Would a chin strap help keep my neck from getting saggy again?

After a neck lift I encourage my patients to wear a chin strap for two to three days to diminish swelling.  I don't believe the strap is helpful for most patients after that time.  At two months following surgery you are almost fully healed.

Hello.  A successfully performed neck lift should achieve desired results and maintain those results more many years.  We do often recommend wearing a sling the first two weeks to help support the neck while it heals, but the sling is not the critical factor.  I recommend you see your surgeon and make sure everything is healing well.  Take care.

Thank you for the question. At two months, the chin strap dressing will not have any major structural need. However, if you have any residual swelling or fluid collection, this can help it resolve more quickly. Best of luck!

Post surgery I do a combination of botox/dysport, venus legacy and consider thermiRF to get the most results.  Once a year or so my patients do thermage or ultherapy. A new medication that is used to remove chin fat with injections called Kybella may also be an option, as it secondarily allows for skin tightening/lifting as well. A formal consultation is needed to determine what are the best options for you. Best, Dr. Emer. 

Hi Deborra, the strength of the necklift procedure is in the anchoring of muscle in an elevated position. I frequently have patients wear a supportive garment for a couple of weeks following surgery to help facilitate the resolution of swelling. However, after two months, a chin strap will not likely have any benefit in preventing future sagging. Make sure to be compliant with your surgeon's instructions.