RefinedMD
800 Pollard Road, Building A
Los Gatos, CA 95032
Phone: (408) 688-2082
Office Hours:
Monday–Friday: 9 a.m.–6 p.m.
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Closed Sundays & Holidays
Early facelifts focused on tightening skin or superficially manipulating the SMAS layer, which could create results that appeared “pulled.” However, facial aging doesn’t occur solely at the surface. The skin, fat pads, ligaments, and the fibrous layer of muscle and tissue below the skin gradually sag, softening the midface and creating jowls, which blur the once-crisp line between the jaw and neck.
I am now 6 weeks out from my facelift, neck lift, fat transfer, and full-face CO2 laser treatment. My results are amazing, natural and have exceeded all my expectations! I chose Dr. Roy for my surgery after conducting extensive research and having three different consultations with other surgeons who also specialize in facial surgery. I am so grateful and fortunate to have found Dr. Roy and his team.
Cristie B., 5-Star Google review
Dr. Roy’s personable bedside manner inspires the confidence and trust of our facial plastic surgery patients. A graduate of Stanford University, Dr. Roy completed a rigorous 5-year residency focused exclusively on facial plastic surgery and fellowship training with the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS).
Meet Dr. Sudeep Roy
A deep plane facelift releases and repositions the SMAS-platysma—interconnected layers of the face and neck— as a single unit. By releasing and repositioning the SMAS–platysma as one unit and lifting it vertically, the face can be restored to its youthful shape without tension on the skin.
Dr. Roy’s preservation-style extended deep plane facelift in Los Gatos blends this anatomic lift with tissue-sparing refinements to reduce trauma, speed recovery, and keep your expressions natural. If necessary, Dr. Roy may combine the deep plane lift with a structural neck lift to ensure the midface, jawline, and neck appear harmonious from every angle.
Dr. Roy’s preservation-style approach minimizes unnecessary skin separation, maintains healthy blood flow, and keeps swelling to a minimum, while still rejuvenating the midface, jawline, and neck. The result is a smooth, natural-looking lift that lets your skin settle softly into place, revealing a refreshed version of you that still looks entirely like authentic.
Highlights of this method include:
Dr. Roy handles every deep plane facelift from the first incision to the final closure, attends every post-operative appointment, and remains available to every patient throughout recovery.
“I was very critical about the results I was seeing with standard techniques; I wanted to take it further. So I started pioneering combinations of the deep plane facelift with a high SMAS approach, just constantly improving, trying to figure out how to deliver the very best result for every patient.”
– Dr. Sudeep Roy
Understanding the differences between facelift techniques helps patients choose the approach that best fits their goals, anatomy, and lifestyle. While every method aims to restore youthful contours, they vary in terms of depth, recovery time, and the naturalness and longevity of the results. The chart below highlights how Dr. Roy’s approach compares to other common techniques.
| Technique | Plane of Dissection | Typical Look | Longevity | Downtime | Key Limitations |
| Mini Facelift | Tightens tissues primarily along the lower face with limited dissection | Subtle lift and refreshed jawline | Short to moderate | Short | Less correction for significant laxity in the midface or neck |
| SMAS Lift | Tightens SMAS layer superficially | Can appear tight or pulled | Moderate | Shorter | Limited midface/neck improvement |
| Traditional Deep Plane | Releases & repositions SMAS–platysma | Natural and vertical | Long-lasting | Moderate | Wider skin undermining, longer swelling |
| Dr. Roy’s Preservation Extended Deep Plane Lift | Full deep plane elevation with minimal skin separation | Naturally rejuvenated, soft, balanced | Longest-lasting | Reduced | Less trauma, faster recovery, no drains |
Dr. Roy’s extended technique means the lift continues seamlessly through the midface, jawline, and into the neck so the lower face looks coherent—not lifted in one area and ignored in another. When deeper neck elements contribute to fullness or banding, Dr. Roy selectively adds a structural neck lift to refine internal contours without unnecessary dissection. This targeted approach maintains natural transitions while precisely smoothing the neck.
Structural refinements may include:
A deep plane facelift restores youthful lift and shape. Strategic refinements can complete the picture for a polished, glowing appearance.
You may be a good candidate if you see heaviness in your lower face, such as jowling, softening of the midface, or neck laxity and you want an outcome that looks refreshed rather than operated on. Many patients choose this approach because they want comprehensive facial improvement with shorter downtime and results that endure gracefully.
Smoother recovery after Dr. Roy’s extended deep plane facelift isn’t coincidental. Comfort and rapid recovery are central to Dr. Roy’s technique. His advanced protocol integrates regenerative medicine to reduce inflammation and minimize swelling and bruising. Dr. Roy’s protocol layers meticulous surgical technique with regenerative therapies to help you feel like yourself sooner.
What this can look like:
Only at RefinedMD: Qualifying facelift procedures include Dr. Roy’s Comprehensive Surgical Recovery Experience signature treatment package, which consists of 3 HBOT sessions and 1 IV therapy.
With our rapid recovery protocols, deep plane facelift patients commonly report less swelling and bruising, as well as a steadier, more confident return to daily life, compared with traditional approaches. Many resume light activities within days, with visible swelling and redness improving steadily during the first week.
Most people describe the sensation in the first days as pressure or tightness rather than pain. Swelling is tempered by fibrin sealant and cooling protocols.
Even though your recovery is unique, here’s a typical timeline:
Results highlight a lifted midface, defined jawline, and refined neck that can last for years. Optional IV, peptide, and hyperbaric oxygen therapies are available to optimize healing and outcomes.
Dr. Roy is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon with advanced training in deep plane anatomy and preservation techniques. He has performed nearly 600 deep plane lower facelifts over the course of his career, at a pace of 2 to 3 procedures per week. Patients from Los Gatos, Saratoga, Campbell, and across the Bay Area seek him out for precise, natural outcomes and a patient-first experience.
If you are considering a facelift and want a natural, long-lasting result with a better recovery, a personal consultation is the next best step. Dr. Roy will examine your facial anatomy, discuss your goals, and design a personalized plan that may include an extended deep plane facelift, a structural neck lift, and any complementary refinements to complete your look.
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Reviewed for clinical accuracy by a RefinedMD Medical Editor on September 23rd, 2026.
