Dr. Joel Kopelman, MD, FACS, is a facial plastic and oculoplastic surgeon with more than 35 years of experience, and you see a written price before you commit.
Key Takeaways
- In the U.S., the surgeon’s fee for a facelift alone runs $12,000 to $19,000 (ASPS, 2024), and that figure excludes anesthesia and operating room costs.
- At Kopelman Aesthetic Surgery, a deep plane facelift costs about $45,000 to $60,000, and a full face plan with eyelid, neck, or brow work is estimated at $60,000 to $145,000.
- Price depends on four things: surgeon experience, location, facility type, and how many procedures you combine. Compare quotes only when each one lists the same lines.
- A good quote shows the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia, facility, pre-op and post-op visits, and garments or medications as separate items.
- The $350 consultation, in person or by video, covers a year of visits and does not apply toward surgery. Insurance does not cover cosmetic procedures.
What Does Full Face Cosmetic Surgery Include?
A full-face plan combines several procedures that treat different areas at once for a balanced, rested look.
Common Procedures Included
- Facelift – Tightens sagging skin and deep facial tissues.
- Brow lift – Elevates drooping brows and smooths forehead lines.
- Eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) – Removes excess skin or fat from the eyelids.
- Neck lift – Refines the jawline and removes sagging under the chin.
- Fat removal – Targets specific areas to improve facial contour and balance.
You can have these in one operation or spread them out over time. If you are unsure whether your brows or eyelids need work, compare brow lift vs. blepharoplasty before your consultation.
How Much Does Full Face Surgery Cost?
How much is facial plastic surgery at Kopelman Aesthetic Surgery? A full face plan is estimated at $60,000 – $145,000, depending on which procedures you combine and whether the neck is included. Facial plastic surgery prices only compare fairly when each quote covers the same items.
Average Cost Breakdown in the U.S.
The facelift is the largest single line item in a full face budget, so start with the facelift cost. The table lists 2024 U.S. surgeon fees next to approximate practice prices.
| Procedure | U.S. surgeon fee (2024) | Practice price (approximate) |
|---|---|---|
| Facelift | $12,000–$19,000 | About $45,000–$60,000 (deep plane) |
| Neck lift | $7,500–$13,000 | About $40,000–$50,000 |
| Upper eyelid surgery | $3,000–$5,500 | About $10,000 |
| Lower eyelid surgery | $3,709–$6,500 | About $10,000 |
| Upper and lower eyelids together | Not reported separately | Est. $17,000–$20,000 |
| Brow lift (forehead lift) | $4,000–$7,500 | Est. $12,500–$15,000 |
For a rough national benchmark of full face rejuvenation cost, add the five ASPS ranges: about $30,000 – $51,500 in surgeon fees. That sum is not an ASPS figure.
Practice prices run higher because they reflect a deep plane technique and decades of focus on the face. Forehead plastic surgery costs less than a facelift: a brow lift is estimated at 12,500–15,000 (see brow lift cost for hooded eyes).
Full Face Plan Examples
These examples add the approximate prices above. They are estimates, not quotes, and your written quote sets the final number.
- Facelift with upper and lower eyelid surgery: about 62,000–80,000
- Facelift, neck lift, and upper and lower eyelid surgery: about 102,000–130,000 when the neck lift is priced separately, and closer to the example above when the neck is part of the facelift fee
- Add a brow lift: about 12,500–15,000 more
Facelift Cost by Type
Facelift surgery cost depends on the technique and on whether you have had a lift before.
- Deep plane facelift: about $45,000-$60,000. It lifts the deeper support layers, not just the skin; see SMAS vs. deep plane facelift for how the two techniques differ.
- Mini facelift: estimated at $25,000 – $40,000. It treats early jowling with a shorter operation.
- Revision facelift: Revision facelift cost is estimated at the deep plane range or above for a full secondary lift. A limited touch-up costs less, and your earlier surgery and scar tissue set the final quote.
- Midface lift: Midface lift cost is estimated at $25,000-$40,000 as a standalone procedure. A deep plane facelift already repositions the cheek and midface tissues.
What Affects Pricing and How to Estimate Your Costs
Key Factors
The cost of facial plastic surgery comes down to four factors.
- Surgeon’s experience – Experience affects price, and board certification matters (see the checklist below).
- Location – ASPS says its 2024 ranges reflect differences in geography and practice settings, so a facelift in New York and other large cities can cost more.
- Facility type – Accredited facilities meet national standards for equipment, operating room safety, personnel, and surgeon credentials.
- Procedures combined – Each added procedure lengthens operating and anesthesia time. Combining procedures can reduce shared costs, such as a second anesthesia session or facility fee.
What a Quote Should Cover
Ask every practice to list these lines separately:
- Surgeon’s fee
- Anesthesia
- Facility or operating room
- Pre-op and post-op visits
- Garments, medications, and any testing
Costs for Other Popular Procedures
Many patients weigh a full face plan against single-area procedures. Prices below are 2024 U.S. surgeon fees from ASPS, except where marked as the practice’s approximate price.
Estimated Prices
- Rhinoplasty: $7,500-$12,000
- Chin augmentation: $4,000-$6,000 (see chin implants)
- Facial fat grafting: $3,000-$5,500
- Ptosis repair (practice price): about $10,000 per eye
- Lateral canthoplasty (practice price): about $7,500-$8,500
- Facial reconstruction surgery cost: Varies with the injury or condition and is quoted after an exam.
For men’s plastic surgery, the same pricing factors apply. Men often choose facial tightening, eyelid work, or jawline contouring.
Less invasive options are sometimes seen as the least expensive plastic surgery, though results are more limited. At the practice, Botox is about $1,800 per session, not per unit. Restylane and Juvederm run about 1,800–2,500 per session, and Sculptra is about $2,500 per vial.
Paying for Surgery
Health insurance doesn’t cover elective cosmetic procedures, so plan to pay out of pocket. Reconstruction after injury may qualify when it is medically necessary, and ASPS publishes recommended coverage criteria.
What to Budget For
- Consultation: $350, in person or by video
- Time off: Usually 2 to 3 weeks away from work for a full face plan
Aesthetic Consultation With Full Face Plan: What It CoversÂ
An aesthetic consultation with a full face plan costs $350, in person or by video. The fee covers a full year of visits, as many as you need, and isn’t applied toward the cost of surgery.
At the visit, Dr. Kopelman examines your face and explains which procedures fit your goals. You leave with a written quote and a recovery plan.
Choosing the Right Surgeon
Checklist
- Board certified by the specialty board that covers your procedure; check any doctor for free on Certification Matters.
- Focuses on facial cosmetic procedures
- Member of a specialty society such as the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (AAFPRS), the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), or the American Society of Ophthalmic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (ASOPRS)
- Operates in an accredited surgical facility
ASPS advises choosing a surgeon certified by the right specialty board for your procedure and having surgery in an accredited facility. For a step-by-step approach, see how to find a good plastic surgeon.
Common Myths About Full Face Surgery Costs
Clarifications
- “Facial surgery is always unaffordable.” – Staged treatment lets you start with the area that bothers you most and add procedures later.
- “Insurance never helps.” – Cosmetic surgery isn’t covered, but eyelids that block vision may qualify. See the guide to insurance and eyelid surgery.
- “A cheaper quote is just as good.” – ASPS warns that steep discounts can mean cutting corners on anesthesia staff or an unaccredited facility. The cost of cosmetic surgery should reflect surgeon skill, safety protocols, and aftercare, not marketing.
What to Expect After Your Procedure
Recovery depends on the number and type of procedures; see the facelift recovery time guide for week-by-week detail.
Recovery Timeline
- Days 1–4: Swelling and bruising are most noticeable
- Days 5–10: Sutures removed
- Weeks 2–3: Return to work or light activity
- Weeks 6–12: Most swelling settles. Final results take 6 to 12 months.
Kopelman Aesthetic Surgery provides each patient with a personalized plan that includes pain management, post-op visits, and recovery support.
Patient Results and How Long They Last
Most face and neck lift results last 7 to 10 years (facelift vs. neck lift). Aging continues afterward, so you keep changing, starting from a fresher baseline. If you wonder about future touch-ups, see how many facelifts you can have.
See real outcomes in the facelift before and after gallery. The practice holds a 5.0-star rating across 125+ patient reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much is face surgery on average?
U.S. surgeon fees run $12,000-$19,000 for a facelift and 3,000–$ 13,000 for single procedures such as eyelid, brow, or neck lifts (ASPS, 2024). Those are surgeon fees, so ask in any quote what else it covers. A deep plane facelift at Kopelman Aesthetic Surgery costs about $45,000-$60,000, and a full-face plan is estimated at $60,000-$ 145,000.
How much does a facelift cost?
The national surgeon fee runs $12,000- $19,000. A deep plane facelift with Dr. Kopelman costs about 45,000–60,000, and the fee varies with the extent of dissection and whether the neck is included. Mini facelifts are estimated at $25,000-$40,000, and revision facelifts at the deep plane range or above.
What should a facelift quote include?
It should list the surgeon’s fee, anesthesia, facility, pre-op and post-op visits, and any garments or medications as separate lines. Match those lines across practices before you compare totals.
Why do surgeons charge different prices for the same procedure?
Experience, technique, location, and facility all affect price, and quotes differ in what they include. A much lower quote can signal cut corners, so check the facility and anesthesia details.
Does the consultation fee count toward my procedure?
No. The $350 fee covers a year of visits, in person or by video, and isn’t applied toward surgery.
Does insurance cover face surgery?
Not for cosmetic procedures. Eyelid surgery for lids that block vision and reconstruction after injury may qualify when medically necessary.
Your Next Step
If you’re considering facial surgery and want expert guidance tailored to your goals, schedule a private consultation with Dr. Joel Kopelman. Visits are available in person in New York, New Jersey, and Florida, or by video.
You’ll get a personalized plan, a written quote, and answers to your questions, whether you’re still researching or ready to move forward. Contact Kopelman Aesthetic Surgery today to book your consultation.
