Neck Lift

Neck Lift Before After Photo, Actual Patient

Scottsdale – A neck lift or platysmaplasty is the ideal procedure for rejuvenation of the neck. A neck lift can be part of a facelift in Scottsdale procedure, as recommended for your situation, or may be carried out alone or with liposuction of the neck.

The operation begins with a small incision under your chin and those in front of and behind the ears. The incision is carried into the hairy scalp towards the back of the neck. The incisions allow access to the paired platysma muscles and the fat layer of the neck.

The neck muscles are tightened and any excess fat removed or contoured. The neck muscles are tightened in the front and the back, effectively creating a supportive sling that holds up the neck tissue in a more youthful position.

The fat may be reduced with lipo or by direct removal. Once the muscles are tightened and the fat contoured, the skin is redraped over the neck and lower face. Any excess skin is gently removed and the incisions are closed with sutures.

A special compression bandage that you will have to wear to help reduce post-operative swelling is applied. This is usually worn night and day for at least 5 days and then only at night for a longer period of time. It is important for you to follow instructions in order to optimize a proper recovery.