Oral & maxillofacial surgery · Deep Plane
Anatomy
before appearance.
Facial rejuvenation that repositions deep structures to preserve what makes your face unique.
Philosophy
Rafael Mérola
“The best result is one no one can name — they simply notice it.”
Trained in oral and maxillofacial surgery, Rafael Mérola devotes his practice to deep facial anatomy: the ligaments, fat compartments and SMAS that support human expression.
Every surgical plan starts from an individual diagnosis, with time, listening and predictability.
Discover his journeyProcedures
Two approaches, one structural logic.
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Deep Plane Facelift
SMAS repositioning and release of the retaining ligaments, with vertical vectors for the midface and jawline.
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Deep Neck Lift
Structural neck rejuvenation, addressing the platysma and deep structures to redefine the cervicomandibular angle.
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What sets it apart
What changes when you work in depth.
01
No artificial skin tension
Support comes from the deep structures, not from stretched skin.
02
Expressions preserved
Tissues move as one unit, respecting natural facial movement.
03
Anatomical predictability
Planning based on photographic analysis and structural diagnosis.
Your journey
An unhurried consultation.
Step 1
Contact the concierge
Step 2
Pre-assessment (in person or remote)
Step 3
Consultation and anatomical analysis
Step 4
Individual plan and follow-up
Insights
Reflections on anatomy and rejuvenation.
Anatomy · 6 min
What is a Deep Plane Facelift, really?
Why repositioning deep structures is different from pulling the skin — and what that means for a natural result.
Myths · 5 min
Five myths about facelifts
From an artificial look to an endless recovery: what contemporary surgery really offers.
Deep Neck Lift · 4 min
Neck and jawline: one aesthetic unit
Why structural neck rejuvenation is decisive for the harmony of the lower face.
Concierge
A careful conversation before any decision.
The consultation is the moment to understand your anatomy, your expectations and whether surgery makes sense for you.