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Types of Facelift Surgery


Facelift types explained: Understanding your options


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The origins of Facelift Surgery

The first publications about facelift surgery date back to the early 20th century. At that time, aging was thought to be primarily about skin sagging, so surgery was limited to pulling the skin tight and removing excess tissue.

The role of SMAS

It wasn’t until the 1970s that the SMAS (Superficial Musculo-Aponeurotic System) was discovered – a layer of fiber and muscle tissue located beneath the skin and subcutaneous cellular tissue.

While it may appear that aging simply causes skin sagging, what actually occurs is a downward shift of the deep facial tissues, particularly the SMAS.

Thanks to this discovery, facelift surgery evolved from simple “skin tightening” to “SMAS lifting”, a tad deeper and quite more effective approach.

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The Retaining Ligaments

However, our understanding of facial anatomy has continued to evolve, along with lifting techniques.

The following step was to understand why the SMAS descends over time.

In 1989, Furnas described the retaining ligaments in his landmark article “The Retaining Ligaments of the cheek” published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. He demostrated the existence of pillar-like structures that support the soft tissues of the face. Over time, these ligaments stretch, allowing gravity to take its toll.

Despite this discovery, most surgeons continued performing what we call “SMAS lifting” (SMAS Lift), using techniques such as SMASectomy or SMAS plication.

Let me break it down for you.

Where to find the retaining ligaments of the face


The SMAS Lift

The SMAS lift involves applying sutures to the SMAS layer (either folding it upon itself or cutting and resuturing a strip), creating tension primarily in the posterior region of the face.

However, because this technique doesn’t address the stretched retaining ligaments (located more anteriorly), tissue descent continues in the anterior facial region, resulting in an unnatural appearance: excessive tension in the posterior portion and laxity in the anterior area.

Diferencia lifting SMAS vs Deep Plane Barcelona Dr Mazarro

The Mini-Facelift

Mini-lifting emerged as a marketing tool. After all, who wouldn’t be attracted to rejuvenation through mini-surgery?

There are primarily two mini-lifting techniques: the MACS Lift and the S-Lift. Both are characterized by a very short incision that barely allows for SMAS tightening.

Obviously, this doesn’t correct the descent of retaining ligaments, resulting in outcomes that are not only subtle but also short-lived.

Remember: MINIlift = MINIresults!

Anatomía facial lifting - MACS Lift - Dr. Mazarro


So is Deep Plane Lifting more effective because it addresses the retaining ligaments?

Exactly.

To achieve effective results, a detailed understanding of facial anatomy is essential.

Anatomically, the face is far more complex than we imagine, but we can think of the retaining ligaments as pillars supporting the face. When these pillars stretch, gravity takes effect, and unwanted sagging appears.

This is why no exercise can effectively combat sagging: it’s caused by ligament elongation, not by loss of facial muscle strength.

Anatomía facial SMAS ligamentos retención lifting tipos Barcelona

When we talk about the Deep Plane, does this mean the surgery is more aggressive?

Quite the opposite.

Although counterintuitive, Deep Plane lifting is actually less aggressive than traditional facelift surgery.

In a traditional facelift, all facial skin is lifted to place sutures in the musculature. However, anatomically, the skin, subcutaneous tissue, and SMAS are three interconnected layers, so surgically separating them generates an intense inflammatory response because tissues that should remain connected are being separated.

In contrast, with Deep Plane lifting, we work in a deep planebeneath the SMAS. This deep plane is what we call a natural gliding plane, containing no blood vessels or adhesions between planes except for the retaining ligaments.

This makes it anatomically much more respectful of natural tissue planes, resulting in less inflammation and less pain during recovery.

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Which type of facelift delivers the best results?

The Deep Plane facelift is the technique that delivers the best results in terms of naturalness, longevity, and patient satisfaction. After more than 9 years dedicated to facial lifting and having tried every technique, I’m absolutely certain of this.

Moreover, in recent years the Deep Plane Facelift has evolved, have you heard about Preservation Facelif?

What are the differences between the various types of facelifts?

Each technique approaches facial aging in completely different ways, which translates to vastly different results in terms of naturalness, longevity, and patient satisfaction.

To help you clearly see the differences, I’ve included a table with a schematic explanation so you can draw your own conclusions.

Aspect Mini Facelift SMAS Facelift Deep Plane Facelift
Result longevity 2–3 years 5–7 years 10–12 years
Natural look Limited Better than mini, but risk of a “tight” look Very natural: repositions without stretching
Recovery time 1 week 2 weeks 2–3 weeks
Visible scars Generally discreet Discreet, but more extended Very well hidden (minimal incision + less dissection)
Medium-term satisfaction Low, often requires touch-ups Moderate, but frequent imbalance between zones High: stable and harmonious result

As you can see in the table, the Deep Plane facelift outperforms other techniques in the most important aspects:

  • Longevity: 10-12 years vs 2-7 years for other techniques
  • Naturalness: Repositions tissues without stretching the skin
  • Satisfaction: High and stable long-term
  • Facial harmony: Balanced results across the entire face
Let’s recap

El Lifting Deep Plane

  • Es la única técnica quirúrgica que trata los ligamentos de retención, restaurando así los tejidos a su posición original.
  • Ofrece resultados mucho más naturales, evitando el aspecto de “cara estirada”
  • Al no aplicar tensión en la piel, las cicatrices son casi imperceptibles, a diferencia de un minilifting
  • Permite corregir los pliegues nasolabiales y los jowls, es decir, la caída de los tejidos más anteriores de la cara.
  • Reposiciona los tejidos en un plano de deslizamiento natural, por lo que es anatómicamente más respetuoso  y menos agresivo que un lifting tradicional.

Still, there’s something essential we’re missing.

Like with any complex surgery, EXPERIENCE is everything.

That’s why I’m providing you with what you need for the best outcome: a specialist with experience.

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Facelift – Before and after

Curious about the results you can achieve with a facelift specialist who has over 9 years of experience?
✓ Sharper, more defined jawline
✓ Natural rejuvenation that looks like you—just refreshed
✓ Smoother nasolabial folds
✓ Elimination of sagging jowls
✓ Tighter neck and jawline definition

All with the peace of mind that comes from trusting a specialist dedicated to helping patients just like you.

Deep Plane Facelift Before and After Results | Dr. Mazarro

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Patient reviews from Google and Doctoralia

  • Inma C.A.

    Google Review

    Tengo 60 años, queria rejuvenecer mi aspecto con naturalidad.
    Me informe de la tecnica quirurgica deep plan.
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    ( en mi caso).
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  • Gail Stanbridge

    Doctoralia

    I discovered Dr. Mazarro through a friend who had her Deep Plane Facelift with him – her results were incredible and I couldn’t even see any scars! During the consultation, he took extensive time explaining how this advanced technique would reposition my facial tissues naturally, rather than just pulling the skin tight. His expertise and warm approach immediately put me at ease.

    The results are exactly what I wanted – I look refreshed and rejuvenated, not ‘done’. What surprised me most was how comfortable the recovery was – just some mild tension for the first few days, and I was able to sleep at home the same night of surgery.

    The cost was significantly lower than what top surgeons charge here in London (about 40% less), yet the level of expertise and care was amazing. The entire experience at Pedralbes Clinic was exceptional, from the initial consultation to the final follow-up.

    Almost one year later, I couldn’t be happier with my decision. Worth every penny and mile travelled!

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    Google Review

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    Google Review

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    Opté por someterme a un lifting cervical/facial y blefaroplastia, y desde la primera consulta donde el dc me aclaro todas mis dudas y me explico al detalle el procedimiento , hasta el último seguimiento me sentí en las mejores manos.
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    La noche anterior a la operación, me mandó un mensajito de apoyo y animo, lo cual me encantó porque estaba muy nerviosa.
    El día de la intervención, de nuevo me transmitió su seguridad y su tranquilidad.
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    Las incisiones, ahora mismo después de 3 meses son totalmente imperceptibles.
    El dc. Mazarro ha superado mis expectativas.
    Se que las reseñas son muy importantes cuando estás buscando un cirujano, yo leí muchas antes de decidirme.
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    Eva

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    Doctoralia

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    Google Review

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    Doctoralia

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    Me dio mucha confianza y seguridad.
    Los resultados han sido mucho mejores de lo previsible.
    Se nota que le apasiona lo que hace porque se entrega para la perfeccion.
    Eso si, el post-operatorio es molesto durante los 12 primeros dias
    ( en mi caso).
    Orgullosa de haberlo encontrado.

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    Google Review

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    Doctoralia

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    Podría mejorar:
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    Doctoralia

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    Doctoralia

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    Google Review

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    Google Review

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    Google Review

    Dr. Alejandro Mazarro , tuve la suerte que me hiciera una intervención la semana pasada , increíble!! su profesionalidad , su trato exquisito , sin hablar de su trabajo 10 sobre 10 , pueden haber en el mundo igual de profesionales , pero mejor lo dudo , un millón de gracias Doctor

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    Google Review

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  • paciente anónimo

    Doctoralia

    Lo mejor:
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    El Doctor tiene unas manos de ángel.

    Podría mejorar:
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    Doctoralia

    Lo mejor:
    Es un doctor fantástico, no solo me he dejado genial, encima como persona encantador.

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    Google Review

    Un 10 de medico! Tanto a nivel profesional como a nivel humano. Lo recomiendo 100%

  • paciente anónimo

    Doctoralia

    Lo mejor:
    El trato personalizado, como llevaron el post del paciente y el cirujano sin dudar excepcional.

    Podría mejorar:
    Nada todo perfecto de principio a fin

  • Patricia S

    Google Review

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    Frequently asked questions about types of facelift

    What is a rhytidectomy?

    It is the scientific term for a facelift — a surgery that tightens the facial tissues to redefine the jawline. There are different techniques that can deliver very different results, so it is essential to get the right information before deciding to move forward with the procedure.

    What are the different types of facelift?

    We can distinguish between the SMAS facelift (traditional) and the Deep Plane facelift. In the SMAS lift, the skin is lifted and sutures are placed to tighten the facial muscles (SMAS plication). In contrast, the Deep Plane facelift requires less skin lifting (therefore less aggressive) and focuses not on pulling the tissues but on repositioning them back to their original location — achieving results that are much more natural.

    Which is the best facelift technique?

    The Deep Plane facelift is the most advanced technique to achieve a natural and long-lasting result. Unlike other approaches such as the SMAS lift, it is anatomically more respectful and the scars are less noticeable.

    Which facelift provides the most natural result?

    The Deep Plane facelift best restores youthful facial structure without altering expression. By acting on the deeper tissues, it avoids the overstretched look that is typical of other techniques.

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    Neck Laxity: Non-Invasive Treatment or Surgery? [2025 Guide]

    Neck Laxity: Non-invasive Treatment or Surgery?

    Ever noticed how time seems to fast-track straight to your neck?

    If so, you’re definitely not alone.

    But here’s the thing—with all the treatment options out there, which one’s actually right for you?

    Recupera la definición de tu cuello


    What can you do about neck sagging?

    The answer to this question depends fundamentally on your starting point, and we’ll distinguish between 2 situations: prevention and treatment.

    Additionally, among treatments we’ll distinguish between non-invasive options (radiofrequency, HIFU…) and surgery (liposuction, Facetite, lifting).

    Want to know which is the best option for you?


    Prevention

    Your neck often gets the short end of the stick because it’s slower to show its age, but it deserves the same treatments as your face when you’re putting together an anti-ageing game plan (think neuromodulators, mesotherapy, skinboosters…).

    Here are your best bets for keeping your neck skin in tip-top shape:

    Cosmeceuticals

    A proper neck prevention protocol requires a cosmeceutical, a quality product with active ingredients of proven efficacy. After testing several products from various commercial brands, there’s one product that stands out well above the competition: Neostrata SkinActive Neck and Décolletage. Due to its high concentration of alpha-hydroxy acids, it’s an excellent dermal stimulator, which translates to slowing down the passage of time on the surface. But remember: it only serves to prevent, it won’t retighten the neck.

    Tratamiento del cuello con Neostrata cuello y escote

    Skinboosters

    Skinboosters are products that deeply hydrate the skin whilst stimulating fibroblasts, responsible for maintaining skin elasticity and firmness. Usually two sessions per year are sufficient for maintenance, although proper medical advice is essential to check if they’re indicated in your case.


    Non-invasive treatments

    Although prevention is the best tool to avoid premature sagging and parchment-like texture of neck skin, we don’t always arrive in time. What can we do?

    At this point, we need to consider somewhat more intensive treatments, which should be added to a skinbooster protocol for maintenance:

    Radiofrequency

    Radiofrequency involves controllably increasing the dermis temperature, reaching 39-42° at the surface. Thanks to thermal stimulation, it’s possible to reactivate fibroblasts, thus improving skin elasticity. However, it only improves skin quality, so it’s NOT a useful treatment for managing excess fat or sagging.

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    Ultrasound (HIFU)

    In very selected cases, focused ultrasound (HIFU) can help improve neck appearance. I usually reserve this option for patients who don’t want surgery and who only have discrete loss of jawline definition and a small excess of neck fat.

    Ultherapy (HIFU)

    Thread lifts

    Let me be very clear: thread lifts do NOT work for improving the neck. At best, you’ll see transient improvement due to the inflammatory process, but it’s impossible for them to achieve a satisfactory and long-lasting result.

    Why? Because they only create tension in the skin, but don’t correct muscular descent or submandibular gland herniation, which are almost always responsible for loss of neck definition.

    Surgical treatments

    Liposuction

    Liposuction is a very effective treatment for eliminating excess fat.

    However, to achieve good results, proper indication is fundamental: there should be no sagging (if there is, an empty skin pouch will remain) nor submandibular gland herniation (by removing superficial fat, the glands will become even more prominent).

    That’s why it should be limited to young patients (without sagging) who only have a small excess of localised fat.

    liposucción de cuello

    Facetite / Necktite

    Although there’s a lot of marketing around Facetite, it’s radiofrequency-assisted liposuction: once liposuction is performed, heat is applied via a cannula that, in theory, should tighten skin and musculature.

    Now, do you really believe that when there’s excess skin, it can disappear as if by magic?

    Or that a cannula applying heat can correct a hernia or join two separated muscles?

    Don’t be fooled…

    Beyond facilitating liposuction, heat application only encourages the formation of intense fibrosis that will undoubtedly make surgery much more difficult when you decide to take the plunge.

    And I speak from experience…

    Facetite

    Neck lift (or Face & Neck Lift)

    When the goal is to correct structure and achieve a visible and definitive result, surgery is the way. Specifically, a neck lift or cervicofacial lift.

    Surgery undoubtedly constitutes the best option for treating necks with excess skin, muscular sagging, or submandibular gland herniation. Even though aesthetic medicine has advanced greatly in recent years, it’s not possible to work on these structures without surgery.

    What about a mini-lift? Don’t be fooled by the name. However tempting it may sound, a mini-lift does NOT adequately address the neck. Want to know more about mini-lifts? Click here.

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    Dr. Mazarro – Deep Plane Facelift Expert in Barcelona

    Taking the step to have a facelift isn’t easy. Behind it there are usually months —sometimes years— of doubts, of looking at yourself in the mirror and feeling that your face no longer reflects how you feel inside.

    Choosing a specialist to entrust your face to is an important decision. Your face is how the world sees you, the reflection of your identity.

    That’s precisely why years ago I made a decision: to specialise in Facial Lifting, a surgery that requires the utmost precision and deep knowledge of facial anatomy.

    Because I’m firmly convinced that only through specialisation is it possible to achieve the results you’re looking for.

    Today, after almost 10 years of experience in facial lifting, I’m certain it was the right decision.

    And you, don’t you want the peace of mind of putting your face in the hands of a specialist?

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      Frequently asked questions about Neck Sagging

      What are the best treatments for improving neck sagging?

      Neck sagging can be addressed with non-surgical and surgical options. Among non-invasive treatments, radiofrequency, HIFU ultrasound, and some specific fillers that provide firmness and improve skin texture stand out. When there's significant loss of mandibular angle definition or excess skin, surgical procedures like cervical or cervicofacial Deep Plane lifting offer lasting and natural results, improving firmness and redefining neck contour.

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      Preventing neck sagging combines daily care and healthy habits. Keeping skin hydrated and protected from sun exposure is fundamental. Specific exercises for neck and jaw can improve muscle tone, but won't improve neck definition. Maintaining a balanced diet, avoiding tobacco, and keeping a stable weight helps prevent sagging. Complementing these habits with periodic aesthetic treatments helps delay the appearance of wrinkles and loss of neck definition.

      When is a neck lift or cervicofacial lift recommended?

      A neck lift or cervicofacial lift is indicated when there's significant skin and muscle sagging, loss of jawline definition, or presence of deep neck folds. It's also recommended when non-surgical treatments no longer offer visible results or when seeking lasting and natural change. The Deep Plane technique allows working on deep structures like the platysma muscle, digastric muscles, and submandibular glands, achieving a firmer, more rejuvenated and harmonious contour.

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