Surgical Artistry for the Face
Dr. Luke Sturgill combines advanced surgical technique with an artist’s eye to deliver natural, refined results. Specializing exclusively in facial plastic surgery in Carmel & Indianapolis, Indiana.
All Surgical Procedures
Extended Deep Plane Face & Neck Lift +
Dr. Sturgill’s signature procedure. The extended deep plane technique releases and repositions the SMAS and deep facial tissues as a single unit—including the midface and neck—producing natural movement and long-lasting results that avoid the pulled or tight appearance of older facelift methods.
Learn MoreRhinoplasty +
Precision reshaping of the nose using endonasal (scarless) or open approaches. Dr. Sturgill addresses dorsal humps, tip refinement, asymmetry, and breathing issues while maintaining harmony with the rest of the face.
Learn MoreEyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty) +
Upper and lower eyelid surgery to remove excess skin, reposition or reduce fat pads, and restore a rested, alert appearance. Often combined with fat grafting for optimal under-eye rejuvenation.
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Endoscopic brow lift to elevate sagging brows, smooth forehead lines, and open the upper face. Performed through small hidden incisions for minimal scarring and a natural brow position.
Learn MoreLip Lift +
Surgical shortening of the upper lip to increase visible vermilion, improve tooth show, and restore youthful lip proportions. A permanent alternative to repeated filler injections with a well-hidden scar at the base of the nose.
Learn MoreFacial Fat Grafting +
Autologous fat transfer to restore volume in the temples, cheeks, under-eyes, and nasolabial folds. Uses your own purified fat for permanent, natural-feeling enhancement that improves skin quality over time.
Learn MoreOtoplasty +
Ear reshaping surgery to correct protruding, asymmetric, or oversized ears. Suitable for adults and children, with incisions hidden behind the ear for an invisible result.
Learn MoreNeck & Jawline Sculpting +
Submentoplasty and neck liposuction to eliminate submental fullness and define the jawline. Can include platysmaplasty for platysmal banding. Often performed as a standalone or combined with a facelift.
Learn MoreFacial Implants +
Chin, jaw, and cheek implants for permanent structural enhancement and improved facial balance. Custom and semi-custom options available for precise contouring tailored to your anatomy.
Learn MoreBuccal Fat Reduction +
Reduction of buccal fat pads through intraoral incisions for a more sculpted midface contour. Ideal for patients seeking enhanced cheekbone definition with no visible scarring.
Learn MoreSkin Resurfacing +
Laser and chemical treatments to improve skin texture, tone, fine lines, and scarring. Often performed as a complement to surgical procedures for comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
Learn MoreWhy Choose Dr. Sturgill
Dr. Luke Sturgill is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon practicing exclusively in facial aesthetics. His fellowship training under Dr. Stephen W. Perkins — one of the foremost authorities in facial plastic surgery — refined a technique-driven approach that prioritizes natural, harmonious results.
His patients don’t come from across the country for a “refreshed look.” They come because they’ve done their research, they understand the difference between a surgeon who does faces and a surgeon who only does faces — and they’re unwilling to compromise on the one area everyone sees first.
“Every face tells a story. My role is to help patients look like the best, most rested version of themselves — never like they’ve had surgery.”Dr. Luke Sturgill, MD
Procedure Comparisons
Facelift Techniques
Extended Deep Plane
Dr. Sturgill’s signature technique. Lifts the entire deep tissue layer as one unit—midface, jawline, and neck—without placing tension on the skin. Results last 10–15+ years and age gracefully.
Traditional Facelift
Skin-only or SMAS techniques that pull skin without fully addressing deeper structures. Higher risk of a tight or windswept appearance, with results typically lasting 3–7 years.
Rhinoplasty Approach
Scarless (Closed)
Dr. Sturgill’s preservation approach. All incisions inside the nose—no external scar. Reshapes by preserving natural structure rather than dismantling and rebuilding it. Less swelling, faster recovery.
Open Rhinoplasty
An incision across the columella provides full visualization of the nasal framework. Preferred for complex reconstruction, significant reshaping, or certain revision cases.
Volume Restoration
Facial Implants
Permanent structural enhancement of the chin, jaw, or cheeks. Consistent, predictable augmentation that does not change over time.
Fat Grafting
Uses your own tissue (microfat and nanofat) to restore lost volume and improve skin quality. Natural results that blend with your existing anatomy. Some settling expected.
Lip Enhancement
Lip Lift
Permanently restores youthful upper lip proportion by addressing the elongated skin between nose and lip border. Increases vermilion display and tooth show—a one-time structural correction.
Dermal Fillers
Adds volume without surgery. Reversible and non-surgical, but does not address structural changes like lip lengthening. Requires maintenance every 6–12 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
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