Neck Lift (Platysmaplasty)

One of the first cosmetic signs of aging is loosening or sagging skin on the neck and under the jaw.  Neck lift surgery targets areas such as:

• Saggy skin and/or fat
• Jowls created by loss of muscle tone in the lower face
• Loose skin and excess fatty deposits under the chin and jaw
• Loose skin along the entire neck “turkey neck”

Healthy patients of all ages can achieve a younger, more refined appearance with neck lift surgery.  This procedure can be performed alone or combined with a facelift depending on your goals and anatomy.

BENEFITS

• Smooth skin

• Younger appearance

• Minimal scarring

SURGICAL PROCEDURE

Current surgical techniques allow for a natural result.   A double chin can also be addressed with liposuction and tightening of the underlying muscles. Each patient’s surgical technique is individually tailored.

RECOVERY

Swelling and bruising are normal side effects of surgery and generally subside within a few weeks.  Some minor swelling may persist, but complete resolution should be achieved within three months.  We recommend that you take two weeks off work to rest and recover.