Facelift

Customized Rejuvenation with Dr. Ariel Rad

For those seeking a facelift in Washington, DC that restores youthful contours while preserving natural expression, Sherber+Rad offers a level of surgical artistry defined by precision, restraint, and individuality. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ariel Rad specializes in bespoke facelift procedures that elevate and refine the lower face and neck with results that are elegant, balanced, and undetectable.

Grounded in a deep understanding of facial anatomy and structural aging, Dr. Rad approaches each procedure as a uniquely tailored design—never formulaic, never repeated. His techniques focus on repositioning deeper facial structures to achieve meaningful, long-lasting rejuvenation while avoiding the tension or artificiality associated with more superficial approaches.

Whether your goals call for subtle refinement or comprehensive rejuvenation, each plan is thoughtfully customized to your anatomy, lifestyle, and aesthetic sensibility—ensuring a result that feels entirely your own.

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“Facelifting is about restoring what time took away.”

- Ariel N Rad, MD, PhD, FACS

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What Is a Facelift and What Can It Improve?

Facelift surgery, also known as rhytidectomy, lifts and repositions underlying facial structures to counteract sagging, skin laxity, and volume loss that occur with aging.

At Sherber + Rad, facelifts are designed to:

Smooth deep creases along the cheeks and jawline
Reduce jowls and restore a sharper jaw contour
Lift sagging tissues in the lower face and neck
Improve nasolabial folds and marionette lines
Create a refreshed, rested appearance

Many patients choose to combine a facelift with a neck lift or facial fat transfer for even greater comprehensive rejuvenation and more youthful-looking results.

Types of Facelift Techniques Offered by Dr. Rad

Dr. Rad performs multiple facelift techniques, selecting the most effective approach based on your facial anatomy and aging pattern:

deep plane facelift

Repositions the deeper structural layers of the face—beneath the SMAS—to release tension and lift sagging tissues more comprehensively. This technique achieves dramatic, long-lasting rejuvenation while preserving a natural range of facial expression. Dr. Rad uses deep plane facelifting to improve the cheeks, jawline, and nasolabial folds with results that age gracefully over time.

SMAS Facelift

Repositions the deeper structural layers of the face—beneath the SMAS—to release tension and lift sagging tissues more comprehensively. This technique achieves dramatic, long-lasting rejuvenation while preserving a natural range of facial expression. Dr. Rad uses deep plane facelifting to improve the cheeks, jawline, and nasolabial folds with results that age gracefully over time.

endoscopic ‘ponytail' Facelift

A minimal scar technique using an endoscopic. This facelift procedure can be ideal for patients with minimal skin laxity as it offers full deep plane lifting but without skin removal.

Vertical Mid Facelift

Targets aging in the central face by lifting descended cheek tissues through hidden incisions, without the need for ear-based scars. This technique softens deep nasolabial folds and nasojugal grooves for a smoother, more youthful contour. Often paired with fat transfer to restore cheek volume and fullness.

revision facelift

Performed to refine or correct results from a previous facelift, whether for aesthetic enhancement or to address issues like scarring, surface irregularities, or pixie ear. Patients often seek this procedure years later to refresh their appearance or improve upon unsatisfying outcomes. Dr. Rad is internationally recognized for his precision and nuanced approach to complex revision cases.

Facelift Under 50

Patients in their 40s often begin noticing early signs of aging such as under-eye hollows, deepening nasolabial folds, jowling, or loose neck skin. Addressing these concerns early allows for more natural, longer-lasting results — Dr. Rad’s tailored techniques help younger patients maintain a youthful, rested appearance while delaying the need for more extensive procedures down the line.

Male Facelift

Designed to restore a strong jawline, tighten the neck, and reduce deep facial folds while preserving masculine features. In today’s image-driven, digital world, more men are seeking facelift surgery to project energy, confidence, and relevance. Dr. Rad tailors each procedure to achieve natural, powerful results that align with the patient’s professional and personal goals.

Ethnic Facelift

Dr. Rad specializes in techniques that honor each patient’s unique heritage while restoring youthful definition to the face and neck. His approach avoids overcorrection and respects ethnic identity, ensuring natural-looking results across a range of skin types and facial structures. Patients from diverse backgrounds seek his expertise for subtle, refined rejuvenation that preserves character.

Short-Scar Facelift

Ideal for younger patients seeking early intervention, this lift performed in-office uses a limited incision around the ear to subtly tighten and refresh the lower face. Dr. Rad’s minimally invasive technique offers quick recovery and minimal scarring. It’s a popular choice for those wanting to maintain a youthful look without the downtime of a full facelift.

During your consultation, Dr. Rad will recommend the right technique—or combination—for your needs.

FAQs About Facelift Surgery in Washington DC

Am I a candidate for a facelift?

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You may be a candidate if you’re experiencing sagging skin, jowls, or deep facial folds and want a long-lasting solution. Ideal candidates are in good health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations.

What’s the difference between deep plane and SMAS facelift?

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The deep plane facelift lifts deeper facial tissues for a more profound, longer-lasting result. The SMAS facelift targets the mid-face layer for a smoother, more youthful look. Dr. Rad will explain which option is best for your facial structure and aging pattern.

What are the risks?

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Risks include bruising, swelling, temporary numbness, scarring, and in rare cases, nerve injury, or hematoma. These risks are minimized when surgery is performed by a board-certified expert like Dr. Rad.

How long is facelift recovery?

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Most patients return to daily activities within 10–14 days
Bruising and swelling subside significantly by 2–3 weeks
Full results become visible over several months
Scars are discreetly placed and fade over time

You’ll receive a detailed recovery plan and direct access to our care team throughout your healing process.

How long will my results last?

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Facelift results can last 10 years or more, depending on your skin, lifestyle, and technique used. Maintenance treatments and skincare can extend your results.

Will I have visible scars?

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Incisions are hidden around the ears and hairline. Most patients find scars fade to fine lines over time and are easily concealed with hair or makeup.

What causes facial aging?

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Our faces age in 3 unique ways.

Soft tissue (skin, fat, muscle) volume changes : skin, subcutaneous (under skin) fat, midface fat, temple fat and lips all atrophy with time causing thinning, hollowing and harsh shadows. The opposite occurs in the jowls and neck where fat deposition in the jowls and hypertrophy or overgrowth of deep gland, muscle and fat tissues can give a heavy appearance to the neck. These volume shifts cause an overall aged appearance.
Gravity : facial soft tissues descend and rotate forward changing the facial frame from heart shape of youth into a square appearance. E Brows and upper eyelid skin become heavy and frame the eyes in a sad, fatigued way. This gravitational effect causes heaviness of the nasolabial fold (smile lines), jowls, and loose skin.
Bone loss : the obital bone (bottom eye socket) tends to shrink back and down causing drooped lower eyelids, the midface bone structure atrophies backwards, and the mandible (lower jawbone) shrinks thus worsening neck fullness. As a result aesthetically the jawline and neck become more square and heavy, deepening smile lines and marionette lines. Bone loss exaggerates the effects of gravity.

What is the cost of a facelift?

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The cost varies based on technique, anesthesia, and whether additional procedures are included. You’ll receive a customized quote at your consultation. Financing options are available.

Why Choose Dr. Rad for Your Facelift?

Dr. Ariel Rad is a nationally recognized facial plastic surgeon known for achieving results that are natural, elegant, and balanced. With elite surgical training, artistic vision, and decades of experience, he brings an exceptional level of care to every procedure.

Why patients choose Sherber + Rad:

Board-certified, Ivy League–trained plastic surgeon
Precision techniques that preserve natural expression
Personalized treatment plans based on facial harmony
Full-service, luxury experience with medical concierge support

Dr. Rad regularly treats patients from across the U.S., including NYC and Beverly Hills, who seek a discreet, natural-looking approach to facial rejuvenation, if you will be traveling for surgery, explore our Plan Your Visit page for more information. View our Facelift Gallery to see real patient transformations achieved with Dr. Rad

Schedule a Facelift Consultation in Washington DC

If you’re ready to refresh your appearance with natural, age-appropriate rejuvenation, our team will walk you through every step. Contact us today at Sherber + Rad and book a facelift consultation in Washington DC.