Neck lifting surgery, also known as a neck lift or lower rhytidectomy, is a cosmetic surgical procedure aimed at rejuvenating the appearance of the neck and jawline by addressing sagging skin, excess fat, and muscle laxity. It is often performed in conjunction with a facelift or as a standalone procedure to restore a more youthful and defined contour to the neck area.
Here’s an overview of how neck lifting surgery is typically performed:
Consultation: Before the procedure, the patient will have a consultation with a qualified plastic surgeon to discuss their goals, concerns, and medical history. The surgeon will evaluate the patient’s neck anatomy, skin quality, and degree of laxity to determine the most appropriate surgical approach and create a personalized treatment plan.
Anesthesia: Neck lifting surgery is usually performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation, depending on the extent of the surgery and the patient’s preferences.
Incisions: The surgeon makes discreet incisions in strategic locations, typically behind the ears and/or under the chin, to access the underlying structures of the neck. The incisions are carefully planned to minimize visible scarring and allow for optimal access to the treatment areas.
Tissue Tightening and Reshaping: Once the incisions are made, the surgeon may perform various techniques to tighten and reshape the underlying muscles and tissues of the neck. This may involve tightening the platysma muscle, removing excess fat through liposuction, and lifting and repositioning the skin to create a smoother and more contoured neck profile.
Skin Redraping and Removal: After the underlying tissues have been addressed, the surgeon carefully redrapes the skin over the newly contoured neck area and removes any excess skin to achieve a tighter and more youthful appearance. The incisions are then closed with sutures or surgical staples.
Closure and Recovery: Once the surgery is complete, the incisions are closed with sutures or surgical staples, and a bandage or compression garment may be applied to the neck to minimize swelling and support the healing process. Patients typically experience some bruising, swelling, and discomfort following the procedure, which can be managed with pain medication and proper post-operative care.
Results: The final results of neck lifting surgery become gradually apparent as swelling subsides and the tissues settle into their new position. Patients can expect a smoother, firmer, and more defined neck contour, with improved jawline definition and a more youthful appearance.
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You had better share all your expectations and concerns with your doctor. During examination, you should reply to any questions to be asked about your general health condition in details and inform your doctor about your past diseases and medications you use.
Your surgery to be performed in our hospital will be carried out with sedation + under local anaesthesia or general anaesthesia as to the practice. Its approximate duration is 1.5-2 hours, you will need to stay at the hospital for an overnight.
You will be examined and informed by an anaesthesia doctor before the prominent ear surgery. Blood diluent medications, vitamins and factors affecting anaesthesia such as alcohol and smoking should be discontinued starting from the date foreseen by your doctor.
You may have mild pain after the operation but the post-operation period is gone through easily with prescribed painkiller. You may need to stay at our hospital. After post-operational follow-up, control and medical dressing, there’s no harm in having a bathe. After your controls at the 3rd and 5th days, your doctor will direct you for the next controls.
At the early period, temporary bruises, edema and sensitiveness may be seen. These affects will diminish within two weeks and distinguish wholly in 2 weeks. You may go back to your working life in 5-6 days but you had better avoid extreme activities for 1 week.
Neck lifting surgery is a highly effective way to address signs of aging and restore a more youthful and rejuvenated appearance to the neck and jawline. It’s essential to undergo neck lifting surgery from a qualified and experienced plastic surgeon to ensure the best possible outcome and minimize the risk of complications. Reputable medical facilities like the Istanbul Aesthetic Center (IAC) offer comprehensive facial rejuvenation services, including neck lifting surgery, providing patients with expert care and personalized treatment to achieve their desired aesthetic goals.
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