Mini / short-scar facelift
Shorter incisions around the ear, limited skin and SMAS adjustment. Best for mild lower-face laxity and early jowling. Shorter surgery, faster recovery, more modest and shorter-lived improvement.
Mini facelift cost in Turkey: 2026 prices and candidacy
A mini facelift in Turkey usually sits in the lower-end interval of $13,000–$15,000 all-inclusive with experienced facial surgeons in 2026. With the most credentialed names it can move into the upper-end interval of $15,000–$20,000. It is the lightest true facelift — ideal for early jowling — but it is not the right operation for everyone.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Safa Manav, MD, FEBOPRAS, Facial Rejuvenation Plastic Surgeon · Last reviewed August 2026
5–8 years
Typical longevity10–14 days
Back to presentable7–10 days
Fit to fly home
Candidacy
Who a mini facelift actually suits
The mini facelift works best for patients usually in their 40s to early 50s with mild lower-face laxity, early jowling and good skin elasticity. Through shorter incisions hidden around the ear, the surgeon tightens skin and makes a limited adjustment to the underlying SMAS layer.
It is not a cheaper version of a full facelift — it is a smaller one. If laxity reaches the midface or neck, a mini lift under-corrects and patients return for revision within a few years. That is why our surgeons confirm candidacy from your photographs before any price is finalised: the right technique matters more than the smallest incision.
Not sure a mini lift is enough? If your laxity extends into the midface or neck, a deep plane facelift usually gives a more complete and longer-lasting result. The surgeon confirms the right technique after reviewing your photographs.
Mini vs SMAS vs deep plane
How the mini lift compares
SMAS facelift
Lifts and repositions the SMAS layer beneath the skin for moderate facial laxity and jowling. The established workhorse technique: more correction than a mini lift, longer-lasting results.
Deep plane facelift
Releases and repositions deeper facial structures as one unit for midface descent, jowling and deeper laxity. The most advanced and most technically demanding approach.
A mini lift is the most limited of the three. For most patients with midface descent and jowling, a deep plane facelift gives the more durable result, which is why Medolea's surgeons work in the deep plane and the calculator quotes deep plane procedures. You can also read the SMAS facelift guide or see overall facelift prices in Turkey.
Free · 4 steps · 2 minutes
Get your personal deep plane facelift estimate
Four short steps — procedures, surgeon credentials, hotel and transfer, then your details. A verified surgeon reviews your plan and we send one all-inclusive price.
FAQ
Mini facelift questions, answered
How much does a mini facelift cost in Turkey in 2026?+
Budget clinics in Turkey advertise mini facelifts from around $5,000–$8,000, typically with limited aftercare or less experienced surgeons. With Medolea's verified surgeons, a mini facelift usually sits in the lower-end interval of $13,000–$15,000 fully all-inclusive. With the most credentialed, internationally certified surgeons it can move into the upper-end interval of $15,000–$20,000. The figure covers surgeon, hospital, anesthesia, medication, VIP transfers and aftercare.
Who is a good candidate for a mini facelift?+
Patients usually in their 40s to early 50s with mild lower-face laxity and early jowling, good skin elasticity, and no significant neck looseness. If laxity extends into the neck or midface, a full SMAS or deep plane facelift gives a more durable result — a surgeon confirms candidacy from your photographs.
How long does a mini facelift last?+
Typically 5–8 years, shorter than a SMAS or deep plane facelift because less tissue is repositioned. Longevity depends on skin quality, age, lifestyle and surgical technique.
Is a mini facelift cheaper than a full facelift?+
Slightly, but the difference is smaller than most patients expect — hospital, anesthesia and aftercare costs are similar, so the saving comes mainly from shorter theatre time. Choose on anatomy, not on a small price difference: the wrong technique is the most expensive option.
What is recovery like after a mini facelift?+
Most patients are presentable in 10–14 days and cleared to fly home around day 7–10. Swelling and bruising are milder than with deeper techniques, and stitches are typically removed before you fly.
Important: figures on this page are for planning only. Final pricing and suitability are confirmed after a surgeon reviews your photographs and health history. Message us on WhatsApp.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Safa Manav, MD, FEBOPRAS, Facial Rejuvenation Plastic Surgeon · Last reviewed August 2026