SMAS (deep plane) facelift surgery

A face is a person's business card, which reflects all the years spent, fatigue, and stress. Complete facelifting, so-called SMAS surgery returns the patient to the former face and neck contours and stops aging. The technique does not lead to distortion of features or a feeling of "overstrain. " The result can be enjoyed for 10-20 years. A Superficial Muscle-Aponeurotic System (SMAS) starts from the ears, occupies almost the entire cheek area, then passes to the neck area. Manipulations with the SMAS layer not only get rid of wrinkles but also strengthen the muscular frame of the face and return it to its original relief. The operation is performed under general anesthesia and usually lasts about 3 hours. The work is carried out under the control of an endoscope to avoid the risk of damage to nerves and blood vessels. First, the doctor makes a long incision along the pre-planned lines from the hair area at the temple to the lower part behind the ear. After that, the facial muscles and the fat layer are tightened separately from the skin, which is fixed in a new position. Then excess tissues (skin, fatty tissue) are removed, a new relief is formed, the tissues are fixed and straightened, and cosmetic stitches are applied. After surgery, patients stay in the hospital for several days to prevent postoperative complications.