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Neck Lift or Chin Implant to Improve Profile?

asked 2 years ago by kds88 in New York City
Latest answer by Laxmeesh Mike Nayak, MD
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Tags: chin, neck, male, profile, shape

I have always had a problem with my profile because while I am very in shape my neck line has always been really troubling. I feel like it slopes in a really ugly way. Would I need to get a Neck lift or a Chin implant?

14 answers to Neck Lift or Chin Implant to Improve Profile?

Neck profile improvement

There are several issues (which need to be determined by palpation and an exam) and ways to help. Two patients who look identical might require totally different procedures. If the chin is weak, a chin implant helps. It definitely appears this would benefit you. If there is extra fat, liposuction helps. This is likely to benefit you as well. If the platysma is loose, a platysmaplasty helps. Our version of interlacing platysmaplasty is called the Neck-Lace. This is the procedure we... more

Brent Moelleken, MD
Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

www.drbrent.com

Small Anatomic Implant

In my opinion a small anatomic implant is the only thing needed. Do not get crazy and start going down a slippery slope of rejuvenation long before it is really needed. From what I can see liposuction is not even needed and can have some long term effect.

S. Randolph Waldman, MD
Lexington Facial Plastic Surgeon

Neck Lift or Chin Implant

I agree with most of the other reviewers. From what I can see, a chin implant would probably solve your problem. Of course, with a through examination and discussion with you, a different approach may be indicated.

Robert T. Buchanan, MD
Highlands Plastic Surgeon

Chin implants can improve your profile

Based on this photograph, you are probably best served with a chin implant alone, and would not get much additional benefit from liposuction or necklifting.

Laxmeesh Mike Nayak, MD
Saint Louis Facial Plastic Surgeon

Neck lift or chin implant

It is hard to say what would best suit you from this one photo that doesn't show up too well. A full exam would be most prudent.

Steven Wallach, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Improve profile with neck lift or chin implant

A neck lift is performed to tighten the Plastyma muscle of the neck, as well as remove fat deposits both above and below this muscle. It is an operation that is also done to remove fat at the jaw line going back toward the ears. A chin implant is used to bring the chin forward when a retrusive chin exists. Schedule a consultation with a few different facial plastic surgeon for more personalized options.

William Portuese, MD
Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon

Chin implant and neck liposuction can strengthen the jaw and face

You look young and would not benefit from a neck lift. Based on the limited photo, I would lean toward a chin implant and liposuction of the neck. This can have an excellent result. Speak with a board-certified plastic surgeon for a more specific evaluation. Good luck!

Parham Ganchi, MD
Wayne Plastic Surgeon

Chin implants improve the submental neck skin laxity

The picture you provide supports the unanimous feeling that a chin implant is the way to go. A lift is unnecessary, a larger surgery, and honestly addresses other issues in the face. The fullness under the jawline can be from skin laxity, fat, or underlying muscle and structural components of the neck. That is why an exam in person helps to differentiate the added value of liposuction. When you place the chin implant in position, it adds a little tension to the skin of the submentum. ... more

Kevin Robertson, MD
Madison Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.robertsonplasticsurgery.com

A chin Implant can improve the appearance of your neck skin.

A Chin Implant can improve your neck skin be making it more taught. The dark profile photo you posted reveals a youthful appearance and a slightly underprojected chin. You should consult a board-certified facial plastic surgeon experienced in Chin Implant surgery to discuss what's right for you. I hope this is helpful for you.

Eric M. Joseph, MD
West Orange Facial Plastic Surgeon

You don't need chin implant.

Hi. The neck is complex, and hard to assess from just this one photo. But you seem to have a strong chin, and I would not advise a chin implant. You might benefit by a neck lift, depending on the underlying anatomy.

George J. Beraka, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Chin implant to improve the profile

As a NYC surgeon, I often see people who pose your question. In looking at your photo, it does not appear that a neck lift is needed and I would opt for a chin implant with, or without liposuction of the area under the chin. Chin implants are a terrific operation, and make a very positive improvement in one's profile. You simply can not diet and excercise to get a strong chin. You either have it, or you see a surgeon.

Darrick E. Antell, MD
Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Improving the neck/chin profile.

You do not need a lift. Only a small chin implant with or without liposuction, The surgeon will examine the submental area to see if this is fat or primarily muscle. If it is very little fat, then no liposuction.

Toby Mayer, MD
Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

Options for neck and chin

It is difficult to say from this limited view, but I would support Dr. Rand's approach of limited intervention with a subtle chin implant plus liposuction.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Neck treatment

You look young enough that you could improve the neck profile with a small chin implant and some submental liposuction. Later in life you would have needed a neck lift but for now, you could do well with less surgery.