I'm in mid-thirties and have noticeable neck bands that are extremely bothersome. I believe I may be a candidate for submentoplasty. My interpretation is that this would involve a small incision under the chin and the cutting and sewing together of the prominent neck bands. (1) Does it appear submentoplasty would work? (2) Are there other options? Tried Botox 1, not too successful (2) If I have the procedure do I have to worry about bunching? (8) How long could I expect the results to last?
December 14, 2018
Answer: Neck Bands Thanks for the question. Neck bands can be troubling and I understand your concerns with their appearance. There is no one clear solution to the banding and therefore you will find a number of surgeons adopting different approaches. You mentioned that you had tried botox on one occasion. As a first step you should clarify the dose that was used and perhaps try a second round of injections at a higher dose to see if the results are satisfactory. Surgery is a more definitive way to deal with the bands but recurrence can be an issue. Your options include (1) an anterior approach with an incision under the chin, platysmal plication and ligation if required (2) a posterior (facelift incision) approach with elevation and resuspension of the platysma or (3) a combination of the above two. Given your age the final decision will be based on your surgeons preferences, your expectations and balancing the benefits and negatives with each approach. Good luck Regards Dr Guy Watts
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December 14, 2018
Answer: Neck Bands Thanks for the question. Neck bands can be troubling and I understand your concerns with their appearance. There is no one clear solution to the banding and therefore you will find a number of surgeons adopting different approaches. You mentioned that you had tried botox on one occasion. As a first step you should clarify the dose that was used and perhaps try a second round of injections at a higher dose to see if the results are satisfactory. Surgery is a more definitive way to deal with the bands but recurrence can be an issue. Your options include (1) an anterior approach with an incision under the chin, platysmal plication and ligation if required (2) a posterior (facelift incision) approach with elevation and resuspension of the platysma or (3) a combination of the above two. Given your age the final decision will be based on your surgeons preferences, your expectations and balancing the benefits and negatives with each approach. Good luck Regards Dr Guy Watts
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August 4, 2014
Answer: Neck lift Based on your photos a neck lift procedure done with one incision beneath the chin may be great for you. Please speak to a board certified plastic surgeon about your concerns to get the best options for you. Best of luck to you..
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August 4, 2014
Answer: Neck lift Based on your photos a neck lift procedure done with one incision beneath the chin may be great for you. Please speak to a board certified plastic surgeon about your concerns to get the best options for you. Best of luck to you..
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