A neck lift is a cosmetic procedure that can help in contouring the neck and make the patient look younger. When undergoing a neck lift in White Plains, NY, patients are able to have excess fat and skin removed from the neck area, resulting in a firmer, smoother, and slimmer profile.
Over time, signs of aging appear on the neck in the form of wrinkles, sagging, and excess fat. This can add years to your age and make you look out of shape. Neck lifts dramatically reduce the effects of aging while sculpting your jawline, thus improving definition and framing the rest of your face.
What Is a Neck Lift?
A neck lift is not a singular procedure. Rather, it consists of a variety of cosmetic contouring techniques designed to slim down the region.
Your surgeon may include any or all of the following techniques depending on your exact issues:
- Removal of excess skin caused by weight loss or aging
- Tightening of platysmal muscles that have lost their tautness
- Liposuction to remove excess stubborn fat
Who Should Undergo a Neck Lift?
A neck lift can be undergone by anyone who wants to improve their appearance by removing signs of aging on the neck. Anyone with excess skin on the neck or wrinkles can remove it through a neck lift. Patients with a “turkey neck” or a double chin find this procedure very helpful in improving these issues.
A neck lift is often paired with a facelift to ensure overall contouring of the region. This can be discussed during your consultation.
Neck Lift Surgery
Neck lift surgeries are performed as outpatient procedures under either general anesthesia or a combination of local anesthesia and sedation. The surgeon first makes an incision underneath the chin, and if needed behind your ears. He then performs the selected techniques.
Liposuction is done using a thin tube called a cannula, which loosens and removes excess fat. Excess skin is removed using a process called excision, which involves trimming away the loose skin with a scalpel. Sagging neck muscles are tightened and rejoined with the help of internal sutures.
Once all the necessary alterations have been performed, the incisions are closed with the help of surgical stitches.
Neck Lift Recovery
During your neck lift consultation, Dr. Alessi will provide you with a list of do’s and don’ts to be followed during the recovery period. Follow these directions closely. Do not take any medications other than those prescribed by him. If he has instructed you to come in for a follow-up, make sure to stick to the schedule.
Recovery time after a neck lift varies. Your neck will feel tight for a few weeks after, even though most visible bruising will disappear within a week.
Wear comfortable clothing for the first two weeks after the neck lift procedure. Avoid pull-overs and sweaters that need to be pulled over your neck; it is best recommended to wear clothing that buttons so that your neck stays undisturbed.
Your surgeon might provide you with a chin strap that you need to wear during recovery; this will help you control any post-surgical swelling. Keeping your head elevated will also aid in controlling swelling.
Neck Lift Cost
Prospective patients are often concerned about the potential cost of the neck lift procedure. The factors that impact the price of this surgery can include total surgery time, the techniques used, and anesthesia fees.
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To learn more about the neck lift, White Plains, NY, patients should contact our office for an appointment. This is the best way to ensure that you’re getting the most comprehensive and accurate information for your specific case. Contact us today to arrange your consultation.