Mild to moderate laxity
A Mini Facelift is generally aimed at patients who have early to moderate lower-face sagging and do not need the extent of a full facelift.
St Mary's Medical Clinic · Plastic Surgery
Mini Facelift in Malta
A Mini Facelift is a focused lower-face procedure for selected patients with mild to moderate skin laxity who want improved jawline definition and a fresher lower-face contour without the extent of a full facelift.
Lower faceJawlineMild–moderate laxitySurgicalNatural-looking
Lower-face rejuvenation
The procedure targets the lower face rather than the whole face and neck.
The current page describes smaller incisions around the ears and a treatment focus on sagging skin and fine lines in the lower face and jawline.
Jawline and lower-face definition
The operation lifts and tightens selected tissues to soften sagging and improve the contour of the lower face.
Not a full facelift
Patients with more extensive facial or neck laxity may need a broader operation. A Mini Facelift should not be presented as equivalent to a full facelift in every case.
Assessment & planning
A good candidate is defined by anatomy, not age alone.
We assess the jawline, jowls, lower-face skin, neck, tissue quality, facial proportions and whether the amount of correction requested is realistic with a smaller operation.
What we assess
Lower-face laxity, jowling, jawline definition, skin quality and neck involvement are assessed together. If the neck is a major concern, a Mini Facelift alone may not address everything the patient wants.
Incisions and scars
The live page describes small, discreet incisions around the ears. Scars are still part of surgery and should be discussed before proceeding, including where they are likely to sit and how they mature.
Anaesthesia and procedure length
The current guidance describes the procedure as typically taking around 1.5–3 hours and being performed as an outpatient operation under local anaesthesia with sedation.
Realistic expectations
The goal is improvement in lower-face definition rather than a completely different face. Facial expressions should remain natural and the result should respect the patient's existing features.
Procedure & recovery
Recovery is shorter than a full facelift, but it is still surgery.
The live page describes many patients returning to normal activities within about a week, though swelling, bruising and incision healing continue beyond that point.
Consultation
We assess the lower face, jawline, neck and skin laxity and confirm whether a Mini Facelift is the right scale of procedure.
Surgery
Small incisions around the ears provide access to lift and tighten selected lower-face tissues.
First week
Bruising, swelling, tightness and discomfort are expected. Light daily activity gradually returns according to recovery.
Following weeks
Incisions continue healing and swelling decreases. Strenuous activity is delayed until healing has progressed.
Longer term
The lower-face contour becomes more refined as the tissues settle and scars mature.
Results & limitations
The goal is a firmer lower face without a 'pulled' look.
The live page describes a firmer lower face and jawline with smoother contours. Results are long-lasting, but ageing continues and longevity varies between patients.
Natural change
A successful result should improve sagging and jawline definition while preserving facial expression.
Not permanent ageing control
Surgery does not freeze the ageing process. Skin and soft tissues continue to change over time.
When more is needed
If significant neck laxity or broader facial descent is present, a larger facelift procedure may be more appropriate.
Current pricing
Mini Facelift prices
These are the current prices listed on the live St Mary's Clinic Mini Facelift page.
Consultation€60
Mini Facelift Surgery€2,200
Practitioner
Meet the team involved in your care.
Your consultation is where the procedure, expected recovery, limitations and individual suitability are discussed before a decision is made.
Attending Surgeon
Dr Alexey Vinokur
Plastic SurgeryDr Alexey Vinokur is the surgeon currently listed for the Mini Facelift service.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Mini Facelift.
These answers are general guidance. Your consultation is where we assess your anatomy, medical history, expectations and the procedure-specific risks that matter in your case.
01 How is a Mini Facelift different from a full facelift?
A Mini Facelift focuses mainly on the lower face and jawline, while a full facelift can address more extensive facial and neck laxity.
02 How long does the procedure take?
The current service guidance describes approximately 1.5–3 hours.
03 Are scars visible?
Incisions are placed around the ears. Surgical scars are expected but are planned to be discreet and become less noticeable as they mature.
04 How quickly can I return to normal activities?
The live page describes many patients returning to normal activities within about a week, although strenuous activity usually needs longer.
05 Will I look pulled?
The treatment goal is natural improvement in lower-face contour rather than an exaggerated over-tightened appearance.
06 How long do results last?
The live page gives a broad 5–10 year range, but longevity varies with age, anatomy, skin quality and lifestyle.