What does a neck lift aim to restore?

A neck lift will re suspend and tighten the underlying weak muscle of the neck, remove the excess skin and fat (that causes a turkey-gobbler appearance), and re drape the neck skin. If you only have excess fat in your neck and good skin quality then liposuction alone will give you an excellent result. The resultant effect is a smoother neck and jaw line with a restored youthful neck angle. View necklift photos.

Can I have a neck lift without a facelift?

Most patients desire improvement in their face in addition to their neck to achieve harmony throughout. However, a neck lift can be performed alone if you are happy with the rest of your facial appearance or simply desire to remove fat using liposuction.

What can you tell me about the procedure and incisions?

To provide a shapely, longer lasting and more effective neck lift, the muscles and support structures of the neck are re tightened and re suspended in addition to removing excess fat and re draping the skin. The position and length of the incision vary depending upon the amount of excess skin and laxity in the muscle that need to be corrected. In general, a small incision is camouflaged under the chin in the natural crease and in the hairline if needed. Liposuction is performed through very small incisions. The surgery is 1 hour in length and is performed as an outpatient in an accredited day surgery center or hospital.

What should I anticipate about the recovery?

Expect to have mild discomfort that improves in a few days and is well controlled by oral medication in most patients. The majority of neck swelling and bruising will resolve in 7-10 days and can be camouflaged by makeup to allow a return to light work and social activity. However, strenuous exercise and activity (including sex) is not recommended for 3 weeks.

What other tips do I need to be aware of?

You may want to combine a facelift, or facial chemical peel with your neck lift to restore youth and maintain harmony in your new youthful appearance. Dr. Awada will provide you with a consultation that includes a complete facial evaluation and help you determine what is required to achieve your desired look. Since you want to look like a younger version of yourself and not like a different person, she will be glad to review preoperative and postoperative photos with you to demonstrate achieved results.

Learn more about a facelift, necklift, forehead lift, eyelid surgery, or nose surgery or call this female plastic surgeon in Michigan to schedule a consultation. Serving Southfield, Dearborn, and Canton.