How Much Does A Face Lift Cost? - Nurse's Guide

How Much Does a FaceLift Cost and What is The Average Ccost of a Face Lift  

If you've been thinking about getting any plastic surgery and especially a face lift, one of the first questions that come to mind is what is the average cost of a face lift?  Naturally this can be a concern if you're on a budget or if you just want to get the best face lift at the best cost or best price.

Part of determining the costs of having a face lift will depend on whether or not you're having the surgery done in the U.S. or will be traveling out of the country say to Brazil or Mexico or any other of the European countries that perform a lot of face lifts at a low cost.

I’ll cover the U.S. process because there can be significant travel-related costs to consider if you're traveling outside of the U.S. for a face lift.  Not only travel and accommodations but if there are complications and you need further treatment and need to go back to the plastic surgeon in Mexico or Brazil that can significantly raise your costs.

So in the United States there have been surveys done of plastic surgeons. These are the plastic surgeons who are board certified - that is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Costs to consider for the overall costs are the surgeon's fee, the operating room fee, the anesthesiologist and anesthetic fee. If you're discussing having a face lift with any plastic surgeon make sure you find out if all these fees are included so there are no surprises later. Also ask if there are any additional fees that I haven't covered here.

What to do When You Call a Plastic Surgeon for Face Lift Costs!

When you call a plastic surgeon's office and ask directly to talk to the financial people in about what the cost of a face lift will be they're notorious for only quoting you the surgeon's fee.  This can make up to maybe 50-85% of the total cost.  So the final cost is hard to determine until you get all of the costs mentioned above.   So with only the figures in hand of the quoted fee you make an appointment with the plastic surgeon and when you're finally quoted what the face lift will cost you may be quite surprised.

You don’t want to bargain shop because you may receive lower costs from surgeons in clinics who are not accredited  So make sure the plastic surgery clinic, center of office is accredited.  You will find there are many dermatologists and other medical specialists performing face lifts who are NOT board certified and not accredited. Protect yourself and make sure you ask this upfront.

Surprisingly, the cost of a face lift in the United States does not vary a lot. The exception may be in large cities like New York or Los Angeles where there are large number of entertainers and celebrities and plastic surgeons who perform high cost face lifts.

Now your face lift can cost 50-60% more in New York for sure, than in other parts of the United States.

How Much Does A Face Lift Cost?

So what is the average cost of a face lift in the Untied States?  The average cost is $7000 to $9000.  As I mentioned, this is pretty much uniform throughout the US.

But keep in mind it can vary greatly due to the added fees.  This must be checked out in an initial call to the plastic surgeons office.  No sense paying for an office call if the cost of the face lift is too high.   Keep digging around on the phone with the staff at the surgeon's office.  You'll find someone who will be able to give you a good idea what the total cost will be,

Of course, it's highly unlikely your health insurance will cover a face lift.  The exception may be in extreme circumstances of facial injury but that would not be considered a face lift.

So there you go.  Now you know the average cost of a face lift in the United States.  Make sure you follow my tips and grill the office staff before you make an appointment.  Allow for extra fees that were not revealed or forgotten or missed in your discussion.  Read all contracts thoroughly so you know exactly how face lift problems or complications are going to be covered in follow up appointments. Ask questions if you don't understand.  Be prepared of complications and costs if they were to occur. Do a lot of research before you undergo a facelift and discuss any allergies you have to any drugs or medications.  Keep doing your research and you'll know that you've found the lowest cost face lift with the best board certified surgeon. 

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