Deep Plane Facelift & Neck Lift Before and After 49 year old woman
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The Patient's Goals
Flying to Istanbul from Canada, this 49-year-old patient sought a solution for what she described as “the gravity effect.” Despite maintaining a healthy lifestyle, she felt her face was descending, creating a mismatch between her youthful energy and her reflection in the mirror.
During her comprehensive consultation, she identified three specific areas that made her look perpetually tired:
- Loss of Mid-Face Volume: Her cheeks had flattened and descended, deepening the nasolabial folds and contributing to a “heavy” look around the mouth.
- Jowl Formation: The definition of her jawline—once a prominent feature—was being obscured by sagging skin and tissue settling in the lower face.
- Neck Laxity: She noticed the beginning of loose skin and banding in the neck area, which she felt aged her profile significantly.
Her directive to the surgical team was precise: She wanted to reclaim the structural definition she had in her 30s. As a professional, she needed a result that was strictly natural and subtle—she wanted to look “well-rested,” not “surgically altered.”
Surgeon's Expert Approach
For a patient in her late 40s with this specific pattern of facial descent, a traditional skin-only facelift would have resulted in a “pulled” look without addressing the root cause. The surgical team determined that the issue wasn’t just loose skin, but the downward shift of the underlying facial ligaments and fat pads.
To achieve this beautifully natural 3-month result, a Deep Plane Face & Neck Lift was performed:
- Vertical Ligament Release: By operating under the SMAS (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System) layer, the surgeon released the retaining ligaments of the face. This allowed for the mid-face and cheek fat pads to be lifted vertically back to their youthful position. This restored the “triangle of youth” and volumized the cheeks naturally, without the need for fillers or implants.
- Jawline Definition: The deep plane technique is uniquely effective for correcting early jowling. By repositioning the fallen muscle and fat as a composite unit, the surgeon re-sculpted a sharp, crisp jawline that frames the face perfectly.
- Neck Contouring: A concurrent neck lift was performed to tighten the platysma muscles and remove excess skin, creating a smooth, elegant transition from the chin to the décolletage.
As seen in the ‘After’ photos, the outcome is a revitalized version of the patient. The scars are meticulously hidden, the ears sit naturally (no “pixie ear” deformity), and the signs of fatigue have been replaced by a fresh, vibrant appearance.
The Results: A Detailed View
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Hear directly from our patients about their experience with the AKM Clinic team.
Barbara United Kingdom
It has been 4 months since my surgery. Everything is great, The most important thing is l love the way l look, l look exactly how l wanted. Meaning l look natural, just almost 40 years younger. I pulled Facebook - majority voted 37ys. I also had face, neck, chest, and hands CO2 laser. My skin is flawless.
Jakayla USA
Had a deep plane facelift and lower eyelid procedure at AKM Clinic 7 months ago. The results are fantastic - very subtle and natural. I didn’t expect the entire experience to be so comfortable. Hande managed everything and kept in contact even after I returned to USA. I’m beyond pleased with the outcome and the care I received. Would do it again in a heartbeat!
Ava Canada
Thank you AKM Clinic for giving me my confidence back! Had facelift + temporal lift 3 months ago and the outcome is already stunning. Special thanks to Hande!
Julie USA
I am beyond grateful I went with AKM Clinic for my deep plane face and neck lift, upper eyelid, and co2 laser. Dr. Akif has magic hands and my results are truly incredible! I came from the US and assistant Emine was the best in assuring every detail was coordinated and communicated with me beyond my expectations every step of the way. 10 out of 10 to the entire team! I couldn’t be more pleased!
Jammal Canada
I have had face and neck lift with AKM Clinic they have been so good to me and my operation went so smoothly🥰 i would like to thank my doctor here and also to the team 💐
Lisa Canada
I had a face, neck and arm lift at AKM. I’m just over 4 weeks post and couldn’t be happier with the results. The entire experience was wonderful! My coordinator, Khadija made me feel comfortable from beginning to end! I highly recommend AKM and will definitely go back for other procedures!
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#1: Get Your Free Personalised Quote
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Arrive at Istanbul Airport (IST) and be greeted by your private driver. Settle into your hotel and prepare for your in-person consultation, where you'll meet your specialist surgeon to finalise the details for your "natural, subtle, and revitalized" new look.
