| Procedure | Cost Range | Recovery | Results Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini facelift | $6,000–$15,000 | 1 week | 5-8 years |
| Standard SMAS facelift | $12,000–$25,000 | 2-3 weeks | 8-12 years |
| Deep plane facelift | $15,000–$35,000 | 2-3 weeks | 10-15 years |
| Full face + neck lift | $18,000–$40,000 | 3-4 weeks | 10-15 years |
| Thread lift (non-surgical) | $2,000–$5,000 | 2-5 days | 1-2 years |
| Component | Cost | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Surgeon fee | $8,000–$25,000 | 55-65% |
| Anesthesia | $1,500–$3,000 | 10-15% |
| Facility / OR fee | $1,500–$3,500 | 10-15% |
| Pre-op labs/tests | $200–$500 | 1-3% |
| Post-op care | $200–$500 | 1-3% |
| Compression garment | $50–$150 | <1% |
Non-surgical options (Botox, fillers, threads, Ultherapy) cost $2,000-$10,000 per year ongoing. A facelift costs $12,000-$35,000 once and lasts 8-15 years — amortized, that's $1,200-$3,500/year. After age 50, a facelift often becomes more cost-effective than maintaining injectable results. The decision isn't just financial though — facelifts involve surgery risks, general anesthesia, and real downtime. Many patients do injectables through their 40s and 50s, then get a facelift when injectables can no longer achieve their goals.
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