



Dr. Babak Azizzadeh is the Director of the CENTER for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery and the Clinical Chief of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery at Cedars-Sinai Health System. He is globally recognized by his peers and patients as the foremost expert in facial plastic surgery, specializing in deep plane facelifts, facial reanimation, and rhinoplasty. Patients and surgeons travel worldwide to benefit from his expertise and learn from his unparalleled skill. Dr. Azizzadeh has been recognized as a top plastic surgeon by US News & World Report, Newsweek, Super Doctors, and Castle Connolly for over a decade.

At CENTER for Advanced Facial Plastic Surgery, we focus exclusively on facial procedures, combining expert surgical skill with a personalized approach to help you achieve natural, long-lasting results. From your first consultation to your final follow-up, you’ll receive attentive care, privacy, and the confidence of knowing you're in experienced hands.
Facial plastic surgery at this level is a delicate balance of science and aesthetics. A deep-plane facelift goes beyond surface-level correction to restore foundational support, redefining facial harmony while preserving the authenticity of your expression.

By repositioning deeper facial tissues—not just tightening the skin—this technique avoids the pulled or overdone look, creating smoother contours and a youthful, rested appearance.

Unlike traditional facelifts, deep-plane facelifts offer results that age more gracefully over 10–15 years. Facial structure is lifted at its source, allowing for enduring refinement with minimal signs of surgical intervention.

This procedure improves multiple areas simultaneously—including the midface, jawline, and neck—restoring volume, lifting sagging skin, and reestablishing youthful balance across the entire lower face.
It’s normal to have questions before a procedure. If you have additional questions or concerns, book a consultation today.
A lip lift is a minor surgical procedure that elevates the upper lip by removing a small strip of skin beneath the nose. This shortens the philtrum (space between nose and lip) and gently rolls the lip upward to create a fuller, more defined smile.
You may be a candidate if you have a long upper lip, minimal visible pink tissue, or want more permanent results than dermal fillers can provide. A consultation will assess your facial proportions and goals to determine the best approach.
While fillers add volume to the lips, a lip lift changes the shape and position of the upper lip. It offers permanent results without the risk of puffiness or overfilling, and it's ideal for those seeking more definition, not just volume.
The incision is carefully placed in the natural crease beneath the nose and is virtually invisible once healed. Our surgeon uses meticulous techniques to ensure minimal scarring and optimal aesthetic outcome.
Downtime is minimal. Most patients resume light activities within 2–3 days, with sutures removed in about a week. Some swelling is expected but resolves quickly. Final results are visible within a few weeks and continue to improve as healing progresses.