Combining Deep Plane Facelifts with Non-Surgical Treatments for Comprehensive Rejuvenation

The deep plane facelift is a cosmetic surgery technique that lifts not only the skin and upper facial layers but also the deeper structural layers of the face, including the SMAS and the ligaments that support facial contours. The result is a much more natural-looking lift that restores youthful volume and contour without an overly pulled or too-tight appearance.

But even a beautifully performed deep plane facelift doesn’t address every aspect of facial aging. It won’t improve the surface of the skin, erase dynamic wrinkles, or fully replenish volume in specific areas like the lips or temples. That’s where the power of combining surgical and non-surgical treatments comes in. By seamlessly blending your facelift with complementary aesthetic therapies like Botox, fillers, and skin resurfacing, you can enhance and extend your deep plane facelift results in a way that’s customized, refined, and innovative.

What Non-Surgical Treatments Can Add to Surgical Results

One of the most effective ways to enhance and prolong your facelift results is to incorporate non-surgical treatments either as part of a post-op maintenance plan or to refine your results once surgical healing is complete.

There are a few different options that can be used. Botox is a great choice for softening dynamic lines and preventing new wrinkles from forming. Dermal fillers might be used for restoring subtle volume in areas the facelift doesn’t always address directly, such as the lips, temples, or tear troughs. Skin resurfacing treatments can address skin tone, texture, and pigmentation.

Each of these treatments works to address a different layer of the aging process. While surgery repositions the deeper tissues, non-surgical techniques work more on the surface to refine smaller details. Used together, they create a comprehensive, cohesive result that looks fresh, vibrant, and not overdone.

Botox After a Facelift: Maintenance, Not Overcorrection

After a facelift, you will continue to use your facial muscles for smiling, squinting, raising your eyebrows, and other movements which are ultimately the cause of dynamic wrinkles. This means expression lines can still form over time. Botox works to relax the muscles that cause dynamic wrinkles, helping you maintain a smoother, more youthful appearance long after your facelift.

Fillers After a Facelift: Refinement and Contour

While a deep plane facelift is an incredible option for lifting and tightening, it may not restore the ideal amount of volume to certain areas, which is a key part of youthful rejuvenation. Strategically placed dermal fillers can restore fullness and enhance contour in targeted areas like hollow temples, tear troughs, nasolabial folds, and the lips. This is especially helpful if you had filler in the past, but it was dissolved prior to surgery.

Your surgeon might wait a few months after surgery to reassess and introduce small amounts of filler to fine-tune your results. Used with precision by an expert, post-facelift fillers can complement your surgical results and help you maintain youthful definition for years.

Skin Treatments for Radiance and Texture

Non-invasive skin treatments work at the surface level to improve fine lines and texture, pigmentation, sun damage, dullness, or uneven tone. Once your incisions are fully healed, these treatments can safely be introduced to enhance your overall skin quality. The better your skin looks and feels, the more vibrant your surgical results tend to appear.

The Benefits Of A Layered Rejuvenation Approach

Combining surgical and non-surgical treatments allows for complete facial rejuvenation that addresses every layer of aging. While a deep plane facelift addresses the big-picture issues like sagging, deep jowls, or skin laxity, injectables, and skin treatments can contribute to correcting the finer details like expression lines, skin quality, and subtle contouring. A dual approach not only creates a more balanced, natural-looking result but also helps your outcome last longer.

Why Expertise Matters When Combining Treatments

Not every plastic surgeon, injector, or skincare provider understands how to blend surgical intervention with injections or other non-surgical rejuvenation techniques. That’s why it’s so important to start with a board-certified plastic surgeon who can guide both your surgical and non-surgical plan with expertise. Overfilling, misplacing volume, or resurfacing too soon can compromise results and lead to an unnatural look. A skilled aesthetic surgeon will assess your facial anatomy, surgery results, and overall goals to recommend a customized rejuvenation plan that’s tailored specifically to you.

Ready For A Custom Rejuvenation Plan?

If you want to learn more about how a deep plane facelift can shine alongside Botox, fillers, or skin treatments, the best place to start is with a consultation. Book yours today with board-certified Florida plastic surgeon Dr. Jose Rodríguez-Feliz. Restore youthful contours, smooth lines, and boost your skin’s radiance along with your confidence level.