When should I be able to stop massaging under jawline and neck area after a necklift /platysmaplasty ?

Tightening of the platysma and removal/redraping of skin will be accomplished with a well performed facelift. The appearance of the sterrnocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle is often enhanced by these maneuvers. However, the SCM should be left alone surgically to avoid distortion as seen in patients...

Nerve damage from infection after a neck lift can vary in its severity and potential for recovery. It’s crucial to consult with your surgeon or a healthcare provider who can assess your specific situation. They can recommend treatment options, which may include physical therapy, medications, o...

​A combination of non-surgical options like Kybella, PDO NovaThreads, Ultherapy and Thermage would do well in combination for skin tightening for the neck. VASER Liposuction (with ThermiRF, Renuvion and InMode FaceTite) is a great alternative for contouring and tightening the chin and neck and c...

Hi there! Great question. It's definitely possible that the temperature and humidity cause changes in the skin and subsequent tightness. You may try to experiment with changing those two variables inside your home the best you can. If you're at 8 months, there's still time for things to settle...

Plastic surgery scars require attention after surgery so that they remain cosmetically-appealing and barely noticeable. In our office, we use a protocol for scars that minimizes their activity in the 6-8 weeks after surgery. If you have late plastic surgery scars, you may also require laser and...

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...