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For Which Patients is Non-surgical Neck Lift Recommended?

asked 6 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Amiya Prasad, MD
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Tags: alternative, diabetes, neck bands, treatment, turkey neck

Could a non-surgical neck lift be a long-lasting solution for diabetics with turkey neck?

11 answers to For Which Patients is Non-surgical Neck Lift Recommended?

Non-Surgical Neck Lift Options

Nonsurgical options for neck rejuvenation include Pelleve to tighten loose skin and even Botox for prominent neck bands. Neck liposuction constitutes as "surgery" to remove unwanted fat in the neck area. Laser-assisted neck lift can use a laser device in addition to another neck procedure to tighten the skin of the neck, but the effectiveness depends on the skill of the surgeon. Given you have proper medical management, a surgical limited neck lift may improve the appearance of... more

Amiya Prasad, MD
New York Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.prasadcosmeticsurgery.com

Non-surgical neck lift

I agree with others that you shouldn't waste your time or money on non-surgical options for a 'turkey neck'. The recovery from a neck lift can be as quick as 5-7 days.

Sam Naficy, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

seattleface.com

No great non-surgical solutions for the neck - and liposuction qualifies as surgery

There are really no non-surgical solutions presently available for a turkey neck (excess loose skin and fat) that do anything of any significance. A neck lift or facelift is the gold standard and can be done safely in a well controlled diabetic as long as your internist approves and you are otherwise a healthy, non-smoker in good physical condition. I would also take exception to Dr. Young's comment that liposuction is a "non-surgical solution" - it absolutely is... more

Richard P. Rand, MD, FACS
Seattle Plastic Surgeon

For Which Patients is Non-surgical Neck Lift Recommended?

There is no non-surgical neck lift for turkey neck - for which all us plastic surgeons can be very thankful! The various non-surgical modalities are possibly useful only in the very mildest cases of neck laxity, and the results are often unconvincing. Your diabetes does not necessarily disqualify you from surgery. I work closely with the family doctors and my anesthesiologist colleagues to ensure that all my patients with underlying medical conditions are well taken... more

Eric Pugash, MD
Vancouver Plastic Surgeon

Neck lift options and diabetes

A turkey neck is caused by gradual sagging of the platysma muscle underneath the skin in the neck. Once you get to the actual turkey neck appearance, it is unlikely that a non-surgical option will provide you with much benefit. The most effective solution is a neck lift which anchors the platysma muscle in the correct position and allows for the removal of excess skin. Diabetes doesn't necessarily exclude you from a neck lift but it does put you at increased risk for post-operative... more

Todd C. Miller, MD
Orange County Facial Plastic Surgeon

Nonsurgical approaches to necklift

You are absolutely right that the nonsurgical approaches, including Thermage and laser, will not achieve optimal results. See a board certified plastic surgeon to determine whether they could be of value to you. I wold never go so far as to say that a diabetic patient should hav no major problems. It depends upon the severity of the disease and you should not discount the additional risks for diabetics.

Robert L. Kraft, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Non surgical approaches to a turkey neck in a diabetic

You've described your neck as a turkey neck which usually means you have a waddle of skin and fat below your chin of more than minor size, in which case surgery would probably be best. But, if your diabetes is not well controlled and your primary care doc doesn't advise surgery, you could consider Thermage (a radio-frequency device) or Ulthera (an ultrasound device) if you could accept a minor improvement; they will not work miracles, don't replace surgery, but might help... more

Russell W. H. Kridel, MD
Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.todaysface.com

Nonsurgical necklft for turkey neck

If you really do have a turkey neck deformity, I doubt that any nonsurgical procedure will provide the results you are seeking. Alternatively, I do not think that having diabetes means that you are not a good candidate for a surgical neck lift procedure.

Lawrence Kass, MD
Saint Petersburg Oculoplastic Surgeon

www.kassmd.com

Non-surgical neck lift

Although not non-surgical, a direct approach to "turkey neck" removal is possible that may be better if you desire a less invasive option because of the diabetes. Direct excisional techniques are long lasting. May be indicated for someone who isn't a good candidate for general anesthesia. Regardless be sure blood sugar is well controlled, and your plastic surgeon plans management of your blood sugar with your diabetes physician and the anesthesiologist, if you will need one. more

Steve Laverson, MD
San Diego Plastic Surgeon

Diabetics can get a neck lfit a non surgical solution would give minimal results but there are options

I have done many neck lifts on diabetics. You should have a medical clearance by your primary care physician or other pertinent speciailist but once cleared you should have no major problems with having a neck lift. Non surgical solutions include liposuction. Sometimes fat grafting done in a judicious way can also improve your neck. Below is a video for you to watch and a link to see more informative videos: see video

Philip Young, MD
Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.drphilipyoung.com

Nonsurgical neck lift?

Thank you for the question. Unfortunately, there is no effective “nonsurgical neck lift” for any patient who presents with “turkey neck”. I am sure that patients spend millions of dollars every year on gimmicky modalities, exercises or lotions only to be disappointed with the outcome ( Or lack of results). I would suggest that you seek consultation with a well experienced board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss options. With your diabetes under good... more