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A Facial Plastic Surgery Specialist
His practice is dedicated to the face, with 1,000+ facelifts performed over his career. You're choosing someone whose expertise is built around facial rejuvenation.
Apply To Work With A Houston Facelift Expert Who Has Performed 1,000+ Facelifts
Dr. Raghu Athré is a double-board-certified facial plastic surgeon and developer of the 4D Facelift™, his whole-face approach to personalized facial rejuvenation.
1,000+
Facelifts
Performed
Performed
15+
Years Of
Experience
Experience
Double-Board
Certified(ABFPRS, ABOHNS)
Certified(ABFPRS, ABOHNS)
Castle Connolly
Top Doctor 2026
Top Doctor 2026
You Don't Need To Find The “Best” Facelift. You Need The Right Approach For Your Face
The changes tend to happen gradually.
My patients tell me they still feel energetic. They still have a full life.
But over time, they may start noticing that the face they see in the mirror or in photographs feels different from the way they feel.
They tell me they've noticed:
- Changes in the definition of the jawline
- Changes in the skin around their neck
- A different appearance in photographs or on video calls
- Occasionally hearing, “You look tired.”
Eventually, they might start thinking about doing something about it.
But then comes the harder question:
Who do you trust with your face?
You've probably started researching:
Deep plane. SMAS. Eyelid surgery. Fat transfer. Neck rejuvenation.
Everywhere you look, someone is telling you which procedure is “best.”
But here's what most of that advice misses:
There is no “best” facelift. There is only the right approach for your face
Every face ages differently.
That's why I don't begin by asking you which procedure you want.
I look at:
- Your anatomy and proportions
- What has changed
- What you'd like to change and preserve
- And how the different areas of your face work together
Then, and only then, do I determine the approach that makes sense for you.
That might involve a 4D Facelift™, deep-plane facelift, eyelid surgery, fat transfer, neck rejuvenation, or a combination of techniques.
Why trust me with that decision?
- 1,000+ facelifts performed over my career
- Facial plastic surgery specialist dedicated to the face
- My goal is a natural, refreshed result, not a pulled or overdone appearance
- A personalized treatment plan based on your individual face, anatomy and goals
If you're considering facial rejuvenation, I'd like to meet you.
Apply for a 75-minute Facial Rejuvenation Consultation with me.
I'll analyze your face, discuss what you'd like to change and preserve, and determine the approach I believe is right for you.
Dr. Raghu Athré
Double-Board-Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon (ABFPRS, ABOHNS)
1,000+
Facelifts
Performed
Performed
15+
Years Of
Experience
Experience
Double-Board
Certified(ABFPRS, ABOHNS)
Certified(ABFPRS, ABOHNS)
Castle Connolly
Top Doctor 2026
Top Doctor 2026
Meet Dr. Athré
Double-board-certified (ABFPRS, ABOHNS) facial plastic surgeon
American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery (ABFPRS) and American Board of Otolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery (ABOHNS)
1,000+ facelifts performed
His practice is dedicated to facial plastic & reconstructive surgery
Creator of the 4D™ Facelift
Developed after 10 years of research as his comprehensive approach to facial rejuvenation
15+ years of experience
Dedicated to facial plastic surgery
Fellowship-trained
Trained in one of fewer than 40 Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery fellowship positions in the U.S.
Castle Connolly Top Doctor 2026
Top 10% of his medical school class
University of Texas Southwestern Medical School
RealSelf Top 500 Doctor
H-Magazine Top Doc
His goal? Natural, refreshed results.
With an approach focused on helping patients look like themselves, not pulled or overdone.
Hear Real Women's Stories Of Working With Dr. Athré
“I want to feel refreshed”
Michelle, 50 · Actual Patient
“Dr. Athré ticked all my boxes.”
Pamela, 57 · Actual Patient
“I had every fear you can imagine… I am so happy with my results”
April, 25 Days Post Op · Actual Patient
Individual experience. Results and experiences vary.
6 Reasons Why Women Choose Dr. Athré For Facial Rejuvenation
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A Treatment Plan For Your Unique Face
He analyzes your entire face before determining your treatment plan, including whether a 4D™ Facelift, deep-plane facelift, eyelid surgery, fat transfer, neck rejuvenation or combination approach is right for you.
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Natural, Refreshed Results
The goal isn't to make you look different. It's to help you look like yourself again. Dr. Athré's approach is focused on a natural, refreshed result, not a pulled, overdone or obviously operated-on appearance.
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Local Anesthesia + Oral Sedation
For appropriate patients and procedures, Dr. Athré may use local anesthesia with oral sedation rather than general anesthesia. The anesthesia approach is determined individually based on the procedure and patient.
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A Recovery System Built Into Your Care
Your care doesn't stop when surgery is finished. The Athré Recovery System includes LED therapy, vitamins, hyperbaric oxygen and close follow-up to support you throughout the healing process.
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Personal Care From Your Surgeon
You'll work directly with Dr. Athré throughout your facial rejuvenation journey. From assessing your face and creating your treatment plan to performing your surgery and answering your questions, you get to know and trust the surgeon actually caring for you.
How It Works
Step 1
Start With A Complimentary Call
First, you'll speak with Dr. Athré's patient coordinator, who will learn about your goals, answer your initial questions and make sure Dr. Athré's approach could be a good fit before you invest in your consultation.
Step 2
Consultation With Dr. Athré
You'll have a 75-minute Facial Rejuvenation Consultation with Dr. Athré. It's a $200 consultation, deliberately designed to give him the time to properly assess your face and create your personalized treatment plan. You'll leave knowing what he recommends and why, which procedures are part of your plan, and your total investment. Everything you need to make an informed decision.
Dr. Raghu Athré
Step 3
Decide If It's Right For You
Once you understand your personalized treatment plan and total investment, you decide whether you'd like to proceed. If you and Dr. Athré agree you're a good candidate, you can schedule your surgery and move forward with your personalized plan.
Step 4
Have Your Procedure
Dr. Athré performs the procedures selected specifically for your face, not simply the procedure you thought you needed. For appropriate patients, many facial rejuvenation procedures can be performed with local anesthesia and oral sedation rather than general anesthesia.
Step 5
Recover With The Athré Recovery Protocol
Your care doesn't end when surgery is finished. The Athré Recovery Protocol includes therapies such as LED treatment, vitamins, hyperbaric oxygen and close follow-up to support your healing.
The Athré Recovery Protocol
All surgical procedures involve risks. Risks, benefits, alternatives and expected recovery should be discussed with your surgeon.
Apply For Your Facelift
Consultation
Consultation is required to determine candidacy.
Dr. Athré's 4D™ Facelift
A More Complete Approach To Facial Rejuvenation
A facelift can lift sagging tissue. But facial aging is more than sagging.
Dr. Athré developed the 4D™ Facelift to address the face more completely, looking at several changes that can occur with age:
Sagging Tissue
Deep-plane lifting can reposition deeper tissues of the face and neck to address changes in structure and definition.
Lost Volume
Structural fat transfer can be used to add volume in selected areas where volume loss is present, helping support facial balance.
Skin Quality
Regenerative treatments may be used to address changes in skin elasticity and texture that lifting alone may not address.
The result?
Rather than choosing a facelift and hoping it addresses everything, Dr. Athré can combine the techniques he believes are appropriate based on your individual face, anatomy and goals.
The 4D™ Facelift is designed as a comprehensive approach to facial rejuvenation, rather than simply making the face tighter.
The goal is simple: a refreshed, natural-looking appearance that still looks like you.
Treatment recommendations are individualized. Results vary, and no specific outcome can be guaranteed.
What Women Are Saying About Dr. Athré
4.6
251 Google Reviews
Individual experiences vary. Reviews reflect individual patient experiences.
Apply For Your 75-Minute Facial Rejuvenation Consultation With Dr. Athré
During your 75-minute consultation, Dr. Athré will personally assess your face, understand what you'd like to change and preserve, and determine the approach he believes is right for you, including whether a 4D™ Facelift or another combination of procedures is appropriate.
Here's what you'll get from your consultation:
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A personalized facial analysis: Dr. Athré will assess your entire face, including your anatomy, proportions, structure, movement, goals and what you want to preserve.
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A personalized treatment plan: He'll determine which procedures, or combination of procedures, he believes may be appropriate based on your anatomy and goals.
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A clear understanding of your options: You'll understand what he recommends, why he recommends it, and how the different procedures fit together.
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Your exact investment: You'll receive the information you need to understand the recommended treatment and total cost before deciding whether you want to proceed.
Note:
We're Currently Booking Facial Rejuvenation Surgery Dates In Advance
Because Dr. Athré personally performs every surgery, the number of procedures he can perform is naturally limited. If you're considering facial rejuvenation surgery within the next 3–6 months, we recommend starting the process now.
Your first step is a complimentary call with Dr. Athré's patient coordinator, who will answer your initial questions and help you determine whether Dr. Athré's approach could be a good fit. If it is, they'll help you schedule your 75-minute Facial Rejuvenation Consultation.
Apply For Your Facelift
Consultation
Consultation is required to determine candidacy. Surgical availability varies.
Frequently Asked Questions
You don't have to decide.
Dr. Athré believes the procedure should be chosen after your face has been properly assessed, not before.
He looks at your entire face, your anatomy, your goals and what you want to preserve, then determines the approach he believes is right for you.
That may include a 4D™ Facelift, Deep Plane Facelift, Headband Lift™, eyelid surgery, fat transfer, lip lift, neck rejuvenation or a combination.
There is no one “best” facelift. There is the right approach for your individual face.
His approach begins with understanding your whole face, rather than treating one area in isolation.
He considers your anatomy, proportions, structure, movement, what has changed and what you want to preserve before creating your treatment plan.
His goal is a natural, refreshed result, so you still look like yourself rather than pulled or overdone.
Recovery depends on your individual treatment plan and the procedures you have.
For appropriate patients, many facial rejuvenation procedures can be performed with local anesthesia and oral sedation rather than general anesthesia.
Athré Facial Plastics also has a structured recovery protocol that includes therapies such as LED treatment, vitamins, hyperbaric oxygen and close follow-up.
Dr. Athré will explain what you can expect from your specific treatment plan during your consultation.
Your investment depends on the personalized treatment plan Dr. Athré creates for you.
During your 75-minute consultation, he'll explain what he recommends, why he recommends it and the total investment, so you have the information you need to decide whether you'd like to proceed.
Starting at $35,000. Final cost varies based on your individualized treatment plan, procedure complexity, and services required. A personalized quote will be provided after consultation.
Facial rejuvenation is a significant decision, and you should have the opportunity to understand the recommended procedures, risks, recovery and investment before deciding whether to proceed.
There is no pressure to make that decision during your initial call.
The complimentary call with Dr. Athré's patient coordinator comes first so you can ask your initial questions and determine whether Dr. Athré's approach is potentially right for you.
If you proceed to the consultation, Dr. Athré will discuss the considerations relevant to your individual treatment plan.
The consultation is deliberately 75 minutes long so Dr. Athré has the time to properly assess your face rather than trying to understand your needs in a rushed appointment.
During your consultation, he'll assess your face, discuss what you'd like to change and preserve, create your personalized treatment plan, explain his recommendations and provide your total investment.
Before you invest in the consultation, you'll first have a complimentary call with Dr. Athré's patient coordinator to make sure Dr. Athré's approach could be a good fit for you.
Why Women Choose Dr. Athré
- Double-board-certified (ABFPRS, ABOHNS) facial plastic surgeon
- 1,000+ facelifts performed
- 15+ years of facial plastic surgery experience
- A treatment philosophy focused on natural, refreshed results
- Facial specialist, dedicated exclusively to the face
Apply For Your Facelift
Consultation
Consultation is required to determine candidacy.