Neck lift aesthetic surgery is performed to correct neck and facial aging signs such as Marionette lines, jowls and neck contours by firming neck muscles, removing excess skin and supporting saggy tissue.
Usually, the incision is made in front of the earlobe, around and behind the ear and into the lower scalp. With this technique the scar is practically invisible. There is an additional smaller incision underneath the chin.
During this cosmetic surgery, Dr. Dragana Spica undermines the skin and the strong connective supportive tissue or SMAS. With neck lift procedure, Dr. Spica also creates a better support for neck muscle otherwise known as platysma. Any excess fat is removed under the chin.
Neck lift is an effective procedure for contouring and rejuvenating the appearance of the neck.
Neck lift can be safely combined with other surgical procedures like brow lift, face lift or blepharoplasty.
You are a good candidate for neck lift plastic surgery if you are generally fit and healthy and have realistic expectations from the surgery.
A neck lift is an effective solution for you if you have a double chin, wrinkles, and creases on your neck and your jawline is poorly defined.
On the other hand, if you have a history of blood disease, diabetes high blood pressure or a tendency to develop abnormal scars, you may not be a good candidate for this procedure.
Liposuction - This is the best option if your skin is still elastic and you have pockets of fat under the chin. Dr. Dragana makes a small incision under your chin to suction the excess fat tissue and contour your neck.
Anterior neck lift – Dr. Spica creates a small incision under your chin and shapes the tissue in your neck. She then puts the skin over the tissue and makes your neck appear more youthful.
Extended neck lift - This procedure is combined with a facelift for even more effective results. Dr. Spica creates an incision under your chin, in front of your ears, and along your hairline. She reshapes the tissue in your lower face and neck area and removes the excess skin.
Neck lift is a sophisticated aesthetic surgery that softens the signs of aging in lower face and neck, provides support for saggy tissues, firms muscles in the neck and removes excess skin.
The surgery can last for a couple of hours, depending on the extent of your case. The surgery can last for a couple of hours, depending on the extent of your case.
General anesthesia is usually administered before neck lift.
Intravenous (IV) sedation is another type of anesthesia for neck lift.
Since neck lift is an invasive aesthetic surgery, it carries certain risks, including:
The results may last for up to 10 years, or even longer depending on the genetic predisposition, lifestyle habits and aging.
The price of neck lift depends on the on the complexity, the length of the surgery and whether the surgery is done in isolation or combined with face lift.
Before the surgery, you need to have a thorough consultation with Dr. Dragana Spica. She may require blood tests.
Also, Dr. Spica will advise you to stop smoking and taking certain vitamins and supplements.
It’s important to arrange for someone to drive you home after the surgery.
On the day of your neck lift you are prepped for the surgery and given anesthesia.
Dr. Dragana Spica makes the incisions according to your indications and removes the excess fat, repositions the tissue under your neck and tightens the platysma muscle. She also eliminates any excess skin.
In the end, Dr. Spica uses stitches to close the incisions. She may also place tiny temporary tubes to drain fluids and blood from underneath the skin surface.
When you feel comfortable, you are discharged from the surgical sites and given all the instructions for the recovery period.
You won’t feel any pain during neck lift because of the anesthesia. However you may experience mild to moderate discomfort during recovery period.
Generally, the recovery period after neck lift lasts between 2 to 4 weeks.
During the first week, you should sleep in a slightly elevated position to reduce swelling. Avoid lifting heavy objects and turning your head at the neck.
You can return to your normal daily activities after 4 weeks.
You should pay attention to the presence of bruising and swelling, which should subside after several weeks.
Also, you need to keep the surgical site clean to prevent infection.
It’s important to have regular follow-up appointments with Dr. Dragana Spica.
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