At Starkman Facial Plastic Surgery in Scottsdale, Arizona, 2025 has been a year defined by precision, personalization, and natural-looking transformations. As patient expectations evolve, the most sought-after procedures reflect a deeper understanding of facial anatomy and a demand for long-lasting, elegant results.
From rejuvenating the upper face to sculpting the neck and jawline, today’s top facial procedures are all about balance, refining features without compromising authenticity. In this blog post, we’ll explore the five facial procedures trending most at Starkman Facial Plastic Surgery in 2025, and why patients from around the country seek them out.
1. Deep Plane Facelift & Neck Lift: The Gold Standard in Facial Rejuvenation
The deep plane facelift, often paired with a deep neck lift, continues to be our most requested and impactful procedure. Patients in 2025 are increasingly educated about the difference between skin-only facelifts and deeper, more structural techniques that produce natural and enduring results.
Why It’s Trending:
Unlike traditional facelifts that rely on skin tension, the deep plane facelift lifts the underlying musculature (SMAS) and facial fat pads as a single unit. When combined with a deep neck lift, which addresses deeper structures like the platysma, subplatysmal fat, and even submandibular glands, the results are comprehensive, sculpting the entire lower face and neck with seamless, youthful contours.
This approach avoids the tight, pulled look of older techniques and instead restores a graceful jawline, smooth neck, and natural cheek projection.
Who It’s For:
• Individuals in their 40s to 60s with visible facial and neck aging
• Patients noticing jowling, neck laxity, or volume deflation in the midface
• Those seeking a long-lasting, one-time solution over repeated non-surgical treatments
What Makes It Unique at Starkman:
Dr. Sidney Starkman performs more than 200 deep plane facelifts annually, making him one of the most experienced facelift surgeons in the U.S. His approach consistently includes deep neck lift techniques where indicated, ensuring the neck looks just as rejuvenated as the face. Every lift is tailored, tension-free, and designed to fade into the background of the patient’s natural beauty.
2. Lower Blepharoplasty: Refreshing the Under-Eye Area
As patients become increasingly detail-oriented in their facial goals, the lower blepharoplasty has emerged as one of the most requested procedures in 2025. Focused on rejuvenating the under-eye area, this surgery softens puffiness, reduces hollows, and brightens the face.
Why It’s Trending:
The eyes are one of the first areas to show signs of aging, and in today’s image-conscious world, patients want to look as refreshed as they feel. Lower blepharoplasty corrects under-eye bags, laxity, and shadowing without altering the natural eye shape.
Patients are also becoming more aware of how under-eye changes affect the entire midface and often seek this procedure as part of a comprehensive rejuvenation strategy.
Who It’s For:
• Patients with lower eyelid puffiness, bags, or crepey skin
• Individuals experiencing tired or sunken under-eyes
• Patients in their 30s to 60s seeking a refreshed, not “done,” appearance
What Makes It Unique at Starkman:
Dr. Starkman’s technique involves internal incisions (transconjunctival approach) when appropriate, preserving the muscle and reducing the risk of lower lid distortion. Fat repositioning and laser resurfacing are often used in tandem to achieve a smooth, youthful under-eye area with minimal downtime.
3. Deep Neck Lift (as Part of Facelift or Standalone Contouring)
While the deep neck lift is often integrated into the deep plane facelift, in 2025, we’ve seen a surge in standalone deep neck lifts for younger patients seeking sharper jawlines and more definition, without lifting the midface.
Why It’s Trending:
Not all facial aging starts in the cheeks. Many patients in their 30s to early 50s are frustrated by early neck fullness, blunting of the jawline, or stubborn fat and muscle bands under the chin. A deep neck lift targets structures beneath the platysma muscle, including subplatysmal fat, digastric muscles, and even the submandibular glands. This creates a definition that simply can’t be achieved with liposuction or skin tightening alone.
As patients better understand the anatomy of the neck, they’re increasingly seeking surgical solutions that offer long-term, elegant contouring.
Who It’s For:
• Patients with full or thick necks but minimal midface aging
• Individuals who are not yet ready for a full facelift
• Those frustrated with poor results from non-surgical options like Kybella or Morpheus
What Makes It Unique at Starkman:
Dr. Starkman’s comprehensive approach to the neck goes far beyond surface-level liposuction. He performs deep neck lifts either as part of his deep plane facelifts or as a standalone procedure, creating precise angles, defined jawlines, and graceful transitions between the face and neck.
4. Endoscopic Brow Lift: Subtle Elevation, Powerful Impact
Gone are the days of heavy-handed brow lifts. In 2025, the endoscopic brow lift is one of the most requested procedures for patients seeking upper face rejuvenation that looks effortless, not exaggerated.
Why It’s Trending:
This minimally invasive technique elevates the outer brow and softens forehead heaviness using small incisions hidden within the hairline. With the aid of a small camera (endoscope), the brows are repositioned naturally, without over-lifting or scarring.
The result is a rested, youthful look that opens the eyes and enhances the upper face. It’s frequently combined with upper eyelid surgery to create a clean, refreshed appearance.
Who It’s For:
• Patients with brow descent, hooding, or upper lid heaviness
• Individuals who want upper facial rejuvenation without a full forehead lift
• Men and women seeking subtle, natural enhancement
What Makes It Unique at Starkman:
Dr. Starkman uses advanced endoscopic instrumentation to lift and secure the brows without over-elevating. His incisions are virtually invisible, and the outcomes consistently preserve natural expression while restoring a youthful arch. The endoscopic approach also minimizes recovery time compared to traditional coronal lifts.
5. Lip Lift Surgery: Vertical Rejuvenation of the Central Face
Rounding out our top 5 procedures is one that’s seen a sharp rise in popularity across all age groups: the lip lift. Unlike injectable fillers that add volume, the lip lift reshapes the proportions of the upper lip, enhancing youthfulness and facial harmony.
Why It’s Trending:
With age (or sometimes genetics), the space between the upper lip and nose lengthens, causing the lips to look thinner and the smile to appear aged or less vibrant. A lip lift surgically shortens this distance, increasing the amount of visible pink lip and enhancing tooth show.
In 2025, patients will choose lip lifts over repeated filler appointments and realize the volume limitations without support. The procedure delivers a permanent, refined enhancement without the puffiness often associated with injectables.
Who It’s For:
• Patients with a long upper lip or minimal tooth show when smiling
• Those looking for a natural, proportional enhancement
• Individuals tired of repeated lip filler appointments
What Makes It Unique at Starkman:
Dr. Starkman uses a precise “bullhorn” technique, placing the incision discreetly at the base of the nose. Closure is performed with layered sutures to ensure minimal scarring and optimal symmetry. In select cases, he performs lip lift surgery alongside rhinoplasty or facelift procedures to enhance the central facial balance holistically.
The Takeaway: Precision and Personalization Define 2025
The top trending facial procedures at Starkman Facial Plastic Surgery in 2025 all share a common thread: they are tailored, anatomical, and designed for longevity. Whether it’s rejuvenating the deep neck, refining the under-eyes, or elevating the brows and lips with restraint, today’s patients are not chasing trends; they’re choosing procedures that respect their natural beauty and deliver surgical excellence.
At Starkman Facial Plastic Surgery, every procedure begins with a comprehensive consultation, where the goals, anatomy, and expectations of each patient guide the surgical plan. Whether you’re looking for subtle refinement or a complete facial transformation, you deserve results that are not only visible, but enduring and authentic.
Ready to explore what’s possible for your face in 2025?
Schedule a private consultation with Dr. Starkman to discover how these trending procedures—and others—can be customized to you.