Neck Lift Surgery — Tighten Neck Skin & Restore a Defined, Youthful Profile
Neck lift surgery, or lower rhytidectomy, is a surgical procedure designed to improve visible signs of aging in the jawline and neck. Neck lift surgery can address:
- Excess fat and skin relaxation in the lower face, creating jowls
- Excess fatty deposits under the chin
- Loose, sagging neck skin
- Muscle banding in the neck, causing abnormal contours
Some people may want to tighten neck skin without surgery and may prefer a non-surgical neck lift. Some of the benefits of these nonsurgical options include a quicker recovery time and fewer risks.
Botox can be used on the vertical neck bands to relax the muscle and reduce wrinkling. Radiofrequency with microneedling (Morpheus8) can rejuvenate the skin by reproducing collagen. FaceTite can tighten neck skin and contour the double chin with minimal downtime. Finally, High intensity focussed ultrasound technology (HIFU) can also stimulate collagen to improve fine lines and wrinkles.
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Neck lift Cost and Procedure in Brief
A neck lift surgery targeting loose, sagging skin and excess fat on the neck and jawline. It's ideal for patients who want to tighten neck skin, reduce "turkey neck," and achieve a smoother, more youthful neck contour.
| Time | 2-3 hours |
| Pain | Mild to Moderate 3-4/10 |
| Visible Results | 2-3 weeks, final results at 6 months |
| Results Last | 6- 10 Years |
| Hospital Stay | Daycare |
| Downtime | 2-3 weeks |
| Approximate Cost excluding GST* | INR 1,50,000 - INR 2,50,000 |
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Procedure
Candidates
Loss of youthful contours in the face and neck can result from heredity, gravity, environmental conditions, and stress. Some people feel they are not ready for a full facelift because their upper face is still pleasing. However, many patients notice loose or crepey neck skin, a double chin or “turkey wattle,” and jowl lines and seek neck lift surgery to restore a firmer profile.
When the neck area does not match the appearance of the upper face, neck lift surgery may be the ideal solution to tighten neck skin and restore balance.
During a neck lift procedure, medications such as intravenous sedation or general anesthesia are used to ensure your comfort.
Pre-operative
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- You need to undergo lab tests or a medical evaluation.
- Take specific medications or adjust your current ones.
- Stop smoking.
- Avoid aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, and herbal supplements, as they can increase bleeding and bruising.
You must arrange for a friend or family member to drive you to and from the surgery and stay with you the first night following the procedure.
Procedure
During neck lift surgery, intravenous sedation or general anesthesia is used to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure. Depending on your goals, you can choose between a traditional neck lift or a limited incision neck lift. The traditional approach involves an incision starting in the hairline at the sideburn, continuing around the ear, and ending in the posterior hair. This method allows for sculpting fat, repositioning underlying tissues, tightening the platysma muscle, and effectively tightening loose neck skin for a rejuvenated appearance. Excess skin is then trimmed. A separate incision under the chin may be needed for liposuction and muscle repair. Limited incision neck lifts use shorter incisions around the ear, with results that may be less extensive. Incisions are closed with sutures or skin glue, which are well concealed once healed.
Post-op care
Following completion of a necklift, a bandage might be placed around your neck to minimize swelling and bruising. Small tubes / drains may be present to draw off any excess blood or fluid.
You will be given specific instructions on how to care for the surgical site and drains, medications to apply or take orally, specific concerns to look for at the surgical site or in your general health and when to follow up with your plastic surgeon.
Recovery
- Recovery following neck lift surgery typically takes about 1–2 weeks. The drains are removed 48 hours & the sutures come off by the 7th day.You will need to wear a pressure garment for 3weeks following the surgery. It takes about 2-3 weeks for the swelling and the bruises to subside during which the prescribed meds and creams help. Make sure to follow all instructions carefully.
Complications
- Anesthesia risks
- Bleeding
- Numbness or other changes in skin sensation
- Poor wound healing and skin loss
- Unfavourable scarring
- Unsatisfactory results may include asymmetry, unsatisfactory surgical scar location and unacceptable visible deformities at the ends of the incisions
Necklift Can Be Combined With
BLEPHAROPLASTY
Eyelid surgery that removes excess skin and fat, rejuvenating tired or droopy eyes for a brighter, more refreshed appearance.
CHIN AUGMENTATION
Enhances chin shape and projection with implants or filler, balancing facial features and strengthening the jawline.
MORPHEUS8
Minimally invasive radiofrequency microneedling to tighten, lift, and rejuvenate skin by stimulating collagen, effectively treating fine lines, wrinkles, and sagging.
Consultation
Meet the skilled professionals behind our transformative treatments. Each of our specialist doctors brings extensive experience and a commitment to excellence, ensuring personalized care and exceptional results.
Sameer Karkhanis, MD
Board-Certified Mumbai Plastic Surgeon
Chief Plastic Surgeon & the Director at CCRS is a qualified Aesthetic Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon. He is Board Certified, with the qualification of DNB Plastic Surgery (Diplomate of National Board). He is an active member of the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery.
FAQs
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The patients who have undergone a necklift procedure can resume exercises within 3 weeks or more be depending on individual condition. It would be best to consult with your surgeon.
The scars are not visible since the incisions are made in several inconspicuous areas on the face.
You should always sleep on your back with your head elevated on a couple of pillows to avoid stress on the incision sites.
Yes. Neck lift surgery can improve a double chin when it is caused by loose skin, sagging muscles, or excess fat under the chin.
You can consult Cosmetic Surgery Centre for neck lift surgery in Thane, Mumbai to assess loose neck skin, sagging, and jawline concerns.
Since the procedure is performed under local or general anesthesia , the patients do not experience any major pain during the procedure. But during the recovery period, the candidate may feel some pain and bruising which can be managed with prescribed medications.
It depends. The results are definitely long-lasting but aging will bring some alterations in the obtained result. After neck lift surgery, patients typically appear years younger, with results that can last up to a decade.
Neck lift surgery is a cosmetic procedure that removes loose skin, tightens neck muscles, and improves sagging around the jawline and neck for a firmer appearance.
Neck lift surgery is performed under anesthesia. Mild discomfort, tightness, or swelling after the procedure can be managed with prescribed medicines.
