Deep Plane Facelift Transformation: Dr. Daniel Gould Featured in The Daily Beast

Beverly Hills plastic surgeon Dr. Daniel Gould, MD, PhD was recently featured in The Daily Beast’s Looker section discussing the transformative results possible with a deep plane facelift and advanced facial rejuvenation techniques.

The article highlights a patient case study of a 57-year-old woman seeking a natural, refreshed appearance after making significant lifestyle changes. According to Dr. Gould, the patient wanted a result that looked balanced, natural, and age-appropriate, rather than overly tight or artificial.

To achieve this, Dr. Gould performed what he describes as a “reset lift,” a comprehensive facial rejuvenation approach designed to restore the underlying facial anatomy rather than simply tightening the skin.

This advanced procedure included multiple surgical techniques performed during a single operation, including:

• Deep plane facelift
• Deep neck lift with gland reduction
• Temple lift
• Upper blepharoplasty with fat repositioning
• Fat and nanofat transfer
• CO₂ laser resurfacing
• Platysmaplasty and digastric muscle contouring

The goal of this approach is to reposition deeper facial structures and ligaments, restoring the natural support of the face and neck. By addressing deeper anatomical layers rather than just tightening the skin, the deep plane technique can create long-lasting, natural-looking results that move naturally with facial expression.

Dr. Gould explained in the feature that modern facial rejuvenation focuses on resetting the natural ligament and tissue structure of the face, rather than pulling tissues into unnatural positions. This anatomical approach helps avoid the overly tight or “operated-on” appearance sometimes associated with older facelift techniques.

The patient’s recovery progressed smoothly, with sutures removed after one week and most bruising resolved within several weeks. Over time, swelling subsided and the facial contour continued to refine, producing a refreshed and natural appearance.