How much does an SMAS facelift cost?

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A: How much does an SMAS facelift cost?

Peter A. Aldea, MD

I completely agree with Drs. Placik and Rand.  Your question implies an ability to purchase the same SMAS Facelift product from multiple vendors at great savings. That is NOT the case. Facelifts can be divided into - Skin only lifts, - SMAS Face lifts and - Deep lifts. Each one of these groups is... more

A: There is too cheap and too expensive SMAS facelift

Stephen Prendiville, MD

This is not an easy question to answer because there are a wide variety of surgical approaches and a wide variety of surgeons. Costs to the patient are lower today than they were 2 years ago. Unfortunately, expenses for the surgeon remain the same. Therefore, from a cost perspective of facility, anesthesia,... more

A: Facelift costs

Jeffrey E. Schreiber, MD

A facelift can vary from just a necklift to a full facelift with a necklift.  The cost is around $6-8000 depending on what you want done.  The recovery takes about 2 weeks, but the results can last 10-15 years!  Check out some before and after pictures to get an idea of what you want.  Good... more

A: Cost of a SMAS facelift

Otto Joseph Placik, MD

There is no such thing as "just one SMAS lift". Therefore it is hard to give any definitive cost estmate. Costs will vary based on length of operation (2-6 hours), anesthesia, facility, overnight stay, etc. Generally speaking the prices will vary anywhere from $5-20,000.

A: Cost should be your final issue in deciding where to go

Richard P. Rand, MD

 This is your face and you get only one good shot at a great result.   No 2 surgeons are alike and no 2 will give you exactly the same result.  Go to the doctor whom you believe is the very best and save your money until you can afford the procedure.   It is much better to do it this way... more

A: It depends on the surgeon and the surgery.

Toby G. Mayer, MD

 Some surgeons "tighten" the SMAS when they do a minilift which takes 1/2 the time as a full face lift with neck remodeling. So, it depends on what you need. See an experienced face lift surgeon who will tell you what is best for you. Make sure you like his work, because that's what you'll be... more

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