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How Much Does a Facelift Cost? Top Questions About Facelift Pricing

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facelift costEveryone wants to look their best and feel confident in their appearance on a daily basis. At the same time, most of the features that make people self-conscious cannot be treated or corrected for free. Many of my patients find themselves balancing the procedures they want with the procedures that fit within their budget.

If you’re considering a facelift and want to start planning ahead for your budget, I’m happy to help by answering your top questions about facelift costs.

How Much Does a Facelift Cost?

This is a very common question, but there isn’t an across-the-board price or a reliable average to consider. Every facelift surgery is customized to the patient’s needs, and there are many factors that affect the price of a facelift.

With that said, some organizations have compiled general pricing guides. According to The Aesthetic Society, the average cost for a facelift is about $7,700, while the American Society of Plastic Surgeons puts the average at $8,000. Keep in mind that these only include the surgeon’s fee, however – a typical facelift will also include anesthesia fees and hospital costs, and potentially other costs as well. Meanwhile, RealSelf estimates the average price of a facelift at about $12,000, without going into detail about what fees this includes.

Ultimately, the only way to know the anticipated cost of your facelift is to receive a personal consultation with your prospective facelift surgeon. In this meeting, we can discuss the results you want, the tailored facelift that can best produce those results, and the expected cost for that procedure.

What Will Affect the Price of a Facelift?

As I mentioned, the cost of a facelift varies considerably because many factors will differ from one patient to the next. Among many others, these factors can include:

  • The type of facelift you’re receiving
  • Any additional procedures you want to combine with your facelift such as eyelid surgery
  • Your location, as areas with a higher cost of living, will have higher costs for plastic surgery
  • Your surgeon’s qualifications, experience, and demand level
  • The facility where you have your surgery

How Can I Make My Facelift More Affordable?

First and foremost, I would advise anyone that for a facelift or any other medical procedure, cost should not be your top priority as you choose your surgeon and plan your surgery. Receiving a facelift from an inexperienced, unskilled, or unqualified surgeon can leave you with poor results that make you more self-conscious than you were before, or it could put your safety at risk.

However, if you choose a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon with experience in facial plastic surgery, there are still ways to make your facelift more cost-effective. One option is to choose a minimally invasive facelift instead of a traditional facelift, as long as it is a good fit for your facial aging and can provide the results you are expecting. For example, my Band Aid Mini Facelift is performed in-office using gentle numbing, allowing my patients to avoid the high cost of general anesthesia and the hospital operating room fees while still enjoying safe and natural-looking results.

Another key to keeping your costs low is to be cautious about following all pre-surgical and post-surgical care instructions. These instructions are designed to help your surgery and your recovery proceed smoothly, so they lower your risk of complications and the added cost of treating those complications.

Can I Finance My Facelift?

If you are concerned about waiting to save up for your facelift, you may not need to wait. While each surgeon has different options, I am proud to offer facelift financing through CareCredit®, an external company that provides financing for medical and cosmetic care.

Beginning Your Facelift Journey

If you and your budget are ready to take the first steps toward your facelift or Band Aid Mini Facelift, now is the time to start. Schedule a facelift consultation with me, Dr. John LeRoy, in my Atlanta office. Follow me on Facebook for more plastic surgery insights.

Reopening and Other COVID-19 Information

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Dear patient,
I hope this message finds you in good health and even better spirits. As many of you may know, our doors have been closed since March 16th, 2020 in observance of the statewide shelter in place legislation from Georgia Governor Kemp. However, in light of the lifting of this order, we will be reopening our plastic surgery office soon to resume serving you. We have taken great thought and care in the reopening of our plastic surgery office to best serve you and safeguard your health. Rest assured that we are taking advanced COVID-19 precautions including:

  • Installing high efficiency particulate air filters (HEPA) throughout our offices.
  • Conducting preliminary phone screenings.
  • Wearing advanced safety equipment.
  • Increasing hand sanitation protocol.
  • Socially distancing in waiting and exam rooms.
  • Checking patient temperatures.
  • Cleaning thoroughly in between patients in exam rooms and common areas.
  • Limiting entry to one person per appointment.
  • Removing all magazines from our lobby.

As we are adamant about doing our part, we kindly ask that all patients do their part as well. This includes:

  • Arriving on time. We will not accept patients who are more than 15 minutes late. We ask this for smooth patient transition and adequate time for sanitation and patient screenings.
  • Complying with a preliminary phone screening prior to your appointment.
  • Answering a small health survey and having your temperature taken upon arrival.
  • Wearing a mask upon entrance to the building.
  • Practicing social isolation for one week prior and one week after surgical procedures.

Please continue to practice CDC guidelines including social distancing, proper handwashing hygiene, wearing a mask, and staying at home as much as possible. See our “What You Should Know About Coronavirus (COVID-19)” blog for more information about COVID-19 and its risks, symptoms, testing, and more.

Your health and safety are our top priority. It is on behalf of our dedicated staff and our valued patients that we ask those who are experiencing any symptoms of COVID-19 or those who have traveled outside of the state of Georgia in the past month that you DO NOT schedule an appointment or visit our office at this time. Symptoms of COVID-19 include fever, cough, fatigue, headaches, muscle or joint aches, diarrhea, and shortness of breath in severe cases. Please contact our office at (404) 843-0840 if you have any questions about our new COVID-19 protocol or if you would like to schedule or reschedule an appointment. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook and Twitter for plastic surgery news, advice, and updates!

What You Should Know About Coronavirus (COVID-19)

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Coronavirus (COVID-19) has made an unprecedented global impact over the past few weeks. It has caused a disruption that will not cease until we get the virus under control. Most recently, we have been asked to extend our social distancing practices for another month in the U.S. So far, the best information written in laymen’s terms that I have seen online regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) has been shared by Dr. Dan Ketterer, an Infectious Disease physician from the Atlanta area, on his website. Due to the severity of the matter, I, Dr. John LeRoy, have taken a break from informing you about the intricacies of plastic surgery. Instead, I have synthesized some of Dr. Ketterer’s most important points for you to better understand this virus and how you can best combat it. For Dr. Ketterer’s full article, please see the link to his website at the bottom of this blog. It is important to note that this information is of April 6, 2020 and we continue to find out new information each day. In the meantime, here’s what I found most pertinent:

What is Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

In short, Coronaviruses are found in animals, primarily. Seven of coronavirus strains are known to infect humans. COVID-19 stands for Coronavirus Disease of 2019. COVID-19 is the clinical syndrome caused by SARS-CoV-2 which is the virus or infectious particle.

What symptoms should I be aware of?

Fever and cough are two of the most common symptoms of Coronavirus. Some patients also experience diarrhea, muscle or joint aches, fatigue, loss of smell, headaches, and shortness of breath in severe cases.

How is Coronavirus (COVID-19) spread?

Coronavirus (COVID-19) is often spread two ways, through droplet respiratory transmission in the form of coughing, breathing, talking to or breathing on someone within close proximity, or kissing someone. The other way Coronavirus (COVID-19) is spread is through fomite transmission such as infected surfaces and household items such as doorknobs, light switches, and countertops. A person may touch the infected surface and then infect themselves by touching their mouth, nose, or eyes.

Should I be tested for Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

If you suspect that you have mild symptoms of Coronavirus (COVID-19), it is vital that you stay in self-quarantine. This will protect others from contracting the disease from you. You should contact a doctor in severe cases. Many doctors now have telehealth and can advise you from the comfort of your home should you choose to forgo traditional treatment. For those of you who do not have access to local screening from your regular practitioner, please visit the free virtual screening service from Augusta Health. Please note that if you experience severe symptoms such as trouble breathing, please contact 911 immediately.

How can I protect myself from Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

  • Stop smoking
  • Improve your blood pressure
  • Improve your blood sugars
  • Practice social distancing (a minimum of 6 ft)
  • Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds
  • When you do not have access to soap and water, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer

How can I help combat Coronavirus?

  • Contact the elderly and depressed individuals who may be at high risk for disease contraction or loneliness as a result of social distancing
  • Cover your mouth when coughing in public
  • Set a positive example on social media and in public places
  • Donate blood if you are healthy and able. Many hospitals are or will soon be facing severe blood shortages.

You can rest assured that I will keep you updated on the status of this virus—remaining active on social media, blogs, and through newsletters. Although we are currently temporarily closed, we will continue to accept phone calls for anyone who has questions or would like to schedule or reschedule an appointment at (404) 843-0840.

Again, please keep in mind that new information is gathered each day about this virus. We will keep you informed as things continue to change.

Learn more about Coronavirus from the CDC.

Check government updates about Coronavirus.