Neck Lift
A neck lift corrects excess skin, fat accumulation under the chin, and sagging of the neck to restore a firmer and better-defined neck contour.
What is a neck lift?
A neck lift is a surgical procedure in which excess skin and sagging structures of the neck are corrected to restore a firmer and better-defined neck contour.
With aging, various changes can occur in the neck area, such as skin laxity, fat accumulation under the chin, visible vertical neck bands, and a less distinct transition between the jaw and neck.
As a result, the neck can appear older than the rest of the face.
A neck lift can help refine the neck contour and better redefine the transition between the jawline and the neck.
INDICATIONS
When is a neck lift considered?
AGING
Why does the neck age?
The neck is one of the areas where signs of aging often become visible early.
Key causes include:
- loss of skin elasticity
- sagging of the platysma muscle
- fat accumulation under the chin
- genetic predisposition
- weight fluctuations
When these changes occur, the neck can develop a so-called turkey neck, where skin and muscles visibly sag.
A neck lift targets these structures to improve the neck contour.
procedure
What happens during a neck lift?
During a neck lift, various structures of the neck are corrected. Depending on the anatomy, the procedure may consist of removing excess skin, tightening the platysma muscles, removing fat under the chin, and improving the jawline.
Safety
During a neck lift, the underlying structures of the neck are carefully corrected. Depending on the anatomy, this may involve removing excess skin, tightening the platysma muscles, and correcting fat under the chin. The procedure is tailored to the individual neck contour and jawline.
Results
A neck lift can refine the neck contour, reduce vertical neck bands, correct fat under the chin, and better define the transition between the jaw and neck. The goal is always a natural and harmonious result.
Aftercare
After a neck lift, temporary swelling, bruising, and a feeling of tightness under the chin may occur. This usually subsides gradually during the first few weeks. Most daily activities can typically be resumed after approximately two weeks.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Your questions about neck lift answered
What is the recovery like after a neck lift?
After a neck lift, temporary swelling, bruising, and a feeling of tightness under the chin may occur. This usually subsides gradually during the first few weeks. Most daily activities can generally be resumed after approximately two weeks.
Where are the scars located in a neck lift?
The scars are usually discreetly located behind the ear. Sometimes a small incision under the chin is also necessary, for example, when the platysma muscles or fat under the chin are treated directly. Over time, the scars typically fade gradually.
Is a neck lift painful?
Most patients primarily experience a feeling of tightness or pulling in the neck region. Any pain is usually limited and temporary.
Can a neck lift be performed on its own?
Yes. When the neck is the primary concern, a neck lift can be performed separately. When there is also significant sagging of the cheeks or jawline, a combination with a facelift may be more appropriate.
Is a neck lift sometimes combined with a facelift?
Yes. Aging of the face and neck often occurs together. A facelift primarily corrects the cheeks, jowls, and jawline; a neck lift focuses on the neck skin, fat under the chin, and sagging of the neck muscles.
What is the difference between a neck lift and neck liposuction?
Liposuction primarily treats fat accumulation under the chin. In cases of skin laxity, visible neck bands, or a less defined jawline, a neck lift is usually more appropriate.
How long does the result of a neck lift remain visible?
A neck lift does not stop the natural aging process but corrects existing changes. The result often remains visible for many years, depending on skin quality, genetic factors, weight fluctuations, and lifestyle.
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