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Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

Deep Plane Facelift in Bucheli Concept

About the clinic

A deep plane facelift at Bucheli Concept in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, offers a way to restore a youthful appearance by repositioning the underlying muscle layers. This procedure focuses on natural-looking results and is led by Dr. Carlos Bucheli, a specialist with over 20 years of experience in facial aesthetics. Because this method moves the deeper tissues rather than just pulling the skin, patients avoid the "operated-on" look often seen with older techniques.

The Deep Plane Technique

Unlike a traditional facelift, the deep plane method addresses the musculoaponeurotic system (SMAS) directly. Dr. Carlos Bucheli repositions and fixes this muscle layer into a higher, more youthful position. This approach moves the facial tissues back to where they were over 10 years earlier. Since the muscle supports the weight, there is no tension or traction on the skin. This prevents the skin from looking stretched or unnatural after the surgery.

Procedure Details and Recovery

The surgery takes place under general anesthesia. Dr. Carlos Bucheli makes precise incisions along the temporal hairline and around the ear. These pre-auricular and post-auricular placements help hide scars within natural skin folds. Patients can expect the following during their care:

Anesthesia: The procedure uses general anesthesia for patient comfort.
Incisions: Cuts are hidden along the hairline and ear contours.
Recovery: Initial redness in the scars typically fades over 6 to 12 months.
Results: The lifting effects usually last around 10 years.

Expertise at Bucheli Concept

Dr. Carlos Bucheli is a specialist in head and neck surgery, otorhinolaryngology, and facial plastic surgery. As the founder of Bucheli Concept, he has spent over 20 years refining his skills in facial aesthetics. His background in both functional and aesthetic surgery allows him to handle complex tissue repositioning safely. The clinic also helps international patients by offering remote consultations. This allows travelers to complete necessary lab work in their home country before arriving in Brazil.

If you are considering a deep plane facelift to achieve long-lasting facial rejuvenation, you can request a consultation through Bookimed to learn more about the process.

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Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.

Plastic Surgery

treatment	Price
Deep Plane Facelift	Price on request
Fox Eye Lift	Price on request
Cat Eye Surgery (Canthoplasty)	Price on request
Otoplasty (ear surgery)	Price on request
Blepharoplasty (Eyelid correction)	Price on request
Endoscopic facelift	Price on request
Forehead lift	Price on request
Droopy eyelid surgery	Price on request
Hooded eyelid surgery	Price on request
Mini Facelift	Price on request
Neck lift	Price on request
Facelift	Price on request
Rhinoplasty (nose job)	Price on request
Non-Surgical Nose Correction	Price on request
Nipple correction	Price on request
Tip rhinoplasty	Price on request
Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty	Price on request
Upper and Lower Eyelid Surgery	Price on request
Upper Eyelid Surgery	Price on request
Forehead Contouring	Price on request
Ear Reconstruction	Price on request
Breast Augmentation with Fat Transfer	Price on request

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Bucheli Concept: more details about the clinic

Brazil, Rio de Janeiro

Bucheli Concept is a private aesthetic medicine clinic in Rio de Janeiro. Founded by Dr. Carlos Bucheli, the center represents over 20 years of experience in facial aesthetics. The facility operates with four specialized departments. These units focus on facial plastic surgery, dermatology, and functional physiotherapy.

Facial Aesthetics and Harmonization

The clinic specializes in Deep Plane Facelift techniques. This procedure repositions and fixes the muscle-aponeurotic system under general anesthesia. Surgeons also perform endoscopic brow and forehead lifts to address aging signs. These methods work with deep tissue layers, so results last longer.

Specialists offer several procedures to enhance eye and facial proportions:

Fox Eyes surgery – uses cantopexy and lateral eyebrow suspension for an almond-shaped look.
Blepharoplasty – removes excess skin and fat from upper and lower eyelids.
Mentoplasty – includes both chin implant and chin reduction techniques.
Lipofilling – uses the patient's own fat for volume restoration and facial grafting.

Non-surgical options include facial harmonization with hyaluronic acid fillers of various densities. Physicians choose fillers based on the treatment area and desired volume. The clinic also offers Lip Lift procedures to refine lip shape and balance.

Otorhinolaryngology and Functional Rhinoplasty

Medical care combines cosmetic goals with functional nasal health. Dr. Carlos Bucheli draws on his ENT surgery background to treat internal nasal deformities. The team corrects deviated septums and airway narrowing through septorrhinoplasty. This unblocks nasal passages while improving the nose's external appearance.

Post-operative healing for functional nasal surgery follows a predictable timeline. Patients typically reach 40% healing within six weeks. Full recovery hits 60% after six months of proper care. Otoplasty is also available to reshape ears through discreet incisions behind the ear.

Specialized Medical Team

Dr. Carlos Bucheli leads the clinic. He is a Head and Neck surgery specialist with two decades of experience. Dr. Camila Vasconcelos, a dermatologist, rounds out the team. Dr. Natália Baracca provides aesthetic functional physiotherapy to support patient recovery.

Services for International Patients

International patients can start their treatment journey via online consultations. This allows direct communication with the medical team from any location. If surgery is planned, patients complete lab work and exams in their home city. This cuts the time needed on-site before the procedure.

Patients typically arrive in Rio de Janeiro one day before surgery. This visit covers final consent forms and standardized medical photography. The clinic provides support in Portuguese, English, and Spanish. Follow-up care includes structured guidance for successful long-term outcomes.

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Patient reviews

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Vatuze Goncalves

Jan 21, 2026

I had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The plastic surgeon is extremely competent, kind, attentive, and makes you feel very safe. He explained everything clearly, answered all my questions, and left me confident at every stage of the process. The clinic is impeccable: the environment is organized, clean, modern, and welcoming. Everyone on the team is polite, careful, and highly professional. I felt well taken care of and welcomed at all times. I’m very grateful and I recommend them with my eyes closed!

Fernando Santos

Oct 3, 2025

The best professional in Brazil couldn’t be anyone else! Vanessa is simply wonderful: impeccable service, a great reception, and an extraordinary level of professionalism.

Sara Rosane

Sep 15, 2025

The best decision of my life. Dr. Carlos is an extremely careful, perfectionist professional, and does his work with outstanding excellence. His entire team is incredible and provides support at all times, especially during the postoperative period. You feel safe and confident at all times—I'm only grateful.

Lorena B

Sep 12, 2025

After searching for a long time, I made one of the most transformative decisions of my life: getting surgery with Dr. Bucheli. I’ve been his patient since 2020 and, in all those years, I haven’t had a single complaint—though I do have one: I wish I had known him before, so I could have been this beautiful much sooner! My life really changed after going through his blessed hands. A huge thanks, too, to the entire team, especially Mariana, who was always there during the post-operative period, answering all my questions with care and patience. In five years of being with Dr. Bucheli and his team, I only have praise. They always accompanied and welcomed me, truly understanding each and every one of my needs. And he’s right: beauty really brings happiness!

Eunice Helena De Lira Rodrigues Serra

Jul 12, 2025

Dr. Carlos Bucheli is a professional who has an exceptional set of skills, knowledge, and experience in his field. His high level of specialization and competence is able to capture the dreams and desires of even the most demanding patients. He knows better than anyone how to achieve excellence without compromising the naturalness that the procedure requires. The Bucheli Concept clinic also stands out for its impeccable space and a highly qualified team. Excellence defines Clínica Bucheli Concept!

Debora DB

Jun 24, 2025

My experience with Dr. Carlos and the team was great. My nose looks exactly the way I had dreamed. They’re attentive and deliver exactly what we ask for. I strongly recommend their work.

lilian lima

Jun 16, 2025

I highly recommend Dr Carlos’s work. He is a great professional—very competent and extremely dedicated. He takes care of even the smallest details, and with all his experience, he gives you a great sense of security. Dr Carlos’s results are real. Besides my own result, which was very good, I was also able to see some other patients’ results who had been operated on earlier by him while I was waiting in the clinic reception for my follow-up. Every time I saw someone in reception happy with their result, I felt so relieved and safe that I had made the right choice. I felt I was in good hands. He also has a fantastic, very competent team, including nurses and caregivers. They are all super welcoming, attentive, and they never forget the coffee lady who spoils us and takes care of us all the time. For me, it was truly a wonderful and positive experience. I recommend Dr Carlos and trust his work. Thank you, Dr Carlos, and your whole team. Marília L.A.

Michelle Domingues

Jun 16, 2025

It was wonderful!! I love Dr Bucheli and everyone on the team. They’re always attentive and careful with every detail.

bi Oliveira

Jun 4, 2025

Passing by to leave my eternal gratitude to Dr. Buchelli and his team—from start to finish, I was never treated as well as I was by this team. My rating is 1000%. All the attention and care they gave me was very special. I’m extremely fulfilled to have the nose of my dreams!!! GRATITUDE 🙏

Patrícia Conceição

May 24, 2025

The exceptional work of Dr. Bucheli really caught my attention, recommended by someone I know. Everything I saw was truly surprising! In addition to being a talented professional, he is a true innovator in his field. Thanks to his dedicated work, I gained a new perspective on beauty, and more importantly, my self-esteem became unshakable. I am eternally grateful to Dr. Bucheli. A reality available to anyone looking for an exceptional professional and incredible results.