Mr Reza Nassab sees patients for deep plane face and neck lift surgery in London. Consultations take place at CLNQ, Battersea Reach, on the south bank of the Thames, and surgery is performed at a private hospital in London. Patients travel in from across the capital, the South East and beyond, and follow-up is planned in advance so that your recovery is supported wherever you live.
About the deep plane technique
The deep plane facelift works beneath the superficial layer of facial muscle and fibrous tissue, known as the SMAS. By releasing the ligaments that hold the cheeks and jowls down, the surgeon can lift the mid-face, jawline and neck as a composite unit. The skin moves with the deeper tissues instead of being stretched on its own, which aims to create a result that looks natural at rest and in movement. A neck lift is commonly performed at the same time.
The London consultation
At CLNQ, Battersea Reach, Mr Nassab will talk through your concerns, review your medical history and examine the face and neck, including skin quality, fat distribution and the strength of the neck muscles. Clinical photographs are taken to help discuss what could change. He will explain how a deep plane lift differs from a mini facelift or neck lift alone, and whether it suits your anatomy. The consultation costs £150, and you will receive a written plan and quote to consider at home.
Surgery and your hospital stay
Your operation takes place at a private hospital in London under general anaesthetic, with a consultant anaesthetist. Most patients stay overnight so that blood pressure, comfort and dressings can be monitored carefully, since the first 24 hours are when bleeding under the skin is most likely. You will be discharged with written aftercare instructions and a direct contact number, and should arrange for someone to accompany you home and stay with you that night.
Travelling in for surgery
Many London patients live within easy reach of Battersea, but others travel from the Home Counties, elsewhere in the UK or overseas. If you are travelling a long way, plan to stay nearby for at least the first week, when the wound check and early reviews take place. Long flights should be avoided in the early weeks because of the increased risk of blood clots; Mr Nassab will advise when it is reasonable to fly based on your recovery.
Follow-up arrangements
- First week: a wound review and dressing change, with drain removal if drains were used.
- One to two weeks: stitch removal and assessment of swelling and sensation.
- Later reviews: appointments at CLNQ, Battersea Reach, over the following months to monitor scars and the settling result.
If you live outside London, some later reviews may be arranged at CLNQ in Manchester or Knutsford where that is more practical, and photographs can help track progress between visits.
What recovery involves
Swelling and bruising are most obvious in the first ten days and usually settle enough for social plans at around two to three weeks. Tightness, numbness and some firmness under the jaw can persist for several months. Keep your head raised, avoid strenuous activity for four to six weeks and protect the scars from sunlight. Rapid swelling on one side of the face or neck needs urgent contact with the surgical team, and chest pain or breathlessness needs a 999 call.
Cost and suitability
A deep plane face and neck lift costs from £18,500 including the surgeon, anaesthetist, hospital, garments and routine follow-up, with the £150 consultation charged separately. It suits adults in good general health with jowls, cheek descent and neck laxity who are non-smokers and have realistic expectations. Cosmetic surgery is for adults aged 18 and over.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are London consultations held?
Consultations take place at CLNQ, Battersea Reach, London, with Mr Nassab personally.
Which hospital is used for surgery in London?
Surgery is performed at a private hospital in London. Details are confirmed when your surgery is booked.
How long should out-of-town patients stay in London?
It is sensible to stay nearby for at least a week after surgery so that early reviews and stitch removal can be carried out.
When is it safe to fly after a deep plane facelift?
Flying soon after surgery increases the risk of blood clots. Mr Nassab will advise on timing, which depends on the length of the flight and your recovery.
Can follow-up take place outside London?
In some cases later reviews can be arranged at CLNQ in Manchester or Knutsford. This is discussed when planning your surgery.
