Facelift Surgery on the Upper East Side

Dr. Khosh’s Park Avenue practice has built its reputation around facelift surgery — the procedure that defines facial plastic surgery and the area where the surgeon’s experience matters most. Over three decades of practice, he has provided hundreds of facelift patients from across the Upper East Side, the tri-state area, and around the world with a more youthful and confident appearance through the most advanced facelift techniques available today. While other facial rejuvenation treatments — injectables, dermal fillers, chemical peels, and laser resurfacing — each address specific concerns effectively, facelift surgery combines the benefits of these techniques into one comprehensive procedure. It supports the underlying facial muscles that weaken and sag over time, removes excess fat from the neck, smooths wrinkles, and refines droopy jowls in a single, lasting result.

What distinguishes a facelift performed at Dr. Khosh’s Upper East Side practice is the breadth of technique available — the result of three decades of operating across every contemporary facelift approach. Dual board-certified by the American Board of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons (FACS), Dr. Khosh has been recognized as a perennial Castle Connolly Top Doctor and a Best Doctors in America honoree. With a Park Avenue office in the heart of the Upper East Side, his practice offers a convenient consultation and surgical experience for UES residents seeking comprehensive facial rejuvenation.

Facelift Surgery Options

A facelift is not simply a facelift. With the advancements in modern plastic surgery techniques, patients have several options to choose from — each designed to address different anatomical concerns and stages of aging. Dr. Khosh will discuss which approach is best suited to your individual anatomy and goals at your initial consultation.

Deep Plane Facelift

Available only through the most experienced cosmetic surgeons, a deep plane facelift can deliver dramatic results in a single comprehensive procedure. The surgeon must be deeply experienced in managing the surrounding nerves and tissue planes, as the procedure releases the retaining ligaments of the face and repositions both the skin and the underlying SMAS as one composite unit. Dr. Khosh has refined the deep plane technique across decades of practice, allowing him to deliver a profound transformation with results that typically last ten years or more.

Midface Lift Surgery

Through his understanding of facial symmetry, Dr. Khosh approaches a midface lift with an eye toward smoothing and firming the skin below the eyes, over the cheeks, and around the nasolabial folds. This area is one of the most visible features of the face — the region others see first in any face-to-face conversation. If you would like your facial rejuvenation to recreate a more youthful midface contour, bring in earlier photos of yourself during consultation; or trust in Dr. Khosh’s extensive surgical experience to determine the result that will most naturally fit your features.

Mini Facelift

A mini facelift is designed to slow the signs of aging rather than turn them back as comprehensively as a deep plane facelift or midface lift. The procedure is significantly less intensive, addressing the early to moderate signs of aging such as fine wrinkles, slight skin sagging, and early jowl development. A mini facelift focuses primarily on the midface area beneath the eyes, over the cheeks, and around the mouth. It is well suited to patients in their late 30s, 40s, and early 50s who want a meaningful refresh with less recovery than a comprehensive facelift requires.

SMAS Facelift

SMAS refers to the layer of tissue just below the skin known as the superficial musculoaponeurotic system. This structural foundation of the face is often a technical challenge for cosmetic surgeons, but mastering it is what produces long-lasting facelift results. Dr. Khosh has performed SMAS facelift surgeries throughout his career and understands both the challenges and the rewards of correctly handling this tissue. The SMAS facelift offers some of the longest-lasting results when paired with contemporary cosmetic surgery techniques.

Revision Facelift

Many patients get nervous at the thought of a revision facelift, often thinking of botched cosmetic surgeries. In practice, a revision facelift can refer to several different types of follow-up procedures. The most common is a procedure being repeated that had already proven beneficial — facelift surgeries are not permanent, and the face continues to age after surgery, so a successful initial procedure can often be repeated as a revision facelift years later.

Another type of revision facelift is a procedure performed to revise the outcome of a previous surgery. This does not necessarily mean the original surgery was done incorrectly or that the result was the patient’s fault — it simply means the patient is unhappy with the result and wants something different. Because the surgery may be recent, it is important to see a cosmetic surgeon who has extensive experience with follow-up surgeries of this kind. Dr. Khosh has that experience and is ready to help you achieve the result you desire at his surgical offices on the Upper East Side.

Minor Facelift Procedures

If you feel facial rejuvenation is for you but facelift surgery is not, several non-surgical or minimally invasive options can also produce meaningful improvement:

Non-Surgical Facelift: Combining injectable treatments such as Botox, Kybella, Juvederm, and other dermal fillers to create a younger appearance without the downtime of surgery; with the right combination and technique, these can deliver impressive results
Ultherapy: Ultrasound-based skin tightening that stimulates the body’s natural collagen production to smooth wrinkles and fine lines around the brow, chin, and neck — a non-invasive option with no downtime

Cosmetic Care Treatment Plan

The first step toward a younger-looking appearance is a consultation with Dr. Khosh at his office on the Upper East Side of New York. At this meeting, you will discuss your facial rejuvenation goals, undergo a thorough evaluation, and receive a treatment plan designed specifically for your individual anatomy and aesthetic preferences. Not every surgery or technique is the same, and none are designed to be universally applied. To discuss your facelift surgery options with Dr. Khosh, call (212) 339-9988 or contact us online to schedule your consultation.

What Dr. Khosh's Patients Say

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Based on 174 reviews

Meredith G.
Saw Dr. Khosh for a fractured nose. He reset my nose beautifully (and with little discomfort to me) and then discussed some of my sinus issues with me upon my follow up visit. Never felt like he was rushing me out and felt very confident in his abilities. I would highly recommend to anyone needing plastic or reconstructive options!

Jackie C.
Great front office, really good experience after what was a terrible accident. I was made to feel comfortable. Dr. Khosh is very good at what he does. I'm still healing but I'm confident of the results

Kaitlin M.
Dr. Khosh takes exceptional care of his patients. He has operated on me twice, each time making me feel extremely comfortable and satisfied with the results. His staff is also very kind and knowledgeable.

Diana G.
Dr. Khosh & his staff Susan & Christine are absolutely amazing! They were so supportive & helpful from beginning to end & they are just wonderful people. Thank you guys I truly appreciate everything you guys have done for me. I would recommend them to anyone & everyone!

Joann M.
After visiting and being evaluated by several doctors, I kept going back to Dr. Khosh. His tranquil spirit and professionalism were captivating. Thank you for a job well done and keeping me calm throughout the entire process. A special thanks to your staff Susan and Christine for all of their support as well. Hi highly recommend Dr. Khosh.

Leah G.
Upon hearing of the overwhelmingly positive experience a friend of mine had in choosing Dr. Khosh as her surgeon, I decided to make an appointment for my own septoplasty/rhinoplasty/turbinate reduction. Although I was slightly skeptical as the praise I had heard seemed a bit hyperbolic, all uncertainty dissipated after meeting the Doctor and his staff. My pre- and post-operative experience was excellent in terms of concerns adequately addressed prior to the surgery and mitigation of any bruising in the convalescent period. Despite my apparent predisposition to rather slower healing, a year after the surgery, my nose looks really pretty and my breathing entirely unobstructed! I highly recommend Dr. Khosh!

Courtney G.
AMAZING!!!!!! I had Dr Khosh perform lipo on my chin/neck and my result is unbelievable! Better than I could have expected! I met with a couple of surgeons and the second I met with Dr Khosh I knew he was the one I was going with. He was compassionate and explained every detail of what would take place during the surgery and what to expect during recovery. I even emailed a few times during recovery with various questions and he got right back to me asap which was really comforting! I honestly fully recommend Dr Khosh, he did an amazing job and is an amazing person.

Frieda S.
i can finally breathe!! Dr. Khosh made the entire experience a breeze, it was truly a pleasure to be under his care. I am forever thankful and highly recommend him. Not only does his work speak for himself, but he has excellent bedside manner. His kindness and patience is above and beyond. He takes the time to answer to every question you have to help you understand the process while at the same time making you feel so comfortable. From the first consultation i knew i was in good hands. I am so pleased with the result and forever thankful.