I am a 35-year old female and I recently lost 73 pounds. I'd like many things fixed :)...but the one that bothers me the most is my chin. I had a double chin when I was heavy, but now it's just loose empty skin that hangs there. What plastic surgery procedure(s) would I need to get done to get rid of it? I've lost 73 pounds but still feel fat because of my hanging neck. :( Thank you!
Answer: Neck lift with platysmaplasty Neck lift with platysmaplasty would be the best option. Neck lift to tighten the skin of the neck. Platysmaplasty to address the banding in the midline.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Neck lift with platysmaplasty Neck lift with platysmaplasty would be the best option. Neck lift to tighten the skin of the neck. Platysmaplasty to address the banding in the midline.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Neck Sagging/Fat - VASERlipo, FaceTite/AccuTite, Morpheus8/Fractora, Neck Lift/Platysmaplasty; Kybella, Thermage, Ultherapy "For a double chin, InMode FaceTite with VASERlipo would give you the best result. With significant neck sagging you would need a facelift / neck lift with muscle tightening (platysmaplasty). At the same time, I would recommend lasers (Fraxel, CO2, Halo, or Erbium) and microneedling RF (Fractora, Morpheus8, PiXel8, Intensif) to improve the crepey skin and wrinkles. Overall, the neck can be treated with a combination approach: 1. Microneedling and laser treatments for texture 2. Botox, Dysport, Xeomin or Jeuveau to help platysmal bands 3. Intensif, Fractora, PiXel8, or Morpheus8 microneedling RF for crepey skin and lifting 4. Injectable fillers like Belotero, Restylane Silk, Versa, and Juvederm Volbella to improve lines and folds 5. Face/neck lifting if sagging is prominent or premature, with or without platysmaplasty (muscle tightening) 6. Renuvion (J-Plasma), ThermiRF, and InMode FaceTite/AccuTite for internal tightening 7. Ultherapy and Thermage for external tightening 8. Regular Venus Legacy, Exilis Ultra, or InMode Forma treatments with facials to maintain tightness 9. PDO NovaThreads or Silhouette InstaLift cone threads for lifting and long-term collagen production See an expert for a formal evaluation and to develop a personalized treatment plan based on your individual situation and goals. Best, Dr. Emer"
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Neck Sagging/Fat - VASERlipo, FaceTite/AccuTite, Morpheus8/Fractora, Neck Lift/Platysmaplasty; Kybella, Thermage, Ultherapy "For a double chin, InMode FaceTite with VASERlipo would give you the best result. With significant neck sagging you would need a facelift / neck lift with muscle tightening (platysmaplasty). At the same time, I would recommend lasers (Fraxel, CO2, Halo, or Erbium) and microneedling RF (Fractora, Morpheus8, PiXel8, Intensif) to improve the crepey skin and wrinkles. Overall, the neck can be treated with a combination approach: 1. Microneedling and laser treatments for texture 2. Botox, Dysport, Xeomin or Jeuveau to help platysmal bands 3. Intensif, Fractora, PiXel8, or Morpheus8 microneedling RF for crepey skin and lifting 4. Injectable fillers like Belotero, Restylane Silk, Versa, and Juvederm Volbella to improve lines and folds 5. Face/neck lifting if sagging is prominent or premature, with or without platysmaplasty (muscle tightening) 6. Renuvion (J-Plasma), ThermiRF, and InMode FaceTite/AccuTite for internal tightening 7. Ultherapy and Thermage for external tightening 8. Regular Venus Legacy, Exilis Ultra, or InMode Forma treatments with facials to maintain tightness 9. PDO NovaThreads or Silhouette InstaLift cone threads for lifting and long-term collagen production See an expert for a formal evaluation and to develop a personalized treatment plan based on your individual situation and goals. Best, Dr. Emer"
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October 1, 2021
Answer: Neck lift for a turkey neck Congratulations on the weight loss! I regularly perform neck lifts, and when I examine patients seeking this procedure, it’s not uncommon for them to be happy about weight loss, but frustrated by loose skin. This is because skin is like the knees of leggings (for example), and when excess fat stretches out the skin over time, no amount of weight loss can make it retract. That’s when plastic surgery comes into the picture! By firmly resuspending the underlying layers and then redraping the skin, a clean, sharp and attractive jawline can be created. I hide my incisions behind the ear and in the hairline, allowing patients to wear their hair up, or back, without showing telltale signs of surgery. I often incorporate platysmaplasties with my neck lifts, which addresses the two vertical cords that can protrude and/or sag, obscuring the jawline. I find that a beautifully performed neck lift and platysmaplasty can create the most elegant neck, and it’s a true pleasure to see patients who were previously stuck wearing turtlenecks and scarves feeling unencumbered and happy!
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Answer: Neck lift for a turkey neck Congratulations on the weight loss! I regularly perform neck lifts, and when I examine patients seeking this procedure, it’s not uncommon for them to be happy about weight loss, but frustrated by loose skin. This is because skin is like the knees of leggings (for example), and when excess fat stretches out the skin over time, no amount of weight loss can make it retract. That’s when plastic surgery comes into the picture! By firmly resuspending the underlying layers and then redraping the skin, a clean, sharp and attractive jawline can be created. I hide my incisions behind the ear and in the hairline, allowing patients to wear their hair up, or back, without showing telltale signs of surgery. I often incorporate platysmaplasties with my neck lifts, which addresses the two vertical cords that can protrude and/or sag, obscuring the jawline. I find that a beautifully performed neck lift and platysmaplasty can create the most elegant neck, and it’s a true pleasure to see patients who were previously stuck wearing turtlenecks and scarves feeling unencumbered and happy!
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January 29, 2021
Answer: Most likely a neck lift and platysmaplasty Congratulations on all of the weight loss. That's amazing. From the photo it's hard to know 100%, because it's clear that you now have loose skin, but unclear how much laxity there is in the muscle underneath as well. Most of the time the platysma, which is the muscle of the neck under the skin, is also loose, and needs to be tightened. That requires an incision underneath your chin that is well hidden. I would also recommend a full neck lift to remove the excess skin, which requires an incision around the ears to get rid of all of the excess and define your neck as it was when you were younger. Patient's tolerate it very well and are typically very happy with the results. -Dr. David Mattos, New York Plastic Surgical Group
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Answer: Most likely a neck lift and platysmaplasty Congratulations on all of the weight loss. That's amazing. From the photo it's hard to know 100%, because it's clear that you now have loose skin, but unclear how much laxity there is in the muscle underneath as well. Most of the time the platysma, which is the muscle of the neck under the skin, is also loose, and needs to be tightened. That requires an incision underneath your chin that is well hidden. I would also recommend a full neck lift to remove the excess skin, which requires an incision around the ears to get rid of all of the excess and define your neck as it was when you were younger. Patient's tolerate it very well and are typically very happy with the results. -Dr. David Mattos, New York Plastic Surgical Group
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May 25, 2020
Answer: Necklift in your 30's Congratulations on your recent weight loss! Losing nearly 75 pounds is a great achievement and can leave you with hanging skin and muscle bands (platysma muscle). A surgical necklift would be a great option for tightening the skin and underlying muscle. The scars are typically well-concealed around the ear and under the chin. Many patients in Minneapolis are surprised that there is not a lot of pain or discomfort after a neck lift. If you do experience significant pain then you should definitely get in touch with your surgeon immediately and let them know. Typically you can expect the initial swelling to increase a few days with the peak being postoperative day number three. After that it dissipates over the next two weeks. In general, you can expect about a week of bruising. Patients tend to feel pretty good and back to themselves in about 24 to 48 hours, but it’s extremely important to avoid any strenuous activity for at least one week after surgery. This means no exercise or activity that increases the heart rate, no sexual activity, no straining to use the restroom. By the end of the first week, most of the sutures will be removed, but a few may need to stay in place for another week depending on how you’re healing. This is completely normal and nothing to worry about. Most patients are able to return to work after two weeks because the bruising has subsided and the swelling is mostly gone. Makeup can be work after the first week to conceal any bruising or scars. It takes about 3 months for most of the swelling to resolve and for you to see your true results. Sometimes, certain areas of your skin may remain firm for 6-9 months and this can be improved with lymphatic massage or just waiting for it to subside. The scars fade by about 12 months after surgery. Best of luck, Dr. Karan Chopra ★★★★★ Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon Face ⨀ Breast ⨀ Body Expert Johns Hopkins Trained Cosmetic Fellowship Trained
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Answer: Necklift in your 30's Congratulations on your recent weight loss! Losing nearly 75 pounds is a great achievement and can leave you with hanging skin and muscle bands (platysma muscle). A surgical necklift would be a great option for tightening the skin and underlying muscle. The scars are typically well-concealed around the ear and under the chin. Many patients in Minneapolis are surprised that there is not a lot of pain or discomfort after a neck lift. If you do experience significant pain then you should definitely get in touch with your surgeon immediately and let them know. Typically you can expect the initial swelling to increase a few days with the peak being postoperative day number three. After that it dissipates over the next two weeks. In general, you can expect about a week of bruising. Patients tend to feel pretty good and back to themselves in about 24 to 48 hours, but it’s extremely important to avoid any strenuous activity for at least one week after surgery. This means no exercise or activity that increases the heart rate, no sexual activity, no straining to use the restroom. By the end of the first week, most of the sutures will be removed, but a few may need to stay in place for another week depending on how you’re healing. This is completely normal and nothing to worry about. Most patients are able to return to work after two weeks because the bruising has subsided and the swelling is mostly gone. Makeup can be work after the first week to conceal any bruising or scars. It takes about 3 months for most of the swelling to resolve and for you to see your true results. Sometimes, certain areas of your skin may remain firm for 6-9 months and this can be improved with lymphatic massage or just waiting for it to subside. The scars fade by about 12 months after surgery. Best of luck, Dr. Karan Chopra ★★★★★ Minneapolis Plastic Surgeon Face ⨀ Breast ⨀ Body Expert Johns Hopkins Trained Cosmetic Fellowship Trained
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October 3, 2019
Answer: Neck post weight loss Congratulations on your amazing transformation. I would recommend seeing a plastic surgeon in your area for assessment. It is likely that muscle tightening and skin excess removal are in your future, but there are many options for aesthetic improvement to the submental area. Options include lipo, face/neck lift, RF Microneedling with laser work. Good luck to you on your neck aesthetic journey!
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Answer: Neck post weight loss Congratulations on your amazing transformation. I would recommend seeing a plastic surgeon in your area for assessment. It is likely that muscle tightening and skin excess removal are in your future, but there are many options for aesthetic improvement to the submental area. Options include lipo, face/neck lift, RF Microneedling with laser work. Good luck to you on your neck aesthetic journey!
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