Neck Lift Surgery

Also known as: cervicoplasty, platysmaplasty, necklift, neck lift procedure, neck lift operation, neck tightening surgery, lower neck lift, surgical neck lift

Cosmetic Surgery

AI Aesthetician Summary

1. What Is Neck Lift Surgery?

A neck lift, also known as lower rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure designed to improve visible signs of aging in the jawline and neck area. This cosmetic surgery removes excess skin in the neck (sometimes referred to as a "turkey neck") to create a more yout...

Treatment Details

Targets

Concerns:Sagging Skin Jowls Double Chin Neck Wrinkles Sagging Jawline

Areas:Neck, Chin, Jaw

Tissues:Skin (Epidermis, Dermis), Subcutaneous Fat, Muscle/SMAS

Longevity:10+ Years

How it Works

Duration:90 minutes

Anesthesia:General Anesthesia

Pain Level:Mild

Techniques:Surgical, Injection, Microneedling, Threading, Laser, Light Therapy, Radiofrequency, Ultrasound

Technique Notes:Combines skin removal (cervicoplasty), muscle tightening (platysmaplasty), and fat removal (liposuction or direct excision) via incisions typically behind ears and/or under chin.

Post Treatment

Downtime:14 days

Post-care:Wear supportive compression garments and keep your head elevated, especially when resting, to minimize swelling. Apply cold compresses to the treated area for the first 24-48 hours, taking care to avoid direct ice application to the skin. Strenuous activity, heavy lifting, and bending should be avoided for several weeks, with crucial follow-up appointments for drain and suture removal.

Risks:Anesthesia risks, bleeding, hematoma, seroma, infection, poor healing, scarring, numbness, nerve injury, asymmetry, skin irregularities, pain, DVT, cardiac/pulmonary complications, unsatisfactory results, hair loss.

Additional Information

Invasiveness:Surgical

Specialty:Cosmetic Surgery

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