As we age, our skin can become loose, causing it to sag. Additionally, wrinkles and creases in the skin can appear.
This sagging skin is often most apparent in the face and on the neck, and since this is the part of your body most exposed to others, many men and women feel self-conscious and embarrassed by aesthetic issues with their neck and face. However, neck lift surgery offers a solution to sagging and wrinkled skin in the neck and along the lower jaw.
A neck lift (also known as platysmaplasty) is a plastic surgery procedure that helps tighten the skin on the neck to allow for a smoother and more toned appearance.
If you have lax skin on your neck and/or along your jawline, including the mild presence of jowls, then a neck lift may be the answer you’ve been looking for. Ideal candidates are non-smoking men and women in good general health who have realistic expectations for their results.
At your consultation, Dr. Gonzalez will evaluate your neck condition to determine if neck lift surgery is the right choice for you.
At Le Contour Aesthetic Surgery, we offer both full neck lift surgery and short scar neck lift surgery (also known as a mini neck lift). These surgeries are performed under either general anesthesia or IV sedation. The type of anesthesia used depends on the patient and the extent of the procedure, including whether the neck lift is being combined with any other procedures.
After the anesthesia has been administered, Dr. Gonzalez will make the incisions and remove any fat from the neck and jawline. This fat is removed through liposuction; however, liposuction fat removal is not necessary for every neck lift. Dr. Gonzalez will then sculpt the remaining fat, reposition the underlying tissues, and tighten the muscles using internal sutures. Any excess skin will be removed while the remaining skin will be tightened. Lastly, the incisions will be closed.
A full neck lift offers more significant results than a short scar neck lift. However, the incisions for a full neck lift are more extensive. With a full neck lift, the incisions are made at the hairline, starting at the sideburns. These incisions stretch down the side of the face, around the ear, and end at the back of the neck. An additional incision may be made under the chin. A full neck lift offers dynamic results to allow you a fully contoured neck that you will be proud to show off.
A short scar neck lift is optimal for patients with minor sagging skin and wrinkles. As the name suggests, the incisions are much smaller than those made for a full neck lift, which allows for less noticeable scarring. With a short scar neck lift, incisions are made behind each ear and under the chin. This type of neck lift will still give you noticeable results, like a tightened and more toned appearance of the neck as well as smoother skin; however, for patients with moderate to heavy neck issues, a full neck lift is recommended.
Many patients combine their neck lift surgery with other procedures to allow for more dynamic results. One of the most commonly combined surgeries with a neck lift is facelift surgery. With a facelift, the skin on the lower portion of the face, including the cheeks and around the mouth, is tightened and any fat is removed to give you a more youthful appearance.Dr. Gonzalez often recommends that patients combine their neck lift with a facelift to allow for optimal results.
Other procedures that patients often combine with their neck lift include:
For most patients, it takes two to three weeks to recover from their neck lift. During this time, it is important to rest and allow the body to heal. You can expect to have some swelling and bruising, but this will dissipate over the next few weeks. Additionally, you will likely feel sore, though any pain can be alleviated with medication. It is important to keep your neck elevated and make sure that you do not twist or bend your neck, putting strain on the sutures. You will also need to wear a compression garment during your recovery, which will help reduce swelling.
Depending on your job, you may be able to return to non-strenuous work after one week; however, Dr. Gonzalez will give you more information during your follow-up appointment.
For most patients, it takes two to three weeks to recover from their neck lift. During this time, it is important to rest and allow the body to heal. You can expect to have some swelling and bruising, but this will dissipate over the next few weeks. Additionally, you will likely feel sore, though any pain can be alleviated with medication. It is important to keep your neck elevated and make sure that you do not twist or bend your neck, putting strain on the sutures. You will also need to wear a compression garment during your recovery, which will help reduce swelling.
Depending on your job, you may be able to return to non-strenuous work after one week; however, Dr. Gonzalez will give you more information during your follow-up appointment.
The purpose of neck lift surgery is to remove excess fat and skin on your neck and jawline. After your neck lift, you can expect to have a slimmer profile along with smoother skin with less wrinkling. More importantly, though, you will feel more confident and comfortable with the way you look. You’ll be able to smile at your reflection in the mirror, knowing that you look as good as you feel!
If you have questions about neck lift surgery or want to know about any of the other procedures we offer at Le Contour Aesthetic Surgery, then give us a call today at (407) 447-1628 or fill out our online form.
*Individual results are not guaranteed and may vary from person to person. Images may contain models.
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