How Much Does a Facelift Cost?

A good quality facelift procedure can be performed for as little as $5,000 in my area of the country, with a range falling between $5,000 and $11,000 depending on the number of additional procedures requested, such as brow lift and blepharoplasty.

In my hands, a facelift can be performed safely and effectively under local anesthesia in the office setting.  As a result, my patients do not have to incur the often prohibitive costs of general anesthesia and the cost for use of the facility and its staff.  

Besides being more cost-effective, a facelift under local anesthesia is also more appealing to patients who are concerned about the health risks of general anesthesia.  The recovery time or downtime after a facelift with general anesthesia is also longer after being put to sleep.  Finally, the experience of an office facelift under local anesthesia is quite a bit more private as compared to a facelift under general anesthesia.

Fortunately, for those living in the Salt Lake City area, the cost of a facelift is much less than many larger metropolitan regions.  While some of the higher priced surgeons try to equate cost with quality, this is often not the case.  Our practice focuses exclusively on procedures of the face, head and neck.  As such the quality of our facelifts is very high and the cost is reasonable.  Again, this is all we do.  Our fee is about $5000 for a lift alone and goes up from there if additional procedures such a blepharoplasty, lip augmentation, or skin resurfacing, is a added.  No one wants facelift at a bargain, but finding a surgeon in a smaller market (lower overhead), lots of great before-and-after pictures and excellent reviews, can save you thousands with fantastic results.    

This is a great question because the range is so variable based on surgeon experience, location, and medical factors such as previous surgeries or underlying anatomy. Overall, the range based on my own knowledge can vary from $20K to half a million dollars, depending on the part of the country you’re in and the experience and popularity of a surgeon. Cost is important because, of course, budgeting and having the funds to pay for this type of elective procedure are important in making your decision. However, I think the focus should be on the relationship you have with your surgeon. It's important to thoroughly research their credentials, to ensure they are double board-certified, and to know you like their aesthetic. Of course, you also want to see a lot of before-and-after photos of their work. Those are likely more important considerations than just cost.

Great question!
The range in pricing for facelift is perhaps the widest of any procedures performed by plastic surgeons and varies widely based on region and exact type of procedure, though even within the same region there can be significant variations in pricing structure. There are some that can charge upwards of 6 figure sums for surgery. On average, this can be from ~$5,000-$30,000.
A mini-lift, which focuses more on lifting skin than lifting the deeper tissue of the face (ie deep plane face lift) can sometimes be less expensive than a deep plane facelift. Similarly, a neck lift which is focusing solely on the neck would be less expensive than something more extensive like a whole face facelift.
Ultimately, the best way to find out the prices in your area would be to call around and schedule consultations to get a general idea. However, the most important thing is that you feel comfortable and confident in your surgeon and that you have shared goals and discussions. You can absolutely get great results without giving up your life savings, you may just have to search around a bit!
Hope this helps!

The average cost of a facelift (rhytidectomy) can widely depend on the type of procedure and location. There are different types of facelifts, such as: Mini-facelift, Traditional facelift, and deep plane facelift. A facelift is a major surgery that can produce incredible age-defying results. Every patient has different goals when it comes to their facial structure, pricing depends on each individual.

A facelift can average $10k to $18k depending whether you have a midface facelift that includes jowls and cheeks or a full facelift that includes the cheeks, jowls and neck. Also depends what part of the country you live in. There can be additional fees for anesthesia and surgery center facility use. The cosmetic coordinator can break down the fess for you.
Short scar or mini facelifts work well for many younger patients. This technique involves incisions within the temporal or sideburn hairline, extending along the front of the ear and ending just behind the earlobe.
Deep plane facelifts are best for people with more significant facial aging. This technique requires an incision that extends from the earlobe around the back of the ear and ending in the hairline behind the ear. The longer incision allows Dr. Olson greater ability to correct the neck.

The price range for a facelift in Paris typically goes from 9000 € to 20 000 € depending on the type of facelift (skin only, SMAS plication, High SMAS, Deep plane), the hospital, and the ancillary procedures that will be added to the facelift (blepharoplasty, temporal lift, lip lift, fat grafting, nano fat grafting...). 
Price varies greatly between surgeons, but so does the technique and attention paid to small details, just like in the US. So my advice is : "Do your home work, and don't select a surgeon solely on price". 

Each patient should have a customized approach to their desired rejuvenation. Some patients are good candidates just for a "basic" lower facelift and others will require additional procedures like eyelid surgery, eyebrow repositioning, fat grafting, etc. Also the cost can be much higher in certain regions of the country. In summary, the cost will vary depending on all this factors. In my area the range is approximately 7K-16K. The best advice is for you to have a good evaluation by an experienced board certified surgeon to discuss your needs an get the best possible result.

Thank you for your question. Cost varies from $7,000 to $20,000. I would advise you
to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon for a
detailed examination to discuss all possible treatment options and what your
expectations are.

The cost for a facelift will likely reflect:
- Your geographical region
- Complexity of the surgery

A Facelift is a procedure that should be individualized to your specific needs and attributes.  Facelift has become a sort of 'umbrella term' that encompasses many disparate procedures.  A facelift is a term that can be used to refer to treatment of the mid face, lower face, or neck, or all of these at once.  It is important for you to discuss your specific wishes with your physician so that a surgical plan can be made to reflect this, and be priced accordingly.  

Thank you for your question.  As with any cosmetic procedure, there will be a range of prices, depending on your geographic region, surgeon's experience, location of procedure (outpatient surgery center, hospital, in-office), anesthesia needs, as well as the complexity of the surgery.  With that being said, the price can range from $5000 - $13,000.  I would suggest being evaluated by a board certified plastic surgeon and make sure you discuss your goals and expectations.