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How Much Does a Lifestyle Lift Cost?

asked 3 years ago by anon
Latest answer by Richard Ellenbogen, MD
Question viewed 319,843 times
Tags: costs, price

Is the Lifestyle Lift expensive? How much does Lifestyle Lift cost and what are my payment plan or financing options?  How does Lifestyle Lift price compare with the cost of other mini lift surgeries?

27 answers to How Much Does a Lifestyle Lift Cost?

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Cost of lifestyle lift ...the quality remains when the price is long forgotten

I feel you definitely get a facelift for cheap but all the qualities you want out of a facelift are not there. The experience, the longevity , the result. The revision you may need for scarring from another doctor must be added in..Do you want to be awake when they are doing your procedure it isnt getting a filling in the dentists office its a major procedure if done right and lifestyle lift isn't in my opinion.
Richard Ellenbogen, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon

www.beverlyhillsbody.com

+1

Cost of LifeStyle lift

The best way to find out is simply to give them a call. That being said RealSelf has a forum section and they listed $6,177 average price for Lifestyle Lift in Orange County, California but I suspect it varies based on number of procedures done at the same time and perhaps geographically. Please be careful as cost is measured in more than just dollars especially if you do not get the results you planned on. It might be wise to check reviews to see others' experience... more
Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS

Orange County Plastic Surgeon

drnichter.com

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Add to your Lifestyle Lift cost any revision surgery you require

Our practice specializes in revision facelifts. Revision facelifts are our most common procedure. I have seen a number of LifeStyle lift patients. Their scarring was considerable and in some cases the location of incisions inexplicable. They had the same scars as they would have had from a full facelift, but only a little skin had been undermined. The results were subpar to say the least. The cost to revise the work was greater than it would have been had they come here initially. ... more
Brent Moelleken, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon
+13

You Get What You Pay For....Or Not!

As the popularity of cosmetic surgery has grown, so has the competition to attract more patients. This has created price competition as well as a thriving market in medical tourism. The expanded awareness has also spurred creativity in the marketing of "new" procedures designed to fill a certain price-point, which also can be marketed as "less-invasive" or "faster recovery" in order to appeal to patients who might be testing the waters of cosmetic surgery for... more
Athleo Louis Cambre, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
+12

The most improtant question about the Lifestyle Lift is...

The most improtant question about the Lifestyle Lift is not the cost but whether or not it will give you the result you want and whether it will last as long as you are hoping. It is a kind of "mini" facelift and because of that it usually cannot deliver as dramatic an improvement or one that lasts as long as a properly performed cheek and neck lift. This is especially true if you have a lot of loose skin and/or fat in the front of your neck, below your chin. The results of a... more
Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
+10

Price isn't the concern for Lifestyle Lift!

The Lifestyle Lift is nothing more than a limited incision facelift. The term Lifestyle lift has been trademarked by a coporation that has placed centers around the U.S. and hired surgeons (some of them very qualified) to perform the lift. In some cases, you might be a good candidate for a Lifestyle lift, but the problem is that you may not receive the appropriate procedure for your particular problem or the necessary pre and post-operative care you deserve by going to a mass marketed... more
Edward Buckingham, MD

Austin Facial Plastic Surgeon
+9

Lifestyle Lift is a gimmick at any price.

Hi! In general, it is best to avoid operations with a brand name or a catchy title. In real scientific medicine, there are no secrets. Here's what to do: Go to a board certified plastic surgeon, and ask her or him what can be done for you with minimally invasive surgery. And ask to see a lot of before and after pictures. Then get another opinion. I don't know any reputable surgeon who does the Lifestyle Lift. So you can draw your own conclusions.
George J. Beraka, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
+9

Cost of a Facelift

The price of a lifestyle lift is likely far less than a facelift customized for you by an experienced, well trained plastic surgeon. But, the cost in terms of complications, unsatisfactory results or possible reoperations could be very significant. The results of a good facelift are long lasting. The results of a bad facelift are forever. My time on the day of surgery will benefit my patients the rest of their lives. Personally, for me, it would be a soulless pursuit for my office to... more
Michael Law, MD

Raleigh-Durham Plastic Surgeon
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LIFESTYLE LIFT cost: Caution - revisions plus "little extras"

In addition to the comments by my colleagues regarding costs of revisionary surgical procedures, also be aware about the "extras" CAUTION! CAUTION! CAUTION! BUYER BEWARE! Commonly, the Lifestyle lift addresses the jawline. If you read their website carefully, and I am quoting from the DISCLAIMER page of their website: "The Lifestyle Lift® facial firming procedure usually takes approximately one hour to complete under local anesthesia but may require more time to achieve... more
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Calculating the true cost of Lifestyle Lift

To calculate the true cost of a lifestyle lift, add the cost of a second revision operation by a board certified plastic surgeon. Next, add the cost of dissatisfaction and the embarrassment of facial distortion until you can get the problems fixed.
Robert M. Freund, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
+7

Lifestyle Lift is a "proprietary" procedure

To my knowledge, the Lifestyle Lift is a "proprietary" procedure, which is to say that this company holds their procedure as a "trade secret." The American Medical Association has come out against holding any medical procedure as proprietary and believes that this goes against the nature of the medical profession. I concur. A Latin phrase comes to mind here, "caveat emptor," which translates to "buyer beware." This is a corporate practice of medicine,... more
Nick Slenkovich, MD

Denver Plastic Surgeon
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Great facelift result comes from the surgeon

The concept of performing facelifts or mini facelifts under local anesthesia is not new. What is new is the mass marketing campaigns and the time constraints placed on performing a facelift. Every surgeon has their own operative tempo, and some can successfully perform a facelift in a short period of time. However, what I have seen in my practice is a number of poorly performed facelift that truly looked "rushed". The craftsmanship and attention to detail in many cases was poor.... more
Amir M. Karam, MD

San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Regarding the cost of a Lifestyle Lift, you get what you pay for

In my experience, the patients I have seen who have had the lifestyle lift had a result that lasted for less than a year. They were not happy and felt that they still needed more surgery. Thus they felt that they had wasted their money.
William B. Rosenblatt, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
+7

Lifestyle lift price can end-up being a great deal more than a regular face lift!

It can end-up costing a great deal more than a regular face lift! By that I mean there have been a few instances when a Lifestyle lift has left significant scarring and earlobe deformity, which required additional surgery and scar revision. When all was set and done the patients ended up spending close to $20,000. I agree with others' comments that you get what you pay for. There is a reason why Lifestyle lift users are less than half as likely to feel that the procedure was... more
Sam Naficy, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Do Your Homework: Cost is Important But Not the Most Important Feature in Your decision

Goals Think about what you are trying to achieve with a procedure. A lifestyle lift is advertised as a 1 hour procedure performed under local anesthesia, designed to tighten your jowls and face. A lifestyle lift (as advertised and promoted) alone will not contour a heavy neck. More substantial procedures are required to address a heavy neck and will take quite a bit longer than an hour. Would you like to sit still while awake for a 3-4 hour procedure? Few people would. Anesthesia Is... more
Stephen Prendiville, MD

Fort Myers Facial Plastic Surgeon
+6

Short life and little style for Lifestyle Lift

As in most things in life, you usually get what you pay for. Good facial rejuvination takes more than a lift and is truly as customized as a nasal surgery.
Nathan Mayl, MD

Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon
+6

Lifestyle Lift Price

Let's answer your question first. The cost of a Lifestylelift should be around the mid $4,500. You are saving the thousands of dollars that anesthesia would cost at a hospital. Still you are going to get the same results as the regular facelift. It depends on the concerns and findings that you have during your consultation. Depending on the type of aging that you have, you might need a limited incision lift or a full face lift to achieve your goals. You may also need upper and/or lower... more
Gustavo A. Diaz, MD

Charlotte Facial Plastic Surgeon
+5

Caution with the Lifestyle Lift: One Size Does Not Fit All

For our patients seeking facial rejuvenation we provide a tailored approach for each individual.  In general a treatment plan may consist of topical skin care, laser treatments, injections, and finally surgery.  We do not believe the each patient would benefit from a standard facelift, and in fact many patients obtain excellent, long lasting results from minimally invasive treatments.  Some patients do require surgery, but their operation is planned according the their... more
Neil J. Zemmel, MD

Richmond Plastic Surgeon
+5

Inexpensive Face lift surgery

A major attraction of these "mini" procedures is that they don't cost much - but be aware that revisional surgical procedures used to correct any problems from these procedures are going to be much more expensive than a well executed primary operation. Read patient reviews and do your homework. Dr.B
Michael A. Bogdan, MD

Dallas Plastic Surgeon
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I believe the cost of life style lift is determined by the corporation and is standard

As with any other surgical procedure one needs to research both the procedure and the surgeon.  It may best to contact several patients who are at least 6 months after their lift to see if the procedure was effective.
Amir Moradi, MD

San Diego Facial Plastic Surgeon
+4

Lifts are not equal

Be wary of trademarked big chain slickly marketed procedures. The satisfaction ratings on this website speak volumes about this procedure (low 40%). This is a difficult topic for a patient sort out through web research. My advice would be to seek a couple of reputable surgeons in your community and discuss the various options. We discuss a mini facelift and a full facelift option with all patients, so the patients can see what procedure fits their goals and their budget. Most surgeons... more
Pramit Malhotra, MD

Ann Arbor Plastic Surgeon
+4

Be very very careful....

Hello,  Many of us have seen nightmares with the Lifestyle lift. As far as I can determine, it is not an operation but a marketing campaign. They seem to sell the inquiries to a list of surgeons who operate at a cut rate (no pun intended.)
John P. Di Saia, MD

Orange Plastic Surgeon
+3

Avoid "Cookie Cutter" Procedures

I would caution you to avoid surgical procedures with a "one size fits all" techniques. A facelift procedure, whether is is a "mini" or traditional lift requires years of training and experience. There is a reason why you will be hard pressed to find ANY board certified plastic surgeons performing the "lifestyle lift". Every surgery should be individualized to meet the specific needs of each patient. When a surgeon is fully trained, he/she can design your best... more
David Rankin, MD

Jupiter Plastic Surgeon
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Lifestyle Lift price may be high

A lifestyle lift or any of these marketed terms are ways for patients to be lured in to have surgery. Some surgeons performing these operations are not board certified plastic surgeons. Therefore, they do not have the same training and may not have the expertise to give you a good and safe result. If this is the case, you may need to go on to have a revision, which may not correct all the problems that you may have received from the previous surgery.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
+3

Lifestyle Lift cost

Lifestyle Lift usually costs about $4,000 - 6,000, depending on whether or not you have any additional procedures, such as neck liposuction, upper and/or lower lids done at the same time. The price is usually similar to the price of a mini face lift.
Stella Desyatnikova, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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What is the cost of a Lifestyle Lift

The Lifestyle Lift is a trademark that generally refers to a lower face lift. The lift is usually performed using one of the most traditional techniques in facelifting. This technique is imbrication or plication of the SMAS. This means that the muscle in the face is either cut, lifted, and sutured, or folded on itself and sutured. The result is that jowling and laxity in the neck can be addressed resulting in a more youthful look. The Lifestyle Lift is done using local anesthetic. This... more
Todd C. Miller, MD

Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.toddmillermd.com

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The cost of a Lifestyle Lift

The price of a Lifestyle Lift may not fully reflect the true total cost. The Lifestyle Lift business model is to give low prices and do high volume. You may get a low price, but you're not really getting a bargain. You may very well get more than you're bargaining for. I host a weekly radio show about aesthetic procedures and products called, "New Reflections". We did a two part episode about the Lifestyle Lift. I would recommend that anyone possibly considering... more
Adam Rubinstein, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon

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