musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) layer together with the skin. This dual-layer approach achieves a stronger lifting effect and longer-lasting results. It is particularly effective for addressing concerns like nasolabial folds, jawline sagging, and volume loss in the midface, creating a natural and three-dimensional improvement.

Dr. Ji-won Lee of Braun Plastic Surgery
Dr. Ji-won Lee of Braun Plastic Surgery


The cornerstone of the Deep Plane facelift is the precise release of retaining ligaments. These connective tissues anchor the facial soft tissues, extending from the cheekbones to the cheeks, jawline, and even the neck. Accurate dissection or selective release of these ligaments allows the skin and SMAS layer to reposition naturally and effectively. Inadequate handling of these ligaments can limit the procedure’s effectiveness or lead to suboptimal outcomes.

The face is a complex and delicate region, densely packed with facial nerves and major blood vessels. A tailored approach, accounting for individual anatomical structures, skin thickness, and muscle development, is critical. Thorough consultation with an experienced specialist, precise diagnosis, and a customized surgical plan are essential for success.

The Deep Plane facelift goes beyond tightening the skin—it anatomically repositions deeper facial structures, requiring meticulous surgical precision. This requires meticulous precision. With accurate diagnosis and a personalized surgical plan, the procedure aims to enhance outcomes while preserving natural facial expressions and maintaining long-term elasticity.

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