Endoscopic Deep Plane Facelift: A Classified Approach.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Traditional facelift techniques, although effective in addressing facial aging, are often associated with visible scarring and stigmas. These factors contribute to patient hesitation and a growing preference for nonsurgical alternatives. In recent years, endoscopic approaches have gained popularity by offering scar-concealed access and deep plane dissection, but many techniques lack a standardized framework for patient selection and reproducibility.

Objectives

The aim of this study was to present a systematic endoscopic facelift technique which proposes a 5-group classification system to guide patient-specific surgical planning and optimize aesthetic outcomes.

Methods

A total of 393 patients underwent endoscopic facelift surgery performed by a single surgeo

SUBMITTER: Firat M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12548052 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature