SMAS vs Deep Plane Facelift: What You Need to Know | Philadelphia Facelift Surgeon Dr. Claytor

In this video Dr. Claytor explains the deep plane facelift procedure and how it can improve a patient's appearance. He shows before and after photos of a patient who was concerned about her sagging jowls and neck. Dr. Claytor emphasizes that the goal of the procedure is to rejuvenate the patient's natural appearance rather than change it, while drawing on dry erase board to explain facial descent as a natural part of aging that causes the face to droop downwards.

The deep plane facelift procedure involves making small incisions hidden along the ear and hairline, then lifting the tissue underneath the skin layer and removing retaining ligaments to release them. Dr. Claytor stresses that the procedure is technically challenging due to the delicate facial nerves that run close to the retaining ligaments. By releasing these ligaments, the entire area becomes more mobile and can be repositioned with sutures to elevate it superiorly, creating a youthful appearance. Dr. Claytor explains the difference between a SMAS plication and a deep plane facelift, noting that a deep plane facelift provides a more sustainable and dramatic lift due to the ability to release the deep retaining ligaments.

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[saffloweroyl]

I had a deep plane procedure in 1996 as I was melting. Now im 70 and are routinely taken for someone in their 40s.

[lyudmila]

The best explanation of the deep plane facelift on YouTube!

[debiscarola]

Thank you so much. I have a deep plane face lift in 2 weeks. This helped a lot. I am a nurse and this was educating without scaring the crap out of me....

[alicem]

Finally an honest and truthful explanation that means a truthful and reliable surgeon!

[garytafolla]

I just wish these videos would talk about the swelling and numbness that occurs with a deep plain facelift. I had a deep plain face and necklift on April 11th, 2024, and I'm almost completely numb in my face and neck. Most of my swelling has dissipated, but I'm still extremely swollen in front of my ears, below my earlobes and down my jawline, especially at the back of my jaw, and beneath my chin. I'm in my 7th week post-op now and feel that I should see this swelling going down some each day, but the swelling never goes away. I feel that there is something going on with the glands around my ears and under my jawline, but my surgeon keeps saying that this is normal. It may be normal for him, but it's not for me. I still can't turn my head from side to side, and this is very troubling. In my initial consultation, I was told that I'd be driving in 2 weeks post-op, and I'd be fully recovered and back to lifting weight at 6 weeks post-op. None of that is true. After my surgery, the recovery story completely changed. I'm a man and I have to say that the recovery process is much worse than my surgeon described to me before my surgery. I don't appreciate my surgeon sugar coating the recovery process. Had I known what I was in for, I would have opted to not have the surgery. Doctors need to warn their patients of "facelift depression." It's a real thing. Look it up. Facelift Depression starts at the end of the first week post-op and continues for weeks. This is not fun at all, and you have no control over it. I'm not a depressed person, but this procedure really took its toll on my mental state. My advise to anyone who is thinking about having a face and necklift, make sure that the doctor that you chose spends time with you and doesn't make you feel rushed, like mine did. If a doctor doesn't have time to spend with you and give you his undivided attention, then that doctor is not the doctor for you. Remember, this is all about you, not your surgeon. Chose your doctor wisely, as you should have a good relationship after your surgery. Your doctor should be available to you to answer questions that may arise after your surgery. My doctor acted as if he was too busy to answer my questions before and after my surgery. I should have paid attention to the red flags. If you chose to have this procedure, just be prepared for a lengthy recovery.

[PhillyJawnNative]

This amazing doc did my neck lift. Best bedside manner EVER!

[StMac-qojk]

Thank you very much for the VERY CLEAR explanation of deep plane facelift. More power to you my good doctor!

[Xtiandemedici]

I’m curious…. Once you release the retaining ligaments, how do you insure the sutures will hold? In other words, what is the likelihood of the sutures failing in its new position? Thank you for the amazing explanation!!!

[michelleanderson]

I love this thank you. I am a medical massage therapist. And licensed esthetician the face has always been my interest. I do massage & lymphatic drainage pre-op and post-op for people who have plastic/cosmetic surgeries. I do have to say the face is my favorite to work with. I just want to say I appreciate you and explaining the different face lifts. The anatomy of the face for facelift surgery. Your awesome! But you already know that! 🥰

[carolinewade]

First explanation that gives facts and not marketing fluff

[thomasriyadi]

Best explanation between smas and deep plane 👍

[jennyprn]

LOVE this! I'm saving this video so I can watch it over and over. Thank you for this presentation. I'm a visual learner. This was perfect! I want this done so bad. Im saving my coins now. 🙏🏼👍

[lexismart]

Thank you so much for the meticulous and helpful explanation of the diifference between SMAS and Deep Plane procedures.

[jenA]

That was the best explanation I've seen. Thank you so much for making this information available.

[kh]

Thank you for all that explanation, , you made it so clear for me I will save this video to watch again and again and, , I will have deep facelift with this two months

[shathaalghamdi]

Thank you soo much professor! i'm prepping for my board exam and this video has answered so many qs and not just that but it helped me digest and memorize all the differences between these 2 techniques. Bless You!

[ArturoMenchacaMD]

Dr. Claytor
Excellent explication of not only the anatomy but the reasons of superficial and deep plane facelift

thank you

[browdesignsbyjulia]

This is amazing …… I just had a deep plane facelift exactly how you explained here. Thank you for this vid

[adrianasodupe]

Thank you very much from Barcelona for this priceless explanation of the difference between these techniques.

[AdrianaTorrado-ku]

Thank you ver much from Barcelona for this priceless explanation of these two different techniques.