What happens to jowl fat during a face/neck lift? Is it repositioned or removed or a combination of both? (Photo)

Good question. The short answer is both. Or in other words - "whatever it takes". It usually takes a combination of moving some of the fat back up into the lower cheek as well as reducing the amount of the bulge when there is simply too much there. creating a smooth jawline is the goal.

During facelift surgery, treatment of the jowls depends on each individual patient. If there are significant deposits of fat in the jowl area, liposuction using small blunt cannulas can be used to sculpt the region. Most individuals, however, simply require repositioning of the lax skin and deeper tissue layer to re-establish a smooth jawline. Be sure to consult with an experienced facial plastic/plastic surgeon in your area. These are great questions to bring up during your examination. Good luck!