COSMETIC SURGERY

Deep Plane Facelift South Afria

THE GLOBAL GOLD STANDARD
IN FACIAL RESTORATION

Natural rejuvenation, lasting results & confidence to shine at any age.

AT A GLANCE
Duration: 3 – 5 Hours
Anaesthesia: General
Stay: 1-2 nights
Recovery: 2–3 weeks

Gravity is not the enemy; anatomy is the answer

Moving beyond the traditional “tightened” look, the Deep Plane Facelift is a masterful anatomical repositioning. By working with the deeper ligaments of the face, the Deep Plane Facelift restores youthful volume and integrity — delivering results that are profound, natural, and undetectable.

Exclusively at Vivari Aesthetics — South Africa’s destination for luxury facial rejuvenation.

01 | THE VIVARI EXPERIENCE

Recovery as an Art Form

Surgery is only the first step; restoration is the journey. At Vivari, we have transformed post-operative care into a curated experience. Your recovery is supported by a multidisciplinary team within our luxury clinical suites, ensuring that the days following your procedure are as serene as they are scientifically optimized.

24/7 Concierge Nursing

Expert medical care delivered within the privacy of your luxury suite.

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Accelerating cellular repair and significantly reducing post-operative swelling.

Intravenous Nutrition

Bespoke IV infusions designed to support the immune system and skin maturation.

Lymphatic Integration

Specialized post-surgical treatments at the Vivari Spa to refine your results.

02 | THE MEDICAL OVERVIEW

The Deep Plane Release

A masterful anatomical release for natural, lasting rejuvenation.

The Vivari Deep Plane Facelift is a profound departure from traditional surgery. While standard methods merely tension the skin—often resulting in a temporary, ‘windswept’ appearance—our approach involves a complete surgical release of the deep-seated ligaments that tether the mid-face and jawline.

By working beneath the SMAS layer (Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System), we address the very foundation of facial descent. This method allows for a tension-free vertical restoration. Because the skin and muscle are moved as a single, cohesive unit, the blood supply remains intact—promoting superior healing and a result that is fundamentally indistinguishable from nature.

Unlike traditional facelifts that pull the skin, our technique repositions the deeper structures — restoring harmony without tension.

The Strategic Advantages

⏳ Exceptional Longevity: By meticulously repositioning the deeper facial structures, the Deep Plane provides results lasting 10 to 15 years—significantly longer than traditional methods.

🌸 Anatomical Harmony: By lifting rather than stretching, we restore the heart-shaped contour of the cheeks and eliminate deep nasolabial folds and marionette lines without distorting your natural expression.

✨ Minimal Recovery Trace: Expertly placed incisions within the hairline and natural ear creases ensure that once healed, the surgical path is entirely imperceptible.

💎 Reduced Future Need: By addressing the root cause of aging, this technique often eliminates the long-term requirement for temporary fillers or fat grafting.

Anatomical Focus

Significant Jowling: Precision repositioning of the mandibular line to restore a crisp, youthful jaw contour and definition.

Deep Nasolabial Folds: Lifting the mid-face architecture to naturally soften nose-to-mouth lines and deep creases.

Marionette Lines: Structural release of the tethered ligaments that create lines from the mouth down to the chin.

Volumetric Restoration: Re-draping the deep tissue to eliminate hollowing in the cheeks without the need for temporary fillers.

03 | THE JOURNEY

Your Path to Vivari

From first consultation to serene recovery, every step is designed with precision and care.

01 THE CONSULTATION

A private, comprehensive evaluation of your goals and facial anatomy. Led by our medical experts, your consultation blends medical expertise with aesthetic artistry, ensuring a plan tailored to your unique features and requirements.

02 THE PREPARATION

Tailored pre-operative protocols to prime your body for optimal healing results. Our team provides expert nutritional guidance, wellness support and personalized pre-surgery care to optimize your recovery and restoration.

03 THE PROCEDURE

Advanced vertical-vector techniques performed with surgical precision. Performed in our state-of-the-art surgical theatre, the Deep Plane Facelift restores youthful contours with results that are profound yet undetectable.

04 THE RECOVERY

A serene transition into our luxury suites with 24/7 specialist care. The journey continues in Vivari’s 5-star recovery environment, complete with hyperbaric oxygen therapy, IV wellness drips, lymphatic massage & curated gourmet meals.

04 | CLINICAL CLARITY

For a comprehensive understanding of our clinical protocols, please explore the details below.

MEDICAL HISTORY AND EXAM Prepare to answer questions about past and current medical conditions, previous surgeries, complications, and history of smoking or substance use. Your surgeon will review your surgical readiness, specifically looking at skin elasticity and previous facial treatments. A physical exam ensures your suitability for deep-tissue repositioning.

MEDICATION REVIEW A strict review of all prescriptions and supplements is required to minimize bruising and ensure the integrity of the deep-plane blood supply during healing.

FACIAL & LIGAMENT EXAM We analyze your specific “points of descent.” By identifying where the facial ligaments have tethered the tissue, we map the exact release points for your Deep Plane restoration.

ESTABLISHING EXPECTATIONS
We discuss how the Deep Plane addresses the foundation of the face (the SMAS) rather than just the surface, ensuring you understand the natural, long-term nature of the results.

FOLLOW MEDICATION DIRECTIONS You will receive specific instructions on which medications to pause. For example, blood-thinning supplements should typically be discontinued two weeks prior to surgery.

PRE-OPERATIVE HYGIENE Patients are provided with a medical-grade germicidal wash protocol for the morning of the procedure and must adhere to a strict fasting window to ensure anesthetic safety.

FASTING PROTOCOLS To ensure a safe procedure, do not eat anything after midnight on the day of your surgery. Clear water and approved medications are permitted as directed.

VIVARI PRE-OP BUNDLE Specific IV nutritional infusions and skin-priming protocols are initiated 14 days prior to surgery to optimize cellular health.

VASCULAR OPTIMIZATION To ensure superior healing of the deep tissues, we provide a strict protocol for nicotine and supplement cessation to maintain peak oxygenation.

ARRANGE FOR RECOVERY SUPPORT If your procedure is outpatient, you must arrange for a responsible adult to drive you home and remain with you for the first 24 hours of your recovery.

ANESTHESIA Depending on the complexity, we utilize local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia to ensure complete comfort and safety throughout the procedure.

SUB-SMAS PLANE RELEASE Unlike standard lifts, we work beneath the muscle layer to release the deep-seated ligaments, allowing for a tension-free restoration of the mid-face and jawline.

HIDDEN ARCHITECTURAL INCISIONS Incision lines are meticulously placed within the natural contours of the ear and hairline, becoming virtually invisible once the tissue has matured.

VERTICAL VECTOR REPOSITIONING Tissue is moved vertically—not horizontally—to restore the heart-shaped contour of the cheeks and a crisp, defined mandibular line without an “operated” look.

IMMEDIATE AFTERCARE Incisions will be covered with pressure bandages to minimize swelling. Small, discreet drainage tubes may be placed to minimize fluid collection; these are typically removed within 24 hours during your first post-operative review.

CRITICAL RECOVERY GUIDELINES

Avoid: Smoking, alcohol, stress, direct sun exposure, and pollutants.
Action: Rest with your head elevated, apply cool packs as directed, and use prescribed pain management.

WHEN TO CONTACT YOUR SURGEON
Contact the clinic immediately if you experience:

Severe pain on one side of the face/neck within 24 hours.
Shortness of breath or chest pain.
Irregular heartbeats.

FOLLOW-UP SCHEDULE

SANCTUARY RECOVERY (DAYS 1–2) Immediate post-operative care in our luxury clinical suites, featuring continuous nursing and your first Hyperbaric Oxygen sessions to minimize swelling.
LYMPHATIC REFINEMENT (WEEK 2) Specialized lymphatic drainage at the Vivari Spa begins early to accelerate the clearance of fluid and reveal the “Vivari Glow.”
THE MATURATION PHASE (12 MONTHS) A structured 12-month follow-up program monitors the deep-tissue integration, ensuring your structural results remain stable for the next decade.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Unlike traditional facelifts that simply tighten the skin, the Deep Plane Facelift South Africa technique releases and repositions the deeper ligaments beneath the SMAS layer. This restores youthful contours naturally, avoids the “windswept” look, and delivers results that last 10–15 years.

Results typically last 10 to 15 years, significantly longer than traditional facelifts. By addressing the deeper facial structures, Vivari Aesthetics ensures longevity and reduces the need for repeat procedures.

No. The Deep Plane Facelift restores natural harmony by lifting the deeper tissues rather than stretching the skin. This means your expression remains authentic, youthful, and undetectably rejuvenated.

Incisions are discreetly hidden within the hairline and natural ear creases. Once healed, they are virtually invisible, ensuring your Deep Plane Facelift before and after journey leaves no obvious surgical trace.

Most patients return to daily life within 2–3 weeks. At Vivari, recovery is enhanced by our five-star luxury suites, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, IV wellness drips, lymphatic massage, and curated gourmet meals — making healing as serene as it is effective.

Yes. By moving the skin and muscle as a single unit, the blood supply remains intact, promoting superior healing. Performed by a highly skilled medical expert team, the procedure is both safe and precise.

Many patients find they no longer require fillers or fat grafting. Because the facelift addresses the root cause of aging, temporary treatments are often unnecessary.

The procedure is best suited for patients experiencing jowling, deep nasolabial folds, marionette lines, or hollowing in the cheeks. If you’re seeking natural, long-lasting rejuvenation, you may be an excellent candidate.

At Vivari Aesthetics, pricing is transparent and inclusive of consultation, surgery, and recovery. The Deep Plane Facelift cost South Africa reflects the premium nature of the procedure and the luxury recovery experience.

Vivari offers more than surgery — it’s a complete luxury journey. From consultation to recovery, patients experience world-class care, five-star suites, and holistic wellness support. This makes Vivari the elite choice for Deep Plane Facelift South Africa.

Vivari Aesthetics is a premier destination for Deep Plane Facelift surgery in South Africa, conveniently located near Lanseria International Airport for our global guests.

The Art of the Subtle Transformation

In facial rejuvenation, excellence is measured in millimeters. The Vivari approach focuses on the deep structural layers to achieve a result that is both profound and imperceptible. Our commitment is to a look that is rested and refreshed—never ‘operated’.

A Note on Clinical Maturation: To ensure the highest standard of safety and structural integrity, we allow the facial architecture a full twelve months to settle and reveal its final form. Should the natural healing process require subtle refinements to achieve our shared vision, we approach these with the same surgical precision as the primary procedure.

05 | THE ELITE CHOICE

The Celebrity Spotlight

The Deep Plane technique has become the preferred choice for those whose careers depend on a natural, expressive reflection. From Kris Jenner’s widely acclaimed R2,000,000 restoration to the transparent recovery journey of fashion icon Marc Jacobs, the industry’s elite choose the Deep Plane for one reason: it restores the face without changing the person.

Kris Jenner: At 69, her widely acclaimed rejuvenation—widely reported as a Deep Plane restoration—is praised by medical experts for restoring natural volume to the cheeks and jawline without distorting her signature expressions.

Marc Jacobs: The fashion icon openly shared his Deep Plane recovery, highlighting the tension-free, enduring results that allow for a refreshed appearance that honors the original facial architecture.

The Hollywood Shift: Speculated results for figures like Anne Hathaway and Lindsay Lohan point to a growing preference for ‘Authenticity over Artifice’—lifting deeper structural layers to avoid the tell-tale ‘operated’ look of surface-level procedures.

Why the Deep Plane is the Elite Standard:

Longevity: A single Deep Plane procedure typically remains stable for 10 to 15 years, representing the ultimate investment in long-term facial maturation.

Natural Expression: By repositioning the musculature rather than stretching the skin, your unique individuality remains entirely intact.

Discretion: Expertly hidden incisions within the natural ear creases and hairline allow for a recovery that leaves no surgical trace.

06 | THE VIVARI INVESTMENT

A Sanctuary for Restoration

To achieve total facial harmony, the Deep Plane Facelift is frequently integrated with Cervicoplasty (Neck Lift), Blepharoplasty (Eyelid Surgery), or Autologous Fat Grafting to restore lost volume.

To ensure the highest standard of surgical focus, we require a comprehensive pre-consultation assessment. Your diagnostic reservation fee will be credited toward your surgical procedure.

The Surgical Investment | From R120,000
Our transparent pricing is inclusive of the surgeon’s honorarium, expert anesthetic care, state-of-the-art facility fees and your initial bespoke recovery suite stay.

OVERNIGHT PACKAGES

Extend your recovery in the quiet luxury of the Vivari Hotel. Our bespoke post-operative packages include:

Curated Nutrition

Specialized menus from our restaurant designed for optimal healing.

Lymphatic Support

Gentle spa treatments to reduce swelling and accelerate recovery.

Seamless Care

24/7 access to clinical staff within a five-star hotel environment.

To ensure every patient receives the undivided attention and surgical expertise required for a bespoke transformation, we operate a refined pre-consultation process.

Your journey begins with a comprehensive clinical questionnaire. This initial diagnostic assessment allows our surgical team to review your unique facial and body architecture before your private appointment.

Initial Assessment Fee: R1,000

An additional R1,250 applies for an in-person consultation.
Should you proceed with surgery, a total of R2,250
will be credited toward your procedure.

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Consultations are held in absolute confidence.
There is no obligation to proceed.