A mini facelift (in Chicago) is a kind of facelift surgery specifically designed to address the upper neck area and jawline. A plastic surgeon may recommend a mini facelift if: You feel the need to rejuvenate the lower third of your face, You have good health with no chronic conditions that could complicate or interfere with surgery or healing. Your skin has a certain degree of skin elasticity. And are willing to break the habit of smoking for a period before undergoing surgery. A mini facelift or full facelift is more an appropriate procedure depending on what you hope to achieve through surgery. Patients are asked to email specific photographs to determine which procedure best responds to their particular needs. After a detailed consultation, your plastic surgeon will recommend the right treatment and thoroughly explain your options to help you make a decision. Your plastic surgeon will give you anesthesia and create small incisions around your ears and extend them back into your hai