Lower Facelift Turkey Cost 2026: Jowls & Jawline

Lower facelift surgery in Turkey is a facial rejuvenation procedure designed primarily to address jowls, loss of jawline definition and selected tissue laxity in the lower third of the face.

Clinic Care Center’s current estimated Lower Facelift Turkey cost 2026 is approximately $4,500–$6,000 for a lower facelift / SMAS-based facelift treatment plan.

When significant neck laxity is also present, a combined lower facelift and neck lift may be considered. The current Clinic Care Center estimate for a combined facelift and neck lift is approximately $6,000–$8,000.

These are estimated treatment ranges rather than guaranteed prices. The final quotation depends on the surgical technique, degree of tissue laxity, whether the neck requires treatment, anesthesia, previous facial surgery and the individual treatment plan.

For a broader overview of facelift techniques, see our Facelift in Turkey guide.

Lower Facelift Turkey Cost 2026

These are indicative treatment ranges and not guaranteed quotations.

The final cost may vary according to:

• the facelift technique selected;
• degree of jowling and lower-face laxity;
• whether neck treatment is required;
• primary or revision facelift surgery;
• previous facial or neck surgery;
• anesthesia requirements;
• operating time;
• hospital requirements;
• preoperative medical assessment;
• additional procedures when medically appropriate;
• postoperative follow-up;
• accommodation and transfers when specifically included.

International patients should receive a written quotation explaining exactly which medical and travel-related services are included before making travel arrangements.

What Is a Lower Facelift?

A lower facelift is a form of facial rejuvenation focused primarily on the lower third of the face.

Depending on the patient’s anatomy, it may address:

• jowls;
• loss of jawline definition;
• lower-cheek tissue descent;
• selected marionette-region laxity;
• loose skin around the lower face;
• selected tissues extending toward the upper neck.

The term lower facelift does not describe one universally standardized surgical technique.

Different plastic surgeons may use techniques involving:

• SMAS plication;
• SMASectomy;
• SMAS flap elevation;
• limited-incision approaches;
• deep-plane dissection in selected patients;
• other individualized facelift techniques.

The appropriate approach should be selected according to anatomy rather than simply choosing a procedure by name.

What Are Jowls?

Jowls describe tissue descent and fullness along the sides of the lower jaw that can reduce definition between the face and neck.

Jowl formation is multifactorial and can involve:

• skin laxity;
• changes in facial fat distribution;
• descent of soft tissues;
• changes in facial retaining ligaments;
• skeletal ageing;
• loss of structural support.

A lower facelift can reposition selected tissues contributing to jowling, but it cannot stop the natural ageing process.

What Can a Lower Facelift Improve?

A lower facelift may improve selected concerns such as:

• sagging along the jawline;
• jowls;
• loss of mandibular definition;
• selected lower-face folds;
• loose lower-face skin;
• transition between the jawline and upper neck.

The degree of improvement varies according to the patient’s anatomy, ageing pattern and surgical technique.

What Does a Lower Facelift Not Treat?

A lower facelift does not automatically correct every feature associated with facial ageing.

It is not primarily designed to treat:

• drooping eyebrows;
• forehead position;
• upper-eyelid excess skin;
• lower-eyelid bags;
• fine surface wrinkles;
• sun damage;
• pigmentation;
• all facial volume loss;
• significant isolated neck laxity.

Separate procedures may be considered when those concerns are present.

Lower Facelift vs Full Facelift

The terminology used for facelift procedures varies between surgeons, so “lower facelift” and “full facelift” should not be treated as rigid universal definitions.

In general, a lower facelift emphasizes the lower third of the face and jawline.

A broader facelift treatment plan may address more extensive facial tissues and may be combined with neck treatment when clinically appropriate.

Lower Facelift vs Mini Facelift

A Mini Facelift generally refers to a more limited-incision or limited-dissection facelift approach for selected patients with less extensive facial laxity.

A mini facelift and lower facelift can overlap in the areas they treat, particularly the jawline and early jowls, but the terms should not be treated as exact synonyms.

A mini approach may be more appropriate when there is:

• mild lower-face laxity;
• early jowl formation;
• relatively limited excess skin;
• little or no significant neck laxity.

More advanced lower-face laxity may require a more extensive facelift approach.

Lower Facelift vs Neck Lift

A lower facelift and neck lift are related but different procedures.

A lower facelift focuses primarily on the:

• jowls;
• jawline;
• lower-face soft tissues.

A neck lift may focus more directly on:

• loose neck skin;
• platysmal bands;
• selected submental fat;
• neck contour;
• jawline-to-neck transition.

Some patients require treatment of both regions during the same operation, while others primarily require either facial or neck treatment.

Does a Lower Facelift Fix Turkey Neck?

Not necessarily.

A lower facelift may improve the transition between the jawline and upper neck, but significant loose neck skin or prominent platysmal bands may require a separate or combined neck procedure.

Patients should therefore not assume that every lower facelift automatically includes a complete neck lift.

What Is the SMAS?

The Superficial Musculoaponeurotic System (SMAS) is a fibromuscular layer beneath the skin that is important in modern facelift surgery.

Different facelift techniques manipulate the SMAS in different ways.

Examples include:

• SMAS plication;
• SMASectomy;
• SMAS flap techniques;
• extended SMAS approaches;
• deep-plane approaches involving deeper dissection and release of selected retaining ligaments.

The aim is generally to reposition deeper soft tissues rather than relying entirely on tension placed on the skin.

Do Skin-Only Facelifts Always Fail?

No technique should be described this simply.

Older and more limited facelift techniques sometimes rely more heavily on skin excision and skin tension.

Modern facelift approaches often involve treatment of deeper tissues because excessive skin tension can contribute to:

• unfavourable scars;
• distorted facial contours;
• wound-healing problems;
• ear distortion;
• less durable correction.

However, the exact amount of skin and deeper-tissue treatment should be individualized.

SMAS Facelift vs Deep Plane Facelift

SMAS and deep-plane facelift techniques are both established approaches to facial rejuvenation.

Deep-plane techniques involve dissection beneath the SMAS in selected areas and release of certain retaining ligaments.

SMAS techniques can involve plication, excision or elevation of the SMAS layer without using the same extent of deep-plane dissection.

Current research does not establish one technique as universally superior for every patient.

Recent systematic reviews have reported good patient satisfaction with both SMAS and deep-plane techniques, but comparative evidence remains heterogeneous.

Some analyses report potential differences in aesthetic outcomes, while complication rates also vary between studies.

The choice should therefore depend on:

• facial anatomy;
• degree and location of tissue descent;
• neck anatomy;
• previous surgery;
• surgeon’s training and experience;
• individual treatment objectives.

Is Deep Plane Always Better for Jowls?

No.

Both SMAS-based and deep-plane techniques can improve jowls and jawline definition.

Recent systematic review literature has not demonstrated a clear universal superiority of one SMAS manipulation method for all facial contour outcomes.

A treatment should therefore not be selected only because one technique is currently more heavily marketed.

How Is Lower Facelift Surgery Performed?

The exact operation varies.

A lower facelift may generally involve:

1. administration of appropriate anesthesia or sedation;
2. carefully planned incisions around the ear and/or hairline;
3. elevation of selected facial tissues;
4. repositioning or tightening of the SMAS according to the chosen technique;
5. redraping of the skin;
6. removal of selected excess skin;
7. closure of the incisions with sutures or other appropriate methods.

If neck treatment is also required, additional surgical steps may be included.

Where Are Lower Facelift Incisions?

Incision design varies with the technique and extent of surgery.

A traditional facelift incision may begin around the temporal hairline, continue around the natural contours of the ear and extend behind the ear toward the lower scalp.

A more limited facelift may use a shorter incision.

The exact location should be planned according to:

• amount of skin laxity;
• hairline;
• ear anatomy;
• previous scars;
• degree of lower-face correction required.

Are Lower Facelift Scars Invisible?

No surgical scar should be described as invisible.

Facelift incisions are usually positioned within natural creases and around the ear with the aim of making them less noticeable.

Scar appearance depends on:

• incision design;
• skin tension;
• genetics;
• smoking;
• wound healing;
• infection;
• individual scar biology.

Temporary or permanent hair loss around some incision areas is also a recognized possible facelift complication.

Can a Lower Facelift Cause a Pulled or “Windblown” Look?

An unnatural or over-pulled appearance is a possible undesirable aesthetic outcome of facelift surgery.

It can be influenced by factors such as:

• skin tension;
• surgical vector;
• treatment of deeper tissues;
• facial anatomy;
• amount of correction attempted.

However, it is not appropriate to reduce this complication to one simple rule such as “horizontal vectors cause a Joker smile.”

Facial ageing and facelift surgery are anatomically complex, and the operative plan should be individualized.

Can a Lower Facelift Change My Smile?

Facial nerve injury or temporary weakness is a recognized possible complication of facelift surgery.

The marginal mandibular branch of the facial nerve is particularly relevant to lower-face movement.

Temporary nerve weakness can affect movement or symmetry, while permanent injury is less common but possible.

No clinic should guarantee that nerve injury cannot occur.

What Are the Risks of Lower Facelift Surgery?

Potential facelift complications include:

• anesthesia-related complications;
• hematoma;
• bleeding;
• infection;
• fluid accumulation;
• poor wound healing;
• skin loss;
• facial nerve injury or weakness;
• temporary or persistent numbness;
• persistent pain;
• unfavourable scarring;
• hair loss around incision areas;
• prolonged swelling;
• skin contour irregularities;
• asymmetry;
• unsatisfactory aesthetic results;
• deep vein thrombosis;
• cardiac or pulmonary complications;
• need for revision surgery.

Individual risk varies according to health, smoking, medications, previous surgery and the extent of the procedure.

Hematoma After Lower Facelift

Hematoma is one of the recognized early complications of facelift surgery.

It involves accumulation of blood beneath the operated tissues.

Symptoms can include:

• rapid swelling;
• increasing pain or pressure;
• significant asymmetry;
• bruising;
• tension in the operated area.

A significant or rapidly expanding postoperative swelling requires prompt medical assessment.

Numbness After Lower Facelift

Changes in sensation around the cheek, jawline or ear can occur after facelift surgery.

Sensation often changes gradually during healing, but there is no universal three-month or six-month recovery deadline.

Some sensory changes can take longer to improve, and persistent changes are possible.

Smoking and Lower Facelift Surgery

Smoking and nicotine exposure can reduce blood supply to healing tissues and increase the risk of wound-healing complications.

Patients should disclose:

• cigarette use;
• vaping;
• nicotine pouches;
• nicotine replacement products;
• other nicotine exposure.

The treating surgeon should determine the required period of nicotine cessation rather than applying one universal timeline to every patient.

Who May Be Suitable for a Lower Facelift?

A lower facelift may be considered in selected adults who are concerned about jowls or lower-face laxity and who have realistic expectations about surgery.

Assessment may consider:

• degree of jowling;
• skin elasticity;
• jawline anatomy;
• neck laxity;
• facial volume distribution;
• previous facial treatments;
• previous surgery;
• general health;
• smoking and nicotine use;
• medications;
• individual surgical risk.

Age alone does not determine whether a facelift is appropriate.

Is There a Best Age for Lower Facelift Surgery?

No fixed age applies.

Facial ageing varies considerably according to genetics, sun exposure, smoking, weight changes and individual anatomy.

The decision should be based on the physical changes present and the patient’s health rather than reaching one particular birthday.

Is General Anesthesia Always Required?

No.

Facelift surgery may be performed under:

• general anesthesia;
• intravenous sedation with appropriate local anesthesia;
• another anesthesia plan selected by the surgical and anesthesia teams.

The appropriate method depends on the extent of surgery, expected operating time, medical history and facility protocol.

Lower Facelift Recovery

Recovery differs between patients and techniques.

During early healing, patients may experience:

• swelling;
• bruising;
• tightness;
• temporary numbness;
• tenderness around the ears or jawline;
• temporary asymmetry related to swelling;
• fatigue.

Dressings may be used and temporary drains may be placed in some operations.

Not every facelift patient requires the same dressing, drain or compression protocol.

When Can I Go Out in Public After a Lower Facelift?

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons notes that many facelift patients feel presentable in public at around 10–14 days.

This is a general estimate rather than a guarantee.

Visible bruising or swelling can persist longer in some patients, particularly after more extensive procedures.

When Does a Lower Facelift Look Normal?

Early swelling can improve substantially during the first several weeks, but facial tissues continue healing beyond this period.

ASPS notes that it can take approximately two to three months for facial texture, sensation and tightness to feel closer to normal after facelift surgery.

Minor changes can continue longer.

How Long Does a Lower Facelift Last?

There is no guaranteed lifespan for a facelift result.

A lower facelift can produce long-lasting changes, but surgery does not stop:

• skin ageing;
• changes in facial fat;
• changes in bone structure;
• sun-related damage;
• changes associated with weight fluctuation.

Claims such as “a lower facelift always lasts 10 years” or “deep plane always lasts 15 years” should therefore be avoided.

How Many Years Younger Will I Look?

No exact number can be guaranteed.

The aim of surgery is to improve selected anatomical signs of facial ageing rather than make every patient look exactly five, eight or ten years younger.

Results are influenced by:

• baseline anatomy;
• skin quality;
• degree of laxity;
• facelift technique;
• ageing pattern;
• individual perception of the final result.

Can Lower Facelift Be Combined With Blepharoplasty?

Facelift and eyelid surgery can be performed during the same treatment plan in selected patients.

However, blepharoplasty should not automatically be added because the procedures treat different anatomical concerns.

Combination surgery may increase:

• operating time;
• extent of swelling;
• recovery demands;
• overall surgical risk.

The decision should be individualized.

Can Fillers Replace a Lower Facelift?

Dermal fillers and facelift surgery have different roles.

Fillers can add volume in selected facial areas but do not physically reposition substantial loose facial tissue in the same way as facelift surgery.

Conversely, a facelift does not automatically restore all lost facial volume.

Some patients may benefit from:

• surgery;
• volume treatment;
• skin treatment;
• or a combination.

The choice should reflect the underlying anatomical problem.

Does Lower Facelift Improve Marionette Lines?

Lower-face tissue repositioning may soften selected folds around the mouth and jawline.

However, complete elimination of marionette lines should not be guaranteed.

Their appearance can also involve:

• volume loss;
• skin quality;
• facial muscle activity;
• bone structure;
• soft-tissue descent.

Who Provides Lower Facelift Treatment?

Clinic Care Center is a medical tourism provider and does not independently perform facelift surgery.

Facial aesthetic procedures coordinated through Clinic Care Center may be performed by Op. Dr. Abdolreza Khash, a Plastic, Reconstructive and Aesthetic Surgery specialist.

For patients under his care, procedures coordinated through Clinic Care Center take place at Beylikdüzü Kolan Hospital in Istanbul.

The treating surgeon is responsible for:

• medical assessment;
• determining whether lower facelift surgery is appropriate;
• choosing the surgical technique;
• deciding whether neck treatment is required;
• selecting the anesthesia plan with the anesthesia team;
• performing the operation;
• prescriptions;
• clinical follow-up.

Clinic Care Center coordinates communication, appointments, treatment information and travel-related arrangements for international patients.

What May Be Included in a Lower Facelift Treatment Plan?

Included services vary between written quotations.

A treatment plan may include some or all of the following:

• surgeon fees;
• anesthesia;
• operating facility fees;
• planned lower facelift surgery;
• specified preoperative investigations;
• hospital care when required;
• prescribed postoperative medication;
• initial postoperative checks;
• accommodation when specifically stated;
• local transfers when specifically stated;
• international patient coordination.

Patients should not assume that a quotation automatically includes:

• a fixed number of hospital nights;
• a particular hotel category;
• lymphatic massage;
• compression garments;
• scar products;
• free revision surgery;
• treatment of every possible complication.

All inclusions and exclusions should be confirmed in writing.

Travelling to Turkey for Lower Facelift Surgery

International patients should plan sufficient time for medical assessment, surgery and early postoperative review.

The appropriate length of stay depends on:

• extent of surgery;
• neck treatment;
• drain or dressing requirements;
• wound condition;
• general recovery;
• flight duration;
• individual medical risk.

A fixed departure date should not be guaranteed before the treating team evaluates postoperative recovery.

Frequently Asked Questions About Lower Facelift Surgery

How much does a lower facelift cost in Turkey?

The current Clinic Care Center estimated lower facelift / SMAS facelift cost is approximately $4,500–$6,000. A combined facelift and neck lift is currently estimated at approximately $6,000–$8,000. Final pricing depends on the individual treatment plan.

What does a lower facelift treat?

It primarily addresses jowls, jawline definition and selected lower-face tissue laxity.

Does a lower facelift include a neck lift?

No. Some patients benefit from combined treatment, while others require only lower-face surgery.

Is a lower facelift the same as a mini facelift?

No. The terms can overlap, but a mini facelift generally refers to a more limited approach for selected patients with less extensive laxity.

Does a lower facelift lift the cheeks?

Its primary target is the lower face and jawline. The degree of cheek change depends on the specific surgical technique and extent of dissection.

Is SMAS or deep plane better?

Neither technique has been shown to be universally superior for every patient. Both can produce effective results when selected appropriately.

Is general anesthesia required?

Not always. Facelift surgery can be performed under general anesthesia or intravenous sedation depending on the procedure and individual medical plan.

Will my scars be invisible?

No. Facelift incisions leave permanent scars, although they are generally planned around natural ear contours and hairlines to make them less noticeable.

How long will numbness last?

There is no exact timeline. Sensation often changes during healing, but recovery varies and persistent sensory changes are possible.

How many years younger will I look?

No exact number should be promised. The aim is to improve selected lower-face ageing changes while preserving individual facial characteristics.

How long do results last?

Results can be long-lasting, but natural facial ageing continues. There is no guaranteed number of years that applies to every patient.

When can I return to work?

Many patients are socially presentable at around 10–14 days, but work return depends on swelling, bruising, occupation and individual recovery.

Medical References

• American Society of Plastic Surgeons – Facelift Procedure and Surgical Approaches
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons – Facelift Risks and Safety
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons – Facelift Recovery
• American Society of Plastic Surgeons – Facelift Results
• Deep Plane vs SMAS Facelift – Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis
• SMAS vs Deep Plane Facelift – Safety and Efficacy Systematic Review
• Systematic Review of Deep-Layer and SMAS Facelift Techniques
• Systematic Review – SMAS Facelift Techniques, Outcomes and Complications

Request Lower Facelift Treatment Information

The Clinic Care Center patient coordination team can provide information about lower facelift treatment, current cost estimates, consultation availability and treatment coordination in Istanbul.

For an initial review, international patients may be asked to provide photographs showing the face and neck from different angles together with relevant medical information.

Photographs may support preliminary treatment planning but cannot determine the final surgical technique, anesthesia plan or expected result.

Medical Disclaimer

This page provides general educational information and does not replace individual medical assessment or surgical advice.

Lower facelift technique, suitability, incision placement, risks, anesthesia, recovery and expected results vary between patients. Final treatment decisions should be made by the treating plastic surgeon after individual assessment.