Mayo Clinic's approach

Expertise

A face-lift that isn't done right can cause complications. At Mayo Clinic, only board-certified specialists trained in facial plastic surgery procedures do face-lifts. Each year, Mayo Clinic aesthetic surgery specialists perform more than 275 face-lifts.

Advanced technology

Patients who have cosmetic surgery have access to the same world-class medical professionals, facilities and technology and the same level of service that are available to every Mayo patient.

Personal care

Mayo Clinic's cosmetic surgery team takes time to explain all your options and every aspect of your care, including cost and complications. The team also takes time to address your questions and concerns. At Mayo Clinic, you can be treated in private and return home recovered and renewed.

Expertise and rankings

Expertise

At Mayo Clinic, only board-certified doctors specially trained in facial plastic surgery do face-lifts. Many of these Mayo Clinic specialists have earned national reputations for their expertise in the field of plastic and regenerative medicine.

Locations, travel and lodging

Mayo Clinic has major campuses in Phoenix and Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; and Rochester, Minnesota. The Mayo Clinic Health System has dozens of locations in several states.

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Costs and insurance

Mayo Clinic works with hundreds of insurance companies and is an in-network provider for millions of people.

In most cases, Mayo Clinic doesn't require a physician referral. Some insurers require referrals or may have additional requirements for certain medical care. All appointments are prioritized on the basis of medical need.

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Please contact your insurance company to verify medical coverage and to obtain any needed authorization prior to your visit. Often, your insurer's customer service number is printed on the back of your insurance card.

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Mayo Clinic in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota

Mayo Clinic Health System

March 28, 2026
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