What scar is left with neck excision? I’ve seen a zig zag scar that looked pretty bad.

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Is that the way a neck excision is done?

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

For unique cases where a variety of modalities could be used to treat the condition, I would suggest an in-person or virtual consultation to develop a custom and effective treatment plan.  It is difficult to precisely define the best option without collecting the same information. I suggest reaching out to an expert for a consultation with surgical and non-surgical methods to get a comprehensive option. Best, Dr. Emer.

Amir Nakhdjevani, MBBS, MRCS, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  This is typical referred to as a Z plasty, this may only be used on someone this has a big neck, who then wants an L shaped neck.  The most common scars would be behind the ears, where the muscle and skin would be tightened.  This doesn't leave you with a scar with a visible.  All The Best

Guy Cappuccino, MD · Answer

A zig-zag (technically called a Z-plasty) is an infrequently used technique to remove excess skin of the anterior neck.  It is a procedure of last resort in my practice as I too do not like the appearance of the scar.  I would first exhaust all more traditional neck lifting/ tightening avenues such as traditional necklift with incisions behind the ears, muscle tightening, and non-invasive skin tightening such as INFINI RF first.

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