With age, your skin begins to sag and wrinkle and the area around the neck is one of the first to show signs of aging. Sometimes, the neck area also begins to show early signs of aging as compared to other facial areas owing to genetics. You may thus end up with issues such as turkey neck, loose and sagging skin, or excess fat at the neck and jawline. Another issue you may face is that of ‘neck bands’ which give a rope-like appearance to your neck area thus making you look much older than your actual years. However, the good news is that there is a way you can turn it around and you can have your sagging skin fixed with a plastic surgery procedure known as a neck lift.

What is a neck lift?

A neck lift is an increasingly common and effective surgical procedure of rejuvenating and refreshing the neck area. The procedure helps in tightening and smoothening the skin in the neck, which tends to loosen with age and sag.

The Benefits of Neck Lift

You can go for a neck lift if you want to address the below concerns:

• A jowl due to the presence of excess fat or ‘turkey neck’
• Loose skin/ Excess fat under the jawline
• Unwanted fat under the chin
• Crepe paper skin texture
• Banding

What does the procedure involve?

A neck lift is a surgical procedure which addresses the concern of excess skin and muscles in the area. The surgery involves a much more thorough technique as compared to other procedures like liposuction which does not take care of the actual underlying issue. A neck lift assures you of more long-lasting and natural-looking results. However, make sure that the invasive procedure should only be performed by an experienced, well-trained, and board-certified plastic surgeon. Furthermore, a neck lift procedure addresses all the causes that lead to a sagging, ropey, banded, or turkey neck. The main reason behind these conditions is usually laxity in the two neck muscles. A plastic surgeon tightens the skin and muscles of the area and gets rid of the extra fat. This leaves you with more natural-looking and long lasting contours.

Can neck lift be combined with other procedures?

Some patients may opt for facelift along with neck lift procedure to optimize results and eliminate the need for another surgery. However, your surgeon can help you determine which option is right for you during your consultation.

How should I prepare myself for a neck lift surgery?

While you can expect to receive a set of instructions from your plastic surgeon which you will need to follow to the tee, there are certain norms you must follow. You will need to stop smoking, and refrain from taking anti-inflammatory drugs and aspirin that may increase bleeding.

How much does a neck lift procedure cost in NYC?

The cost of procedure may vary. Factors such as recommended technique, complexity of the procedure, and other factors as determined by your surgeon during consultation will affect the cost.

What you can expect from the procedure?

• Your surgeon will make small incisions  behind the ears and under the chin that will allows him to access the muscles and fat deposits.
• The total surgery time may vary in case you have a facelift procedure or any other additional procedures included
• You will be kept under anesthesia for the entire surgery.
• You may experience some tightness in the neck area or even some soreness after the procedure
• There may also be some amount of bruising or swelling after the surgery
• Your neck will be covered with a compression bandage post-surgery to help healing process and manage swelling.
• Long term scars however are minimal in a neck lift procedure especially because of their position under the chin, which hides most of it
• Your sutures should get removed after about three or five days of the procedure, based on the kind used. They may also erase on their own
• For a week or two, you may be advised to keep your head elevated while sleeping
• The total duration for recovery could vary from ten to fourteen days
• If you include a facelift with your neck lift procedure, you need not worry about much scarring as the incisions are made along the ear folds and hairline in order to keep them hidden

 

If you are interested in Neck Lift procedure at Shah Plastic Surgery and reside in Bronx, Long Island, Queens, Manhattan, Staten islands and areas around New York, contact us to book a consultation for a neck lift with Dr. Nilay Shah.