How long is healing time for a neck lift?

A neck lift can encompass a wide range of techniques, from liposuction alone to full facelift techniques.  Depending on what needs to be done, the recovery can be very quick ( a week) to a few months.  Most patients will have swelling and occasionally bruising.  I have my patients wear a compressive chin/ head strap for the first week at all times, then at home/ night for another few weeks.  Most are looking good enough after a week that they can be out and about without any worries.  I hope this helps.

Hello and thank you for your question.  The
best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation.  I advise patients that they will have bruising for 10-14 days after a necklift.   Make sure you specifically look
at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery
performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most
important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend
that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who
can evaluate you in person.
Best wishes and good luck.
Richard G. Reish, M.D.  FACS
Harvard-trained plastic surgeon