Neck lift plastic surgery is designed to eliminate excess skin and fat deposits from your neck and to address aging signs like wrinkles and creases in this area. This advanced aesthetic procedure provides you with a slimmer and smoother profile.
A neck lift is also known as neck rejuvenation. During this cosmetic surgery, Dr. Dragana Spica removes the excess skin around your jawline to create a youthful-looking neck. The results are natural-looking and long-lasting.
You can safely and effectively combine neck lift surgery with a facelift or eyelid lift for even more dramatic results.
Before scheduling your neck lift surgery, you are consulted with Dr. Dragana Spica. She asks you about your medical history and aesthetic goals. She explains to you what neck lift surgery can do for you and what side effects may appear after the surgery. She creates a customized treatment plan that addresses your specific concerns about aging signs on your neck. Dr. Dragana may also take some photographs of your face and neck so that you can compare your appearance before and after the procedure.
Dr. Dragana also explains to you how to prepare for the surgery. Some of the recommendations include avoiding blood-thinning medications to prevent excessive bleeding during and post-op, and arranging for someone to drive you home after the surgery.
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.
Neck lift surgery offers you a lot of benefits.
It reduces aging signs in the lower part of your face. Your neck and jawline appear youthful and smooth. Wrinkles and skin creases are significantly reduced.
A neck lift doesn’t require a long recovery when compared to some other surgical procedures. It’s perfect for you if you have a busy schedule.
Also, a huge benefit of a neck lift is that you can safely combine it with a face lift, eyelid lift or brow lift for even more dramatic results.
On the day of your neck lift, you are prepped for the surgery and given general anesthesia.
Dr. Dragana chooses the right technique to start your surgery according to your skin elasticity, anatomy, and aesthetic goals. One of the techniques, Dr. Dragana can use is 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.
Another technique Dr. Dragana can use is anterior neck lift. She 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.
Dr. Dragana can also use a technique called an extended neck lift. This procedure is combined with a facelift for even more effective results. Dr. Dragana 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.
After finishing your neck lift surgery, Dr. Dragana closes the incisions with stitches and puts bandages on the treated area.
The surgery can last for a couple of hours, depending on the extent of your case.
You can go home a few hours after the surgery unless Dr. Dragana advises you to spend the night at the hospital. Don’t forget to arrange for someone to drive you home and stay with you for the first 24 hours.
Since neck lift plastic surgery is an invasive procedure you may expect to experience some usual post-op side effects.
The usual side effects include bruising, pain, and swelling. Wearing a compression garment greatly reduces the swelling.
Some more severe side effects include:
In case of these side effects, inform Dr. Dragana immediately.
We are all different and our bodies heal at different speeds. You need to be patient and follow Dr. Dragana’s recovery recommendations carefully. Then you can be certain that you will heal quickly and properly and that you will achieve the desired outcomes.
After the surgery, you might notice that your neck feels tight. All the bruising should pass after 2 weeks. The swelling will gradually resolve within 3 months and you will notice the new contours of your neck.
Some of Dr. Dragana’s instructions for faster recovery include:
You can return to your normal daily activities after 2 to 3 weeks.
The incisions will gradually turn into scars which should be practically invisible since they are strategically hidden under your chin or in the contours of your ears. To prevent your scars from turning darker, avoid direct sun exposure or use a high SPF.
The results of neck lift are natural-looking and long-lasting. You can enjoy the effects of neck lift even longer if you adopt a proper skincare routine and apply a high SPF when going outside. Also, if you practice good posture and don’t bend your neck too much, your neck will look youthful for a long time.
You will notice the first results of neck lift when the swelling starts to reduce. It will have nicer contours. The full results should be visible after about 6 months.
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