Ideal Candidates for a
Neck Lift
A neck lift is suitable for individuals who:
- Are bothered by loose, sagging skin in the neck area.
- Have excess fat deposits under the chin or along the jawline.
- Experience visible muscle banding or weakened neck muscles.
- Are in good overall health and have realistic expectations about the outcome.
Why Choose
Surgery?
Subtle and Concealed Scars
Modern surgical techniques ensure that incisions are strategically placed in
inconspicuous areas, such as behind the ears or under the chin. This means scars are
well-hidden and often fade over time, leaving a natural-looking result.
Permanent Solution for Sagging and Fat Accumulation
Unlike non-surgical treatments, a neck lift provides a long-lasting solution.
It addresses the underlying structures—removing excess skin, tightening muscles, and
repositioning fat—to deliver results that can last for years.
Customized Techniques for Individual Needs
Surgeons use a variety of methods to tailor the procedure based on the
patient’s specific concerns:
- Cervicoplasty: Removes excess skin to address sagging.
- Platysmaplasty: Tightens or realigns the neck muscles for a
smoother contour.
- Liposuction: Targets stubborn fat deposits for a slimmer neck
profile.
Procedure
The surgical procedure typically takes around three hours to complete. In older
individuals, the neck muscles, particularly the platysma, often experience dehiscence, which is the
separation or weakening of these muscles. Addressing this dehiscence is a critical aspect of the
surgery. The process involves tightening the neck muscles using strategically placed sutures to restore
their integrity and structure.
Additionally, the muscles are gently repositioned and pulled back, which helps
alleviate the appearance of wrinkles and loose skin in the neck area. Any excess fat deposits in the
neck region can be treated either surgically through liposuction or non-surgically using lipolysis
techniques.
When performing liposuction, the emphasis is on maintaining a natural contour by
carefully removing only the unnecessary fat while leaving an adequate amount intact. Unlike the
conventional approach of addressing the neck solely from the anterior aspect, this procedure includes
attention to the posterior neck as well. This dual approach significantly enhances the overall results,
providing a more comprehensive and natural-looking outcome.
Recovery
The recovery process is similar to other facial surgical procedures. Patients may
experience a sensation of tightness in the neck skin for several weeks post-surgery, which gradually
subsides as healing progresses. Proper wound care is essential to minimize the risk of infection and
ensure optimal healing.
Patients are advised to avoid aggressive or strenuous neck muscle activity during the
recovery phase to prevent undue strain on the surgical area. In some cases, fat grafting might be
recommended to further refine the results and restore volume, depending on individual requirements.
Regular follow-ups with the surgeon ensure that recovery is on track and any additional interventions,
if needed, are addressed promptly.