Neck Lift
in Beverly Hills
Why Choose Nazarian Plastic Surgery for Your Neck Lift?
A neck lift restores a sculpted neckline, creating youthful-looking definition that can elevate your entire appearance. If you are considering a neck lift, selecting the right plastic surgeon is the most important decision you will make. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Sheila Nazarian, known for her starring role on the Netflix series Skin Decision, is widely acclaimed for her excellence in her field. Patients from Beverly Hills and beyond trust Dr. Nazarian to deliver transformative results that translate into lasting confidence.
Dr. Nazarian performs every procedure in our AAAA-accredited on-site surgery center, ensuring a seamless experience and rigorous safety standards. Read on to learn more about the benefits of a neck lift, or schedule your personal consultation with Dr. Nazarian today.
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Facelift Neck Lift Before & Afters
Neck Lift at a Glance
- Surgical procedure to reduce jowls, fat under the chin, sagging skin, and neck banding
- Personalized to each patient’s needs
- May be combined with a facelift or performed alone
- Return to work in about two weeks; activity restrictions for about a month
- Optimal results for a decade or more
What Is a Neck Lift?
A Refreshed, Youthful Neckline
A neck lift, or “lower rhytidectomy,” focuses on tightening, sculpting, and reducing sagging neck skin and fat deposits in the neck and jawline area. This cosmetic surgical procedure is ideal for patients with visible signs of aging in this area, including wrinkles, a “turkey neck,” a double chin, jowls, or vertical neck bands. For some patients, signs of aging show up in this area before the face. Patients with concerns in both the neck and face can choose to combine a neck lift with a facelift for comprehensive rejuvenation. The details of the surgery are personalized to target the patient’s specific signs of neck aging and provide a youthful, sculpted profile that enhances the look of the whole upper body.
What Is the Neck Lift Procedure Like?
What to Expect
Dr. Nazarian performs all cosmetic procedures onsite in our state-of-the-art surgical center. This ensures a seamless experience for the patient.
A neck lift begins with the administration of general anesthesia, although local anesthesia can also be used in some cases. A small incision is placed with great care behind each ear, and sometimes under the chin to minimize visible scarring. Because each patient’s needs are different, the procedure may involve a combination of approaches. The neck muscles may be tightened to restore an uplifted contour. Submental fat deposits under the chin can be removed using liposuction to reduce the appearance of a double chin.
Finally, excess neck skin is trimmed down and redraped before the incisions are meticulously closed. This final step eliminates sagging skin, or what is sometimes called a “turkey neck.” Patients are carefully monitored in our comfortable recovery suite until the anesthesia has worn off. After a neck lift, you can return home the same day with a friend or family member to drive you.
What Concerns Does a Neck Lift Address?
A Multidimensional Approach
Sagging or excess skin
Tightens and lifts skin that has lost elasticity and begun to sag, leading to the formation of jowls or a "turkey wattle" appearance.
Excess fat
Liposuction can be used to remove excess fat under the chin or along the jawline. Reducing the appearance of a double chin creates a more defined jawline and neck contour.
Muscle laxity
The muscles in the neck, particularly the platysma muscle, may become lax or separated, creating the appearance of neck bands or cords. The procedure tightens and repositions these neck muscles to create a smoother and more toned neck appearance.
Neck bands or creases
Horizontal or vertical bands, creases, or wrinkles in the neck area can be addressed during the procedure by tightening the underlying muscles and removing excess skin.
Poor definition of the jawline
Aging or weight loss can contribute to a less youthful or sculpted appearance. A neck lift can help restore a more defined jawline and improve overall facial harmony.
Jowls
Sagging skin and tissue along the jawline, often referred to as jowls, can be lifted and tightened during the procedure to create a smoother and more refined jawline contour.
Benefits of a Neck Lift
Showcase Your Beauty
A neck lift restores a defined neck contour and more youthful skin quality. These benefits not only improve the appearance of an aging neckline but also add balance and harmony to the facial features.
Benefits of a neck lift include:
- Tighter neck muscles and skin
- Defined jawline and chin
- Jowl reduction
- Eliminated sagging skin and fat
With long-lasting results and minimal scarring, a neck lift offers a transformative solution for patients looking to address signs of aging in the neck area and achieve a more refreshed and revitalized appearance.
Am I a Candidate for a Neck Lift?
Embrace Your Essence
Patients seeking a neck lift are typically bothered by the appearance of sagging or loose skin, excess fat deposits, or muscle laxity in the neck and jawline area. The neck’s mobility and frequent exposure to the sun’s harmful UV rays make this area particularly susceptible to signs of aging. Neck lift patients must be in good overall health without any serious medical conditions that could impede healing or make surgery risky. Neck lifts are often sought by women and men in their 40s, 50s, or 60s. However, adults of any age who have relatively good skin elasticity may benefit from this surgery.
The first step in assessing your candidacy is to schedule a consultation with Dr. Nazarian. She will learn about your goals and take a detailed medical history to assess your candidacy for this procedure.
Neck Lift Recovery
Following all of the aftercare instructions provided by Dr. Nazarian is essential to achieving an optimal outcome from your surgery. She will check your healing progress at post-operative visits and remain on hand to offer extra information and support throughout your recovery.
Early recovery focuses on minimizing swelling, managing discomfort, and caring for the incision sites to prevent complications. Swelling and bruising are usually at their peak during the first week after surgery. You may need to wear a compression garment to help minimize swelling and support the healing process. Many patients are able to return to light activities or desk jobs two to three weeks after their surgery.
Your optimal results will continue to become more refined over the course of several months as incision lines fade and lingering swelling diminishes. As the soft tissues of the neck and jawline settle into place, your newly sculpted contours and taut, youthful skin texture emerge.
Neck Lift Results
A Subtle Yet Stunning Transformation
Your newly sculpted neck and jawline will beautifully frame your face and redefine your profile Taut, sculpted contours take the place of wrinkles, neck bands, and sagging tissues. Get the most out of your neck lift results by practicing healthy habits, taking good care of your skin, and protecting your face and neck from the sun’s harmful UV rays. Most neck lift patients enjoy optimal improvements in their appearance for a decade or longer.
Neck Lift Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely. Many patients combine neck lift surgery with other surgical or non-surgical rejuvenation methods in order to achieve more holistic improvements. Some popular surgical procedures that can complement a neck lift are a deep plane facelift deep plane facelift, traditional facelift traditional facelift, brow lift brow lift, blepharoplasty blepharoplasty (eyelid lift), and lip lift lip lift. Nonsurgical treatments such as microneedling microneedling, Morpheus8 Morpheus8, and other facial treatments can help to further rejuvenate the appearance of loose neck skin.
Like any surgical procedure, neck lift surgery carries risks such as infection, bleeding, and adverse reactions to anesthesia. Complications may include nerve injury, hematoma, or unsatisfactory scarring. However, board-certified plastic surgeons like Dr. Sheila Nazarian ensure expertise and adherence to safety protocols, minimizing these risks and enhancing the likelihood of a successful outcome.
