Neck Lift
In Houston
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Why should you choose Athré Facial Plastics for neck lift surgery?
The neck is one of the areas of the body where the signs of aging stand out the most. If you’re noticing sagging, a turkey neck, excess skin, or a loss of definition around your neck, a neck lift in Houston with facial plastic surgeon Dr. Raghu Athré can retighten and give you the youthful look you desire.
Neck Lift Surgery at a Glance
- Restores Definition: Tightens loose skin and removes excess fat for a more defined jawline and youthful neck contour.
- Minimally Invasive Options: Techniques available with minimal downtime and hidden incisions.
- Long-Lasting Results: Enjoy a smoother, tighter neck for several years.
- Personalized Approach: Dr. Athré tailors the procedure to your specific concerns and anatomy.
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Neck Lift Before & Afters
Rejuvenation Revealed
What is neck lift surgery?
A neck lift is a surgical procedure to rejuvenate the neck and jawline. There are several types of neck lift procedures, but all of the procedures address:
- Loose skin in the neck area
- Excess fat in the neck area
- Separation of the platysma muscles
- Loss of definition along the jawline
Essentially the neck lift addresses the lower 1/3rd of the face. Therefore, it is also called a lower facelift.
Precision in Every Step
What happens in a neck lift or lower facelift?
The neck is made of skin, a collagen-rich matrix layer, and a deep muscle layer. The muscle layer, or platysma, envelops the neck and acts like a sling to support the tissues of the neck. Over time, one or more of these tissue layers may lose elasticity. As the tensile strength of the tissue layers is lost, the underlying tissues tend to droop or herniate.
Gravity and genetics are the key components that can cause signs of aging around the neck area. As aging occurs, gravity pulls on the neck tissues causing them to droop and fall. The collagen and elastin-rich matrix of tissue deep in the skin can also begin to slowly degrade. These actions decrease the amount of support to the tissues of the neck, and over a lifetime, loose tissue (also known as a “waddle”) can form. The platysma muscle also tends to lose its tightness, and splay apart over time.
Genetics plays a major role in aging of the neck as well as in the development of excess fat in the neck. Other factors include rapid or frequent changes in weight. The end result is loose skin, excess soft tissue and fat, and the loss of the sharp, youthful angle of the neck.
The neck can be rejuvenated and the sharpness and definition of the neck can be restored via our Houston neck lift or lower facelift procedure.
Neck Liposuction
For patients with mild laxity in their neck, an intact platysmal sling, but excess fat starting to decrease definition in the neck, neck liposuction may be all that is needed. Neck liposuction involves injecting the neck tissues with a tumescent solution. The tumescent solution provides anesthesia as well as hemostasis to stop bleeding. Once the tumescent solution has been injected and approximately 20 minutes have elapsed, the neck tissues can be liposuctioned. A 2mm blunt tip cannula is used under mild suction to suction out the fat. Liposuction works initially by suctioning the fat. Long term, the cannula moving back and forth across the deep tissues of the neck causes a proliferation of scar tissue. This scar tightens the neck and enhances the definition and contour of the neck.
Neck Liposuction works well in:
- Young patients with good contractility of skin and deep neck tissues
- Mild amount of herniated fat
- None to minimal sagging skin
Patients with more extensive aging in the neck will need additional surgery to redrape excess skin, and redundant platysma muscle.
Direct Neck Lift – Cervicoplasty
The direct neck lift is a type of neck lift procedure performed directly in the anterior midline portion of the neck. This type of procedure is quick and effective. It can easily remove excess skin, tighten loose muscle, remove excess fat, and increase neck definition. The primary drawback for this procedure is the prominent scar in the midline of the neck.
With scar management, the scar will subside, but there is always a visible scar in Dr. Athré’s opinion.
Dr. Athré rarely uses this type of neck lift for that reason. It is, however, a realistic option in an aged male patient who usually wears a beard.
Deep Neck Lift – Lower Face lift (Lower Face and Neck Lift)
The deep neck lift is the type of lift Dr. Athré uses most often for aging in the neck area. The deep neck lift works well in patients who:
- Have any amount excess fat from mild to severe
- Have sagging skin of the neck (mild to moderate)
- Have little to no aging of the midface
- Have slight aging of the jawline
In a deep neck lift, an incision is made under the chin and behind each ear. Through the incision under the chin, excess fat is removed, the platysma muscles are tightened (platysmaplasty), and droopy (ptotic) deep neck structures (fat, submandibular glands) are removed. Next, the platysma muscle is tightened via the incision behind the ears, and excess skin is removed through the same incision. This type of neck is very effective in addressing the neck.
Shortcomings to the deep neck lift are:
Types of Neck Lift Procedures
There are many types of neck lift procedures including:
- Neck liposuction
- Direct neck lift
- Deep neck lift with lateral neck lift (lower facelift)
Classic Contours
What conditions does neck lift surgery address?
When considering a neck lift Houston patients may be ideal for this surgery if they are experiencing:
- Loose, sagging skin in the neck area
- Visible platysmal bands (neck muscles)
- Excess fatty deposits under the chin
- Poorly defined jawline
- Loss of a youthful neck contour
Simply Alluring
Benefits of Neck Lift Surgery
Neck lift surgery offers a range of advantages that can significantly enhance your appearance and boost your confidence. The procedure can dramatically improve the appearance of loose skin, tighten sagging platysmal bands, and remove excess fat deposits, resulting in a smoother, more youthful neck contour. Additionally, a neck lift can lead to a more defined jawline, creating a more balanced and aesthetically pleasing facial profile.
Compared to non-surgical options, neck lift surgery provides long-lasting results that you can enjoy for several years with proper care. While the procedure is more invasive than some alternatives, Dr. Athré's expertise and minimally invasive techniques ensure a safe and effective experience with minimal downtime.
Capture Your Ideal Look
Am I a candidate for neck lift surgery?
Good candidates for neck lift surgery are generally healthy individuals with realistic expectations about the outcome and visible signs of aging in the neck and lower face. During your consultation, Dr. Athré will discuss your goals, assess your facial anatomy, and determine if neck lift surgery is the right choice for you.
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Neck Lift Recovery
Neck lift surgery typically involves a recovery period of 1-2 weeks. You can expect some swelling and bruising in the first few days, which will gradually subside. Dr. Athré will provide detailed post-operative instructions to ensure optimal healing.
Long-Lasting and Luxurious
Neck Lift Results
You will start to see initial results within a few weeks as swelling subsides. However, final results can take up to several months to fully appreciate as the tissues settle. Neck lift surgery offers long-lasting results, with patients enjoying a smoother, tighter neck and a more defined jawline for several years.
Neck Lift
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, neck lift surgery can be combined with other facial rejuvenation procedures, such as a facelift, facial liposuction, or eyelid surgery, to achieve a more comprehensive and harmonious rejuvenation effect. Dr. Athré will create a personalized treatment plan based on your goals.
The cost of neck lift surgery can vary depending on the chosen technique, extent of correction needed, and anesthesia fees. During your consultation, our office team will provide a transparent cost breakdown.
As with any surgery, neck lift carries potential risks like infection, bleeding, and temporary nerve numbness. Dr. Athré will discuss these risks in detail during your consultation and ensure all safety measures are taken to minimize them.
To prepare for your neck lift surgery, Dr. Athré may recommend stopping smoking, avoiding certain medications, and maintaining a healthy diet. He will provide specific pre-operative instructions to optimize your surgical outcome.
Client Testimonial
“I had that ole turkey neck. Dr Athre and Sandy first off put me in complete ease regarding the procedure…they didn’t BS me. Dr Athre is completely straight forward and not intimidating at all, very down to earth… I wanted to look like me just better. Exactly what he did!”
