Facelift/necklift, so many "after" photos show a small pouch of hanging skin under chin. Why is that?

October 14, 2014
Asked By:imagingboomer in Louisville, KY

I've noticed in many "after" pics that there seems to be more often than not loose skin right under chin on many patients. I want to rid myself of that double chin/turkey thing but am having second thoughts when I see these photos. I am looking to regain my jawline and rid myself of that extra skin under chin. A lot are at 6 mos-I would expect better results & these photos are from various surgeons. Why is that?

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Answer: A facelift will not always yield a perfect result.

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Answer: A facelift will not always yield a perfect result.

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October 20, 2014

Answer: Remaining loose skin under chin after facelift

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Frank P. Fechner, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
October 20, 2014

Answer: Remaining loose skin under chin after facelift

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Answer: Some skin relaxation can lead to this

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Answer: Some skin relaxation can lead to this

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October 17, 2014

Answer: Post-facelift neck sag.

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October 17, 2014

Answer: Post-facelift neck sag.

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