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How Long Does a Neck Lift Last?

Hello. I'm 46 years old and although I have a youthful face, my neck gives away my age. It seemed to happen all of a sudden.

I really hate my neck, but I don't have the funds necessary to pay for a Neck lift and all that that involves without some type of financing. So, two questions: How long would a typical Neck lift last before having to get touch-ups, and what payment options are available? Thank you.

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16 Doctor Answers | Asked by gaylep in Michigan

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Neck Lifts- longevity

Neck lifts some times refer to an under the chin incision with liposuction and tightening. They do not tighten skin. Most patients with your problem need a facelift in addition to a necklift. That way the skin is tightened. Many patients with early signs of aging around the jowl and neck area benefit from a minilift, but this should be very carefully performed by an experienced facelift surgeon you have researched carefully, not a mass market clinic. At your age, the average benefit... more

Neck lift

Neck lift longevfity really depends upon the individual. As for payment options there are a number of compnaies that offer financing and I am sure most offices can help you arrange for this.

Steven Wallach, MD

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Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Long term results of Neck Lifts

The problem with trying to answer your question is that not all neck lifts are the same. When a patient comes to my office and requests a neck lift, we have to sit down and go over which parts of their neck they are concerned with, fat, skin, muscle, or all three. Depending on the amount of excess fat, the laxity of the skin, and the status of the muscles of your neck, the procedure will differ and so will the cost. The longevity of a neck lift result will also depend on how each of... more

Philip S. Schoenfeld, MD

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Chevy Chase Facial Plastic Surgeon

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Neck Lift Longevity

Hi Gaylep. This is the most common question that a patient asks during consultation. The responsible surgeon should always answer that they do not know how long it will last. As a rule, the speed of aging is more a responsibility of the patient than the surgeon. Normally we tend to age in 7-10 years blocks. this means that every 7 to 10 years we realize in the mirror that we look older. Patients that have a lot of stress, taking care of an ill family member, not very good nights of sleep,... more

Longevity of a neck lift

Laxity and aging of the neck is a very common concern for many people. Several procedures can be performed to address this area including liposuction, a neck lift with or with out a platysmaplasty, skin excision, and gland removal to name a few. A well performed neck lift procedure should last 6-10 years as long as you take care of it. That means maintaining your weight and not fluctuating up and down, and taking good care of your skin especially with sunblocks. Which one of these... more

Duration of Neck Lift

How long a necklift lasts will depend on several factors, including your age, overall health, pre-existing condition (elasticity) of your skin, smoking,etc. Generally, as with full facelifting, the younger patients see longer results than older patients. This is because the skin is more elastic and will hold its position better and longer. On average, patients can expect the results to last 8-12 years, but this varies widely with different patients. Also, I... more

Necklift Longevity

Not all necklifts are created equally. Depending on your particular problem areas, a neck lift can involve liposuction, tightening of the muscles (corset), and skin tightening/lifting. With regards to longevity, you will look better than you would have without surgery. However, normal aging does continue to occur. Assuming your surgery is performed by a board certified plastic surgeon, your results can last 5-10 years. Most plastic surgeons will offer a variety of financing... more

How long does a neck lift last?

Thanks for your question. Done properly a neck lift should last the same amount of time as a face-lift 10-15 years. Your neck will never go back to it's pre-lifted state but gravity and the normal aging process will slowly continue. Most people never have there neck re-lifted but if they do it's not for a significant period of time. Finaning is usually available through companies like Care Credit. Ask your doctor for more financing options. more

How long does a neck lift last?

I think you get at LEAST 10 years out of a well done, wee conceived neck lift. Watch out for less expensive, non surgical treatments which may not be effective at all or whiose effects may not last.

Lawrence Kass, MD

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Saint Petersburg Oculoplastic Surgeon

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Longevity of neck lift results

Neck lifts last forever. A neck lift usually will hold up 10 to 15 years before needing any further touchup work. The neck lift does not address excess skin in the lower neck. It is simply the removal of fat above and below the platysma muscle in addition to tightening the platysma muscle. If there are early cords pressing on the anterior platysmal band, these can be clipped. You may still need a facelift 10 to 15 years from then. Financing options for facial plastic surgery are... more

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