Options For a Thick Neck With Low BodyFat?

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i have a very thick neck (no fat 10% bodyfat) and thats why i have a small mandibular, my chin is horizontal correct so thats also difficult to change. I like my face shape but my neck goes into my jawline and also at the front a bit, how can i fix this ??

Jed H. Horowitz, MD, FACS · Answer

It's difficult to suggest without photos and via online. The best neck #lift surgeon will evaluate both your anatomical features and aesthetic goals to determine which neck lift procedure best suits your individual needs. Factors which are considered during your consultation to determine if you are a #candidate for #rejuvenating the neck include: •Visibility and amount of excess fat below the chin and along the neckline.•The presence of banding down the front of the #neck.•The amount of #excess skin and condition of your skin.•Chin Deficiency.•Presence of Prominent Digastric Muscles (a.k.a. submandibular gland fullness).During the examination the chin will be evaluated along with the neck and jawline.  A weak #chin means there is not adequate chin support for the skin along the neck line. In younger individuals a chin implant alone is usually all that is needed to improve the appearance of the neck. Subsequently, it will also improve the overall balance of the face and can create the illusion of a smaller nose. As a stand-alone procedure, chin augmentation can be performed in the office under local anesthesia. For individuals with signs of aging in the neck, a chin implant added to one of the recommended procedures above, will provide optimal results.If you are not a candidate at the time of your #consultation, your board certified plastic surgeon can recommend non-surgical alternatives to address your concern. Consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in #neck lift procedures is important to ensure you are receiving the best advice, care, and surgical experience possible.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

As a bodybuilder, believe me I know about thick necks.  There may not be a great option, but if you post pictures I could offer some insight.

George Bitar, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  There are many variations of necklift procedures than can help even thick necks.  It is difficult to give you more appropriate advice without photos.  If you are uncomfortable with posting photos, seek a private consultation in person from a board certified plastic surgeon with expertise in neck lifts.

Howard Webster, MBBS (Hons), FRACS · Answer

You'll really need to post pictures for us to give you any meaningful advice.  You could blank out from the bottom of the nose upward to maintain anonymity. Front, half turned and side views would be ideal.

	 

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Michael I. Echavez, MD · Answer

Pictures would really be needed to give you advice on your question.  It's difficult to tell from your description if there's an issue with skin or volume or bone shape.

Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD · Answer

It is hard to give you a recommendation without a photo. I can tell you that you have several options and just because you have low body fat that doesn't mean that your jaw line cannot be enhanced. I advise you to have schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with plenty of experience in neck/lower face lifts and doing facial implants. “Dr. D”

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

You are not going to be able to change the shape of your neck as it is mainly muscle. The question is whether your jawline can be widened to make more of a separation between the jawline and the neck. Custom implants can be made to widen the jawline but without changing the horizontal position of the chin. You will need to send pictures to determine if this approach would be effective for you.

Options For a Thick Neck With Low BodyFat?

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