What Is a Facelift?

A facelift is a surgical procedure that lifts and tightens the facial tissues to reduce sagging and restore a more youthful contour in the lower two-thirds of the face. Unlike a mini facelift, which focuses on the jawline and chin, a traditional facelift tightens sagging skin in the mid-face area, including the cheeks and nasolabial folds. As a facelift expert, Dr. Roy uses deep plane facelift techniques that lift and reposition tissue and muscle below the skin’s surface to address sagging skin, jowls, and deep folds. He often combines it with a neck lift to tighten loose skin and muscle bands under the chin to restore a more youthful definition.

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Before & After Facelift Case 1082 View 1 View in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
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This is early 60’s female who presented with significant concerns related to heavy jowling and neck skin laxity. Being a busy business owner and an even busier grandmother, she was intrigued by the idea of a lower facelift procedure that could be performed in the office with limited downtime. The patient underwent a limited incision lower faceli... Read More
Before & After Facelift Case 1055 View 1 View in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
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This is a patient in her late 50s who over a short period of time became increasingly aware of progressive lower facial skin laxity, jowling, deep marionette lines, and crepey skin on the neck. She was also not happy with how long and thin her upper lip appeared in pictures. Wanting a longer-lasting approach to address her concerns, she sought D... Read More
Before & After Facelift Case 1036 View 1 View in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
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This early 70’s female presented for consultation with double board certified Dr. Sudeep Roy for a lower face and neck lift. Having thought about getting something done for many years, she knew that she really wanted to correct the aging changes happening in her neck and lower face but was terrified about getting elective surgery done and was co... Read More
Before & After Facelift Case 1001 View 1 View in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
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This is a patient in her late 50s who prior to meeting Dr. Sudeep Roy was frequently being treated with Sculptra to help improve lost volume in her face as well as improve surface wrinkles especially deep marionette lines created from prominent skin laxity and jowling in the lower face. She had also developed banding in the neck and very trouble... Read More
Before & After Facelift Case 1019 View 1 View in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
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This late 50’s female presented to RefinedMD to see if she might be a good candidate for a limited incision lower facelift (aka mini-facelift). She stated that her biggest concerns were with noticeable skin laxity of the lower face and the appearance of unappealing jowls. Being a very active person and in charge of a small business, she was look... Read More
Before & After Facelift Case 1020 View 1 View in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
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This mid 40’s female presented for concerns related to neck skin laxity and early onset muscular banding. She had previously undergone neck liposuction and a thread lift elsewhere but was quite disappointed with results. In fact, she thought her neck looked worse after that procedure. Desperate to improve the appearance of her neck and after hav... Read More
Before & After Facelift Case 1034 View 1 View in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
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This early 60’s female presented with concerns related to prominent jowling and sagging in the neck. She had been going to an expert injector that helped her with neuromodulators for line relaxing and fillers for specific volume needs, but was referred to double board certified Dr. Sudeep Roy for help with inevitable gravitational changes that c... Read More
Before & After Facelift Case 1054 View 1 View in Los Gatos & San Jose, CA
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In her early 60’s, this patient was concerned about vertical lines around her mouth and prominent platysmal bands on her neck. She underwent a lower face and neck lift, resulting in significant improvement in her platysmal bands, neck laxity, and the softening of her perioral lines. This procedure was performed by double board certified Dr. Sude... Read More

Keep in mind that each patient is unique and your results may vary.

What Is a Deep Plane Facelift?

A deep plane facelift is an advanced surgical technique that repositions the deeper facial muscles and ligaments beneath the fibrous SMAS layer of tissue and muscle, providing more natural, longer-lasting rejuvenation than a traditional facelift. Dr. Roy specializes in the extended preservation-style deep plane facelift at our Los Gatos practice.  

This technique is ideal for patients with more advanced signs of aging, and it’s particularly effective in rejuvenating the midface and jawline. Because Dr. Roy works in the deeper tissue planes, there is less tension on the skin, which means faster healing and minimal visible scarring.

Dr. Sudeep Roy
Dr. Sudeep Roy
Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

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).

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Double Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Your Facelift & Neck Lift Options

Every face tells a story—and at RefinedMD, we make sure yours reflects vitality and confidence. Dr. Roy offers:

  • Deep Plane Facelift: A sophisticated approach to lifting and resuspending the underlying facial structures for a more comprehensive and natural result.
  • SMAS Facelift: Younger patients with less severe sagging may be good candidates for a SMAS facelift, which also creates natural-looking results.
  • Mini Facelift: Best for early signs of aging with shorter incisions and recovery time.
  • Neck Lift: Tightens skin and muscle under the chin and along the neck to restore definition.

During your consultation, Dr. Roy assesses your anatomy, goals, and lifestyle to recommend the best surgical approach for you.

Renuvion® J-Plasma

A Renuvion (formerly J-Plasma) treatment is a less-invasive alternative for facial rejuvenation. Loose, sagging skin on and around the neck can now be treated with a minimally invasive procedure that uses a single incision and has a much shorter downtime than a neck lift or facelift.

Complementary Treatments

Facelift patients can often benefit by combining procedures to maximize results and address multiple concerns at once. Some of the most effective treatments to combine with a facelift include:

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How Long Is Facelift Recovery?

Facelift recovery typically takes about 2 to 3 weeks for most swelling and bruising to subside, with continued refinement over several months. Recovery is one of the most common concerns for patients considering a facelift.

While experiences vary, patients generally recover along the following timeline:

  • Day of surgery: Return home under the supervision of an adult friend or family member. 
  • 7 days: Sutures are removed. Noticeable improvement. 
  • 7 to 10 days: Most patients feel ready to resume their normal daily activities. At this point, most bruising and swelling will have decreased. 
  • 2 weeks: Resume low-impact activities. 
  • 3 weeks: Return to intense fitness regimens.
  • 6 to 12 weeks: Full results are visible.

How Much Does a Facelift Cost in the South Bay?

The cost of a facelift depends on the extent of the procedure, the technique used, the training and experience of the plastic surgeon, and several other factors. When you come to RefinedMD in Los Gatos for a facelift consultation with Dr. Roy, we’ll provide a detailed price quote that you can review before scheduling your surgery.

Rapid Recovery Protocols

Comfort and rapid recovery are central to Dr. Roy’s technique. His advanced protocol integrates regenerative medicine to reduce inflammation and promote healing.

  • Fibrin glue seals tissues and limits bruising without the need for drains.
  • Lightweight postoperative care eliminates heavy compression dressings.
  • IV hydration therapy replenishes nutrients and supports tissue recovery.
  • Peptide therapy and hyperbaric oxygen sessions enhance circulation and oxygenation for faster healing.

Most patients resume light activities within days, with visible swelling and redness improving steadily during the first week.

Request Your Consultation Today

Are you ready to rediscover a refreshed, refined, and more youthful you? Request a consultation with Dr. Roy to discuss your facelift options and learn why people from San Jose, Campbell, Saratoga, Cupertino, and throughout the Bay Area trust him to create natural-looking results. Or call us at (408) 688-2082 to schedule an appointment.

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