What is Neck Lift Surgery?
A neck lift, or platysmaplasty, is a surgical procedure designed to improve the appearance of the neck by addressing sagging skin, excess fat, and muscle banding. This procedure can significantly enhance the contours of the neck and jawline, creating a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance. A neck lift is often sought by individuals who experience signs of aging in the neck area that cannot be addressed with non-surgical treatments.
What applications is this used for?
- Reduce Signs of Aging: To address sagging skin, deep wrinkles, and muscle banding in the neck.
- Improve Neck Contours: To eliminate a “turkey wattle” or double chin, enhancing the definition of the neck and jawline.
- Boost in Confidence: Many individuals seek a neck lift to feel more confident and satisfied with their appearance.
- Complement Other Facial Procedures: A neck lift is often performed in conjunction with a facelift or other facial procedures to achieve harmonious overall results.
The Procedure
- Consultation: Your journey begins with a comprehensive consultation with Dr Jeevan. During this session, you’ll discuss your goals, medical history, and any questions or concerns you may have about the procedure.
- Planning: Mr Jeevan will perform a detailed assessment of your neck and facial structure. Together, you will discuss the best approach to achieve your desired results, which may include additional procedures such as liposuction, facelift, or chin augmentation.
- Anesthesia: A neck lift is typically performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation, ensuring your comfort and safety during the procedure.
- Incisions: The specific technique and incision patterns will depend on the extent of the neck lift:
- Traditional Neck Lift: Incisions typically begin in front of the ear lobe, extend around the ear, and end in the lower scalp. An additional small incision under the chin may be used to improve the neck’s appearance.
- Limited-Incision Neck Lift: For less extensive sagging, shorter incisions are made around the ear.
- Reshaping and Tightening: Once the incisions are made, Mr Jeevan will tighten and reposition the underlying muscles (platysma) and remove excess fat through liposuction or direct excision. Excess skin is trimmed away, and the remaining skin is redraped smoothly over the uplifted contours.
- Closing Incisions: The incisions are closed with sutures or skin adhesives. Drains may be placed to prevent fluid buildup, and dressings or bandages will be applied to support healing.
What results can i expect ?
- Youthful Appearance: A neck lift can significantly reduce signs of aging in the neck, resulting in a smoother, firmer, and more youthful appearance.
- Improved Neck Contours: Enhanced neck and jawline contours create a more defined and aesthetically pleasing look.
- Boost in Confidence: Many patients experience a boost in self-esteem and confidence following a neck lift, feeling more comfortable and satisfied with their appearance.
What is the recovery time ?
- Immediate Postoperative Period (0-2 Weeks): You may experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort, which can be managed with prescribed pain medications. Keeping your head elevated and applying cold compresses can help reduce swelling.
- Intermediate Recovery (2-4 Weeks): Swelling and bruising will gradually subside. Most patients can return to normal activities and work within 2-3 weeks, although strenuous activities and heavy lifting should be avoided for at least 4-6 weeks.
- Long-Term Recovery (4 Weeks and Beyond): Final results will become more apparent as residual swelling continues to decrease. Scars will fade over time and become less noticeable.
what patients say
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My final results are exactly what I had hoped for. I feel youthful and light again. The look lovely and the scars are barely visible and diminishing nicely. The 12 month check up aftercare has been brilliant. There’s nothing negative I can say. I’ve never had any kind of surgery before and the whole experience has been so reassuring. If you’re looking for a surgeon who gives great care and great results, look no further.
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