Deep Plane Facelift & Neck Lift Before and After44 year old woman
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The Patient's Goals
These photographs deserve a second look at their timestamp: the “after” images were taken just two weeks post-operation. This 44-year-old USA patient had arrived with early but unmistakable structural laxity — a lower face and neck that read “tired” and “heavier” than her actual build — and a preference for the shortest presentable recovery available.
Her deep plane facelift and neck lift before and after doubles as an argument about why this technique recovers the way it does.
Surgeon's Expert Approach
The two-week clarity in her photos is a direct consequence of where the surgery happened:
- Work at depth, calm at the surface: because the deep plane technique repositions the structural layer and leaves the skin tension-free, the surface tissue is spared the trauma that prolongs visible recovery in tighter techniques.
- SMAS-level correction: her laxity lived in the SMAS and platysma; both were addressed directly, restoring the jaw and neck contour from underneath.
- Early-40s advantage: good tissue quality plus structural technique compounds — less correction needed, faster settling.
What the after photos show: at fourteen days — a defined jawline, a smooth neck, and swelling already unremarkable. The result continued refining over the following months from an already presentable baseline.
Recovery expectations are set honestly, case by case, at photographic assessment via contact.
The Results: A Detailed View
Trusted by Patients Worldwide
Hear directly from our patients about their experience with the AKM Clinic team.
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!
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.
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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