Deep Plane Facelift
A deep plane facelift addresses age-related changes of the
midface, lower face, and jawline by repositioning deeper facial
tissues rather than relying primarily on skin tightening.
FACIAL SURGERY IN RICHMOND, VA
Facial plastic surgery can address age-related changes, facial proportions,
and specific concerns involving the face, eyes, nose, neck, and jawline.
In Richmond, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Montante develops
individualized surgical plans based on each patient’s anatomy, concerns,
and aesthetic goals. Rather than applying the same approach to every patient,
treatment is selected according to the areas of the face being addressed and
the degree of change desired.
Options range from comprehensive facial rejuvenation with facelift and neck
lift surgery to procedures focused on a specific feature, such as rhinoplasty,
eyelid surgery, or brow lift.
EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS
Different procedures address different areas of facial aging,
contour, and proportion. Explore the options below to learn more
about facial procedures performed by Dr. Montante.
FACIAL REJUVENATION
A deep plane facelift addresses age-related changes of the
midface, lower face, and jawline by repositioning deeper facial
tissues rather than relying primarily on skin tightening.
For patients with more limited facial aging, a mid or mini
facelift may address selected areas of laxity and contour with
a more focused surgical approach.
Neck lift surgery can improve loose skin, visible neck bands,
fullness, and reduced jawline definition to create a smoother
transition between the lower face and neck.
Blepharoplasty can address excess eyelid skin, puffiness, and
other age-related changes involving the upper eyelids, lower
eyelids, or both.
Brow lift surgery addresses brow position and upper facial
aging and may help improve heaviness around the brow and
upper eye area.
FACIAL CONTOUR
Neck liposuction can reduce localized fat beneath the chin
and along the upper neck in appropriately selected patients
with suitable skin quality.
Facial fat grafting uses a patient’s own harvested fat
to restore volume in selected areas of the face and may be
incorporated into a broader facial rejuvenation plan.
Buccal fat removal, also known as cheek reduction, may be
considered for selected patients seeking greater definition
through the lower cheek and midfacial contour.
NOSE & FACIAL FEATURES
Rhinoplasty reshapes the underlying structures of the nose
to address concerns involving size, shape, proportion,
symmetry, or nasal function when appropriate.
Ear surgery, or otoplasty, can address concerns involving
prominent ears, ear shape, proportion, asymmetry, or other
structural characteristics in appropriately selected children
and adults.
FACIAL SURGERY PLANNING
AN INDIVIDUALIZED APPROACH
Facial anatomy and aging patterns vary considerably from one patient to another. During consultation, Dr. Montante evaluates the areas of concern in relation to the face as a whole.
This may include skin laxity, facial volume, brow and eyelid position, jawline definition, neck anatomy, nasal proportions, and the relationship between individual facial features.
Based on that evaluation, surgery may focus on one specific area or combine complementary procedures when a more comprehensive approach is appropriate.
REAL PATIENT RESULTS
View examples of surgical results from patients treated by
Dr. Montante and explore the range of facial procedures
available at our Richmond practice.
CHOOSING A PROCEDURE
The appropriate procedure depends on the anatomy involved and
what you would like to change. A consultation allows Dr. Montante
to distinguish between concerns involving skin, deeper facial
tissues, fat, muscle, volume, or structural features.
Facelift surgery may be considered when laxity and age-related changes involve the cheeks, lower face, jowls, and jawline.
Depending on skin quality, muscle position, and fat distribution, treatment may involve a neck lift, neck liposuction, or a combination with facial surgery.
Blepharoplasty and brow lift surgery address different anatomical contributors to aging around the upper face and eye area.
Rhinoplasty, facial fat grafting, buccal fat removal, and other facial procedures can address specific concerns involving facial shape, volume, contour, and proportion.
COMPREHENSIVE REJUVENATION
Facial aging can involve multiple areas of the face and neck. When appropriate, complementary procedures may be incorporated into one individualized surgical plan.
INDIVIDUALIZED PLANNING
Facial aging frequently affects more than one area. For some patients, addressing complementary areas during the same surgical plan may create greater balance between the face, eyes, jawline, and neck.
A facelift, for example, may be combined with neck lift surgery when aging extends below the jawline. Eyelid or brow surgery may also be considered when upper facial aging contributes to the patient’s overall concerns.
The goal is not to add procedures unnecessarily, but to determine whether treating related areas may create a more balanced and cohesive result.
COMMON COMBINATIONS
YOUR CONSULTATION
Choosing facial surgery begins with identifying which anatomical
changes are contributing to your concerns. During consultation,
Dr. Montante can evaluate those areas and discuss which surgical
options may be appropriate for your goals.
Your consultation begins with the features or age-related changes you would most like to address.
Dr. Montante evaluates facial structure, soft tissues, skin, proportion, and the relationship between areas of the face.
Recommendations are individualized and may involve one procedure or a combination of procedures based on your anatomy and goals.
YOUR SURGEON
Facial surgery requires careful attention to anatomy, proportion,
surgical planning, and the relationship between individual features.
EXPERIENCE MATTERS
Dr. Steven Montante performs facial and body plastic surgery for
patients in Richmond and surrounding communities.
A THOUGHTFUL APPROACH
COMMON QUESTIONS
Facial surgery options include procedures addressing facial
aging, the eyes and brow, nose, neck, facial volume, and facial
contour. The appropriate procedure depends on the patient’s
anatomy and goals.
Yes. Some procedures may be combined when concerns involve
multiple areas of the face or neck. Whether combination surgery
is appropriate depends on the procedures being considered,
individual health, anatomy, and surgical planning.
A facelift primarily addresses age-related changes involving the
cheeks, lower face, jowls, and jawline, while a neck lift focuses
more specifically on the tissues beneath the jawline and through
the neck. Some patients have concerns involving both areas.
The procedure depends on which anatomical structures are
contributing to the concern. A consultation allows Dr. Montante
to evaluate the face and discuss which surgical options may be
appropriate.
Dr. Montante sees facial plastic surgery patients at Montante
Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics in Richmond, Virginia.
START YOUR CONSULTATION
Meet with Dr. Steven Montante to discuss your concerns, facial
anatomy, and the surgical options that may help address your
individual goals.