Neck Lift

A neck lift is performed to significantly reduce the appearance of sagging skin under the jaw and is intended to provide a natural, attractive and more youthful appearance with a better contour.

Many factors play a role in the ageing of facial skin. These include the physical environment (sun, wind), the type of skin (elasticity, thickness), the complexion (pale, dark, ruddy), weight alterations, nutrition, smoking and menopause.

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You may choose to have a neck lift if you have excess skin or localised deposits of fat in the anterior part of the neck - under the chin.

A neck lift will not stop the ageing process; it only removes some of its effects, producing a more youthful appearance. The procedure can sometimes be done again, if need be, in order to maintain the rejuvenated look. This surgery can produce excellent results and the scars are usually inconspicuous.

The operation consists of removing excess skin and fatty tissue and correcting the sagging of specific facial and neck muscles. The procedure may take from one to one and a half hours.

There is a minimal amount of discomfort following your procedure. You may feel tightness in the neck where the muscles have been pulled together. There will be swelling and bruising that may last from seven to ten days. Keeping your head elevated and applying cold compresses will help to reduce swelling.

As your incisions heal, you will notice some itching and possibly some numbness. These symptoms will diminish over time. Your sutures will be removed in seven to ten days. Strenuous activity is restricted for six weeks.

Please ask your doctor for further information.