Modern Facelift Procedures for a Confident, Refreshed You with a Top Rated Facelift Surgeon
You don’t need a “new face.” You need your face to look like it belongs to the life you’re living now, confident, vibrant, and undeniably you.
At Aesthetics MD in Newport Beach, we specialize in facelift surgery that restores definition in the jawline and neck, softens heaviness, and creates a refreshed appearance without the tight, overcorrected appearance that many people fear. Our approach is designed for patients who want to look rested, elegant, and believable, up close and in every photo.
Physician-led, private visit ● Personalized options ● Discreet care for Orange County patients
When the Mirror Feels Like it’s Moving
Faster Than You Are
For many people, the first clue is subtle: a jawline that looks softer in pictures, a fold that deepens, or aneck that suddenly draws your eye. Over time, those small changes can start to feel like they’re stacking up. These are common signs of aging, and they don’t always respond to skincare or injectables, because facial aging isn’t only about the surface.
Aging changes the position and support of the face. It can affect facial volume, the way skin drapes, and the crispness of natural angles. That’s why meaningful facial rejuvenation often requires more than a temporary refresh. For many patients, a lift is the cornerstone of comprehensive facial rejuvenation because it restores support and facial harmony, not just the surface. The right surgical plan can bring harmony back, without changing who you are.
World-class Surgical Care
Led by Dr. Anton
Choosing a facelift surgeon is deeply personal. Your face is your identity, your expressions, your presence, your confidence. Dr. Mark Anton is aboard-certified plastic surgeon with dual fellowships in Face and Breast and is internationally known for creating balanced, natural looking results in the face, breast, and body. His background spans aesthetic work as well as reconstructive surgery, and he serves as Medical Director for OC Breast Surgery.
Dr. Anton has been selected for his achievements and patient care as one of Castle Connolly’s Top Doctors and was also recognized as a Top Doctor for Orange County, and Best Facelift Dr. in Los Angeles. As a Newport Beach plastic surgeon, he is sought out by patients who value refined outcomes and ameticulous, anatomy-first approach.
In plastic surgery, the most powerful work is the kind that still feels like you.
At Aesthetics MD, our philosophy is to enhance your natural beauty, not replace it. Dr. Anton blends a sculptor’s eye for three-dimensional form with detailed knowledge of facial anatomy, so each plan respects your features and protects your ability to look expressive, warm, and natural.
DR. ANTON’S EDUCATION
- 1990 St. Joseph Hospital/Carl Hartrampf, Atlanta, GA: Breast Surgery Fellowship
- 1989 Eastern Virginia School of Med, Norfolk VA: Cranio-Maxillo-Facial Fellowship.
- 1987-1989 William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI: Plastic Surgery Residency
- 1984-1987 William Beaumont Hospital, Royal Oak, MI: General Surgery Residency
- 1980-1984 Bowman Gray School of Medicine of Wake Forest Univ., Winston-Salem, NC: MD
- 1975-1979 Tufts University, Boston, MA: BS in Biology, Magna Cum Laude.
- 1974-1975 Lancing College, England: English and Biology Program.
- 1970-1974 Webb School of Calif, Claremont, CA: College Preparatory with Paleontology
DR. ANTON’S HONORS + AWARDS
- Global Top Doctor – 2021
- Top Doctor – 2020
- Best Plastic Surgeon in the West/Global Aesthetics Society – 2018
- Best Facelift Doctor, Los Angeles/CosmeticTown – 2018
- Castle Connelly Medical Ltd. Voted Into Top Doctors of Southern California by Peers
- OC Weekly Voted Best Cosmetic Surgeon by the Orange County Readers
- Tufts University: Magna Cum Laude, Dean’s List.
- Museum of Fine Arts School in Boston: Photography award, 1979.
- Webb School of California:
- Senior Honor Committee Member [Student Appointed]
- Richard Armour Poetry Award
- Track Team 1974: MVP
- Track & Football Teams 1974:CIF (Calif Interscholastic Federation)
What Does a Facelift Address?
If you’re researching a facelift procedure, you’re likely seeing changes that feel “bigger than one wrinkle.” A modern lift can be customized to target the areas that most often create an older, heavier look:
- Sagging skin and early jowling along the jawline
- Loose skin under the chin or along the neck
- Deepening folds and a downward pull in the lower face
- A jawline that has lost crisp definition
- Excess skin that makes you look tired, even when you feel great
If you’ve tried to correct individual issues but still don’t feel aligned with your reflection it may be time to consider amore complete solution.
Our Approach:
Lift Where it Matters, Not Just Where it Shows
The goal of a great facelift isn’t to stretch the surface. It’s to restore support, so the face looks naturally lifted rather than “tight.” In other words, the best results are not just skin deep.
Aesthetics MD is known across Orange County for plastic surgery that prioritizes balance, restraint, and long-term aesthetics. Dr. Anton evaluates how your face is aging, then selects an advanced surgical technique that best supports your features and your goals. This is surgical facial rejuvenation designed to look like you, only more rested and confident.
This approach delivers natural looking results because it respects how the face is built and how it moves.
Facelift Options at Aesthetics MD
Every face ages differently. Your facelift procedure should be designed around your goals and your unique facial structure, while keeping scars discreet and your expression unmistakably yours. Below are the primary options we offer in Newport Beach. These facelift techniques are selected to match your anatomy, goals, and timeline.
ENHANCED DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
This option is often recommended for patients who want significant improvement in the midface and lower face when changes are more established. A deep plane facelift repositions deeper support layers—working within deeper facial tissue planes rather than relying on surface tension—which helps create lift that looks smooth and stable. It tightens loose skin along the jawline without creating a ‘pulled’ look.
Common concerns it improves:
- Moderate to advanced laxity and jowling
- Midface descent and deepening folds
- Jawline definition and contour clarity
- Neck laxity and contour improvement
- A more cohesive, rejuvenated appearance
- Skin rejuvenation – ie: CO2, Morpheus, chemical peel
VERTICAL DEEP PLANE FACELIFT
This is a targeted lifting option designed for specific areas where support has shifted. For the right candidate, it can refine the mid & lower face while preserving natural expression and proportion.
Common concerns it improves:
- Mid-face & cheeck sagging
- Lower face sagging and contour changes
- Jawline softening
- Fold depth and facial balance
FAT TRANSFER
With age, the face loses volume. It can be replaced with injectables like Voluma and RHA, a biostimulator like PRF or with fat. A fat transfer harvests fat from one area of the body, filters it and injects it back into another area of the face or body. Fat transfer is a surgical procedure that improves the following concerns:
- Hollow cheeks
- Hollow under eyes
- Chin depressions and irregularities
- Fine lines and wrinkles
- Hollow temples
CELLSOUND
CellSound is a non-surgical procedure and the first truly cellular regenerative device in the aesthetic space. CellSound offers two modalities to treat signs of aging along with excess fat in the face and neck. It uses non-focused ultrasound combined with a patented electromagnetic field to shuttle fat out of cells while also stimulating oxygen, nutrients, and blood flow to produce collagen. CellSound reduces signs of aging and improves the following concerns:
- Sagging neck
- Sagging cheeks
- Submental fat
- Dry/crepe skin
CA DEEP PLANE MINI-NECK & FACELIFT
For patients who want noticeable refinement but don’t need a full correction, this option focuses on the lower face and the neck-jawline transition. Many patients think of it as amini facelift with afocused scope. It’s ideal for earlier facial aging patterns and patients who want ameaningful refresh with afocused plan.
Common concerns it improves:
- Early jowling and jawline softening
- Under-chin laxity
- Neck contour that photographs older than you feel
FACE AND NECK LIPOSUCTION
Excess fat in the neck and face can be caused by genetics, weight gain, hormone shifts, or the aging process. Face and Neck Liposuction is a surgical procedure with minimal downtime that improves the following concerns:
- Thick neck
- Undesirable profile
- Jowls
- Nasolabial folds
- Round face
NEOGEN LIFT
NeoGen Lift is our signature, non-surgical procedure that lifts and tightens the skin by regenerating the underlying tissues using a plasma based technology. NeoGen Lift offers dramatic results in the face with minimal social downtime. It reduces signs of aging and improves the following concerns:
- Sagging neck
- Heavy jowls
- Hollow cheeks
- Nasolabial folds
Real Results, Real Restraint
The best compliment after a facelift isn’t “You look like you had work done.” It’s: “You look rested.” “You look happy.” “You look like yourself again.”
Aesthetics MD patients often request outcomes that fit a Newport Beach lifestyle: polished, subtle, and camera-ready without looking altered. Our goal is a rejuvenated and youthful appearance that keeps your character intact, so friends notice your glow, not your surgery.
What to Expect: Consultation, Surgery and Healing
Your Facelift Consultation
Your consultation is private, physician-led, and designed to give you clarity. You’ll talk through what you notice in the mirror and in photos, what you want to change, and what you absolutely want to preserve. We assess skin quality, support structures, and how your face is aging overall, then recommend a clear path forward. You’ll leave with a clear recommendation and a personalized treatment plan.
Your Surgical Day
Your experience is built around preparation, comfort, and safety. Dr. Anton plans incisions carefully and works with a technique tailored to your anatomy, so the result looks refined, not obvious.
Facelift Recovery
Healing is a process, and we guide you through it. Most patients experience swelling and bruising that gradually improves over the first few weeks, with refinement continuing as tissues settle. You’ll receive detailed instructions and consistent follow-up so you feel supported at every stage.
Who is a Good Candidate For a Facelift in Newport Beach?
If you’re considering facial plastic surgery, the right fit starts with honest evaluation and a plan built around your goals. You may be a strong candidate for facelift surgery if:
- You’re bothered by jowls, neck changes, or facial descent that non surgical treatments can’t correct
- You want a more youthful appearance that still looks like you
- You value expertise, safety, and longevity over quick fixes
- You’re healthy enough to undergo surgery and plan appropriate downtime
A personalized evaluation with a specialist facelift surgeon is the best way to know what’s right for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About
Facelift Surgery
How much does a lift cost at Aesthetics MD?
Will I still look like myself?
That’s the priority. We plan each facelift procedure to preserve your expressions and your defining features. The goal is natural looking results: rested, not different.
Is a facelift only about tightening the surface?
No. Aging changes are not just skin deep. A well-executed lift addresses support and positioning, and it can also refine how the skin lays along the jawline and neck.
What if I’m worried about looking overdone?
You’re in good company! This is one of the most common concerns we hear in Newport Beach and Orange County. Our process is built around facial aesthetics, proportion, and restraint. That’s why patients choose a facelift surgeon who prioritizes subtlety.
Can I combine procedures?
Often, yes. Depending on your needs, a neck lift or fat transfer may be recommended to restore youthful contours and improve balance. As with any cosmetic surgery, combinations are chosen carefully for safety, healing, and the result you want.
How long do results last?
Results vary based on anatomy, lifestyle, and the natural aging process. A facelift can set the clock back, and you’ll continue to age, just from a refreshed starting point.
Ready For a Plan That Fits Your Face and Your Life?
If you’re noticing signs of aging that don’t match how you feel, you don’t have to keep negotiating with the mirror. Get a clear recommendation from a trusted facelift surgeon who understands balance, anatomy, and understated elegance.
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