DEEP PLANE RESTORATION FACE & NECK LIFT – CHICAGO, IL | FACIAL REJUVENATION SPECIALIST
The Deep Plane Restoration Face and Neck Lift is a highly advanced facial plastic surgery procedure that focuses on lifting and repositioning the deeper layers of facial tissue — not just the skin — for a naturally youthful look.
This technique addresses sagging cheeks, jowls, and loose skin around the neck by carefully releasing and lifting the SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) layer beneath the surface. The result is a smoother, more defined facial contour that avoids the “tight” or overdone appearance of older facelift methods.
This procedure is ideal for patients looking to reverse moderate to advanced signs of aging in the face and neck — while maintaining natural expressions and balance in facial features.
Our plastic surgery team performs deep plane facelift and neck lift procedures in Chicago, Barrington, Oak Brook, and Orland Park, helping patients restore confidence with long-lasting, natural results.
We specialize in deep structural facial rejuvenation.
Our Vectra 3d imaging specialists in advanced vectra 3d imaging clinics perform vectra 3d imaging in Chicago, Barrington, Oak Brook, Orland Park.
Procedure Options
There are several different surgical procedure that the VECTRA can be used to plan for, including procedures on the face, body and breast. It can also be a good tool to help predict the results of BOTOX Cosmetic or Juvederm. Patients can get a good visual of what their outcome will be for:
Dr. Dhaval Patel is an accomplished Double Board Certified Aesthetic & Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon, who is skillful enough to restore your youthfulness which has been lost with the effects of aging & gravity. He is the man behind the famous Chicago Institute of Plastic Surgery.
recovery timeline
- Days Off Work: 14 to 21 days
- Surgery Duration: 3 to 5 hours
- Movement: Light movement after the first few days
- Take a Shower: Typically after 48 hours, as advised
- Social Visibility: Around 2 weeks (depending on bruising/swelling)
- Resume Light Activity: 2 to 3 weeks
- Resume Workout: 4 to 6 weeks post-surgery
- Final Results: Begin to show by 3 months, full results by 6 months
- Long-Term Healing: Up to 12 months for tissues to fully settle
Recovery may vary from patient to patient. Always follow your surgeon’s advice and talk to your care team as you recover.
have a question?
Quick answers to questions you may have
Will I look “overdone” or too tight after the surgery?
No — this lift works on deeper tissues, so results look natural, not stretched.
How long does the recovery take?
Most people take 10–14 days to feel ready for normal activities. Swelling goes down in a few weeks.
Am I too young or too old for a deep plane facelift?
It depends more on your skin and facial aging than your age. If you have sagging in the cheeks or neck, it could be a good option.
Procedure Options
There are several different surgical procedure that the VECTRA can be used to plan for, including procedures on the face, body and breast. It can also be a good tool to help predict the results of BOTOX Cosmetic or Juvederm. Patients can get a good visual of what their outcome will be for:
Dr. Dhaval Patel is an accomplished Double Board Certified Aesthetic & Reconstructive Plastic Surgeon, who is skillful enough to restore your youthfulness which has been lost with the effects of aging & gravity. He is the man behind the famous Chicago Institute of Plastic Surgery.
